The "Corwin Amendment" to the U.S. Constitution would have protected slavery. RI was one of five states to approve it.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Daniel Trafford (left), a State House publicist, speaks with Rep. Joseph Solomon on the House floor on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Some Maryland lawmakers say they are seeking to correct a past wrong, and want to repeal a pro-slavery law that remains in effect after more than 150 years. The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ...

ANNAPOLIS — Some Maryland lawmakers say they are seeking to correct a past wrong and want to repeal a pro-slavery law that remains in effect after more than 150 years.The 13th Amendment to the U.S.

ANNAPOLIS — Some Maryland lawmakers say they are seeking to correct a past wrong, and want to repeal a pro-slavery law that remains in effect after more than 150 years.The 13th Amendment to the U.S.

Daniel Trafford can rattle off dates of Civil War battles and publications down to the month and day without hesitation. But the State House publicist and history buff had no idea Rhode Island ...