Homework: Testify to support emergency moratoriums on utility shutoffs
February 20, 2021

Homework: Testify to support emergency moratoriums on utility shutoffs

The George Wiley Center needs your help testifying in favor of a bill that would prevent utility...

Rhode Island State House Thursday, February 25, 2021
February 26, 2021

Rhode Island State House Thursday, February 25, 2021

All the video from the Rhode Island State House for Thursday, February 25, 2021....

Rhode Island State House Friday, February 26, 2021
February 18, 2021

Rhode Island State House Friday, February 26, 2021

All the video from the Rhode Island State House for Friday, February 26, 2021....

Working Families Party: Nearly one year into pandemic, RI billionaire’s wealth continues to climb
February 18, 2021

Working Families Party: Nearly one year into pandemic, RI billionaire’s wealth continues to climb

As Rhode Island’s billionaire rides out the crisis on a rising tide of wealth, the state’s working...

Report: Inadequate staffing levels and low caregiver wages magnified nursing home crisis
February 17, 2021

Report: Inadequate staffing levels and low caregiver wages magnified nursing home crisis

The Nursing Home Staffing and Quality Care Act (S0002, H5012) will alleviate the staffing crisis by setting...

Shred-It workers in Pawtucket choose Teamsters Local 251
February 17, 2021

Shred-It workers in Pawtucket choose Teamsters Local 251

“We knew better than to fall for the company’s lies. I applaud my co-workers for sticking together.”...

Commemorative Works Committee recommends permanent removal of Columbus statue
February 17, 2021

Commemorative Works Committee recommends permanent removal of Columbus statue

“The Bertholdi Columbus statue was gifted to Providence in 1893 and has become the subject of a...

Barrington and Black Lives Matter rally to support Candace Breen
February 17, 2021

Barrington and Black Lives Matter rally to support Candace Breen

“I will not be quiet when confronted with irrational beliefs, such as how my Black Lives Matter...

Rhode Island State House Tuesday, February 16, 2021 – Thursday, February 18, 2021
February 18, 2021

Rhode Island State House Tuesday, February 16, 2021 – Thursday, February 18, 2021

All the video from the Rhode Island State House for Tuesday, February 16, 2021 – Thursday, February...

Jameson Boyd: Cashless businesses are illegal for retailers in RI, so why is the Newport Bridge an exception?
February 17, 2021

Jameson Boyd: Cashless businesses are illegal for retailers in RI, so why is the Newport Bridge an exception?

As a Rhode Islander who has commuted through Newport on low wages in a borrowed car, tired...

Smithfield to hold forum on race and equality in response to racist graffiti incident
February 15, 2021

Smithfield to hold forum on race and equality in response to racist graffiti incident

“The forum is for residents of Smithfield to share experiences, talk about how the graffiti incident affected...

The Uprising: Streets and Highways
February 15, 2021

The Uprising: Streets and Highways

Why costly highway expansion does not solve the traffic problem. How will government replace lost gas tax...

Coalition to future Governor McKee: Tax the rich and invest in housing, economic justice and decarceration
February 14, 2021

Coalition to future Governor McKee: Tax the rich and invest in housing, economic justice and decarceration

“It’s time for the richest among us to pay their fair share, especially if we want to...

Senate passes on confirming Raimondo reappointments to Coastal Resources management Council
February 10, 2021

Senate passes on confirming Raimondo reappointments to Coastal Resources management Council

“Now that five positions on the CRMC are open, the People’s Port Authority still demands, as we...

‘Yes On 5’ Campaign launches in support of $15 million child care facilities bond question
February 9, 2021

‘Yes On 5’ Campaign launches in support of $15 million child care facilities bond question

$15 million investment would create more child care seats, improve early learning spaces for kids, and help...

April 19, 2023

Art versus RISD

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