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Rhode Island Leads the Charge: Completes Phase 1 of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program – Newport Buzz
In a historic milestone, Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources, alongside the Rhode Island Department of Transportation and other federal and local partners, have announced Rhode Island as the first state to complete Phase 1 of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program. The achievement was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Route 117 Park & Ride in Warwick.
Launched in December 2023, Phase 1 of the NEVI Program saw the installation of four new Level 3 Direct Current Fast Chargers (DCFC) along Interstate 95. Two chargers were set up at the Warwick Park & Ride, and two more at the Ashaway Park & Ride in Hopkinton. The ChargePoint Express Plus Power Link PL2000 series chargers, installed by Maverick Corporation, can charge an electric vehicle up to 80 percent in just 20 to 40 minutes. The support from Rhode Island Energy was crucial for the success of this project, further expanding the state’s EV charging infrastructure.
Currently, Rhode Island boasts a total of eight DCFCs and six Dual-Port Level 2 charging stations along the I-95 Alternative Fuel Corridor. This accomplishment provides efficient and convenient charging options, enabling both residents and travelers to embrace electric vehicle travel confidently.
“The completion of NEVI Phase 1 marks a significant step in Rhode Island’s journey toward a greener future,” said Governor McKee. “By developing infrastructure for cleaner transportation alternatives, we’re not only progressing toward our Act on Climate goals but also reducing our carbon footprint. I’m grateful to our private and public partners for their collaboration on this project.”
U.S. Senator Jack Reed highlighted the impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which invests $7.5 billion in electric charging infrastructure, including nearly $23 million for Rhode Island. “We need to make EV charging as easy as filling up at the gas station. The work we celebrate today shows how Rhode Island is putting that money to use.”
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, a senior member of the Environment and Public Works Committee, praised Rhode Island’s achievement, stating, “It’s happy news that Rhode Island is the first state to reach this milestone, putting the Ocean State well on its way to a clean energy future.”
Phase 2, anticipated to begin in Fall 2024, aims to expand EV charging infrastructure across public roads and other accessible locations, further supporting Rhode Island’s green initiatives.
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Weather Now: Showers, T’storm Today
Good morning! Happy Thursday! Today will be pretty unsettled with the chance for showers and t’storms. Friday will still be damp with showers and drizzle, but the weekend still looks amazing!
The one good thing with the rain, for allergy sufferers at least, the pollen levels will be lower. In fact, both today and tomorrow, the tree pollen counts will be low locally. Do expect a spike in the pollen count for Saturday and Sunday with the dry weather.
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TODAY
Hour-by-hour forecast for today…
We’ll have some showers around during the morning commute today, but the greatest chance for showers and t’storms will be after 9AM and before 5PM.
Showers and thunderstorms could slow travel around mid-day. Rain could fall heavily at times.
A line of showers and t’storms will be sweeping across the area through the afternoon as a slow-moving weather systems moves through the region.
Highs today will be in the upper 50s to lower 60s with southeast to east winds of 5-15mph.
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TONIGHT
Showers are still possible this evening; although they won’t be as numerous.
TOMORROW
That low center will be nearby Friday morning, and we’ll be stuck with a damp, cool windflow. Expect drizzle and showers in the morning and possibly some lingering showers in the afternoon.
Highs Friday will only be in the 50s. The average high this time of year is in the upper 60s.
LOOKING AHEAD
Then…there’s the weekend. Saturday looks amazing with lots of sunshine and dry weather. It’ll be warmer, too, with highs in the 70s.
-Meteorologist T.J. Del Santo
T.J. Del Santo (tdelsanto@wpri.com) is the weekday morning and noon meteorologist for 12 News. Connect with him on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram and Threads and BlueSky.
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Rhode Island Department of Health issues overdose alert for Johnston, North Providence
The Rhode Island Department of Health issued an overdose spike alert for Johnston and North Providence.
Health officials said over the past week, five Johnston and North Providence residents received medical care for a drug overdose.
According to RIDOH, these municipalities have historically lower overdose rates than the statewide average.
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Residents can visit Prevent Overdose RI connect with community harm reduction organizations and find treatment.
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RI Lottery Mega Millions, Numbers Midday winning numbers for May 12, 2026
The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 12, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from May 12 drawing
17-32-35-40-47, Mega Ball: 17
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Numbers numbers from May 12 drawing
Midday: 1-5-2-0
Evening: 1-6-0-3
Check Numbers payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Wild Money numbers from May 12 drawing
23-27-29-31-35, Extra: 12
Check Wild Money payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 12 drawing
19-21-35-38-53, Bonus: 01
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and above must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, Rhode Island 02920.
- Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize. The annuitized prize shall be paid in 30 graduated annual installments.
- Winners of the Millionaire for Life top prize of $1,000,000 a year for life and second prize of $100,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
When are the Rhode Island Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Midday): 1:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Evening): 7:29 p.m. ET daily.
- Wild Money: 7:29 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Rhode Island editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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