Editorial

The time is now to pass Mario’s Bill and reform juvenile sentencing in RI

Passing the Restrictive Housing Act would greatly reduce solitary confinement in Rhode Island
April 24, 2021

Passing the Restrictive Housing Act would greatly reduce solitary confinement in Rhode Island

“This is out of line with modern correctional practices. Rhode Island is so behind. Solitary confinement harms...
Out of Sight, Out of Mind
March 22, 2021

Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Rhode Island’s High Security Correctional Facility is currently home to 78 incarcerated individuals. Colloquially known as ‘High...
Behind the Van Wickle Gates: Negligence and Abuse
May 23, 2020

Behind the Van Wickle Gates: Negligence and Abuse

“I was outnumbered by several EMTs and Department of Public Safety officers and forcibly escorted to the...
April 2, 2024

The landlord has not returned my deposit and I’ve been moved out for over a month. How do I get it back?

April 11, 2024

Community health workers need love too

April 2, 2024

Can I withhold rent if landlord does not fix my rodent issue

April 17, 2024

Fight Back: Why Fight a Traffic Ticket, Part 3: Preparing for Traffic Court

April 2, 2024

I broke my toilet and my landlord wants me to pay.

April 11, 2024

About our redesigned homepage: A focus on helping Rhode Islanders

April 2, 2024

I have black mold in the bathroom of my apartment. What should I do?

April 11, 2024

Fight Back: Why Fight a Traffic Ticket, Part 2: What to Do When Pulled Over

April 2, 2024

Is it legal for my landlord to include a clause in my lease that says “if you make a maintenance request you are giving yourself notice and people may enter your apartment at any time without further notice”?

April 2, 2024

The computer repair shop is taking one year to fix my laptop.

April 9, 2024

Fight Back: Why Fight a Traffic Ticket?

March 21, 2024

Can my landlord raise my rent $500?

March 21, 2024

My landlord hasn’t given my security deposit back. How long do I have to wait before it becomes something I can take to court?

March 21, 2024

Can a landlord demand prepaid rents?

March 21, 2024

When can I withhold rent?

March 21, 2024

A Fight is Brewing Over Rhode Island’s Forests

February 19, 2024

Wealth Tax in Rhode Island Could Raise Millions While Improving Fairness

January 22, 2024

Speaking Up for Democracy: RI ACLU Reports on Troubling Limits in Town Meetings

January 3, 2024

Uprise RI Officially Launches BillBuddy Legislation Engagement Tool

December 21, 2023

High Speed Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Coming to Rhode Island Interstate Corridor

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