ICE detaining single mother and political activist Siham Byah, rally planned in Boston
November 7, 2017

ICE detaining single mother and political activist Siham Byah, rally planned in Boston

United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has taken political activist Siham Byah into custody. Byah is...

Invenergy failed to disclose its pro-power plant astroturfing
March 2, 2020

Invenergy failed to disclose its pro-power plant astroturfing

“…Invenergy has repeatedly failed to disclose essential information in this docket,” writes the attorneys representing the Town...

Are mass shootings preventable in Rhode Island?
January 19, 2020

Are mass shootings preventable in Rhode Island?

Gang violence and active shooter situations are two very different problems. In Providence on Tuesday afternoon, at...

Magaziner leads young elected Democrats in letter against GOP tax bill
February 27, 2020

Magaziner leads young elected Democrats in letter against GOP tax bill

Noting that the Millennial generation constitutes more than one quarter of our nation’s population, Rhode Island State...

Mark Tracy announces candidacy for House District 4
January 19, 2020

Mark Tracy announces candidacy for House District 4

“This isn’t a typical press release and that’s a good thing,” said Mark Tracy in his announcement...

Speaker Mattiello wants to put the brakes on ‘excessive’ vehicle inspection late fees
February 27, 2020

Speaker Mattiello wants to put the brakes on ‘excessive’ vehicle inspection late fees

Rhode Island House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello is asking Governor Gina Raimondo to put the brakes on a...

Nancy Pelosi in RI: GOP tax plan favors billionaires at middle class expense
February 27, 2020

Nancy Pelosi in RI: GOP tax plan favors billionaires at middle class expense

“Democrats know that a successful middle class is the backbone of our economy,” said  Nancy Pelosi, Minority Leader...

Save the Bay’s Jonathan Stone clarifies statements made on Dan Yorke
March 2, 2020

Save the Bay’s Jonathan Stone clarifies statements made on Dan Yorke

Save the Bay‘s Executive Director Jonathan Stone was on the Dan Yorke television show State of Mind...

Power to the People? Nationalize Grid
March 2, 2020

Power to the People? Nationalize Grid

National Grid provides the electrical and natural gas service for the majority of Rhode Island ratepayers, and...

The Uprising, November 3
November 3, 2017

The Uprising, November 3

Hello everyone and welcome to my weekly rundown of important/interesting news. I’ve decided on a name for...

Democratic Party recommits to labor with A Better Deal
November 3, 2017

Democratic Party recommits to labor with A Better Deal

The Democratic Party‘s economic agenda has doubled down on its commitment to workers and unions with A...

CLF motions for time to analyze Invenergy’s ‘bombshell’
March 2, 2020

CLF motions for time to analyze Invenergy’s ‘bombshell’

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is filing a Motion with the Energy Facility Siting Board (EFSB) this morning...

Eighth Annual Heroes of Faith Awards a snapshot of religious advocacy in Rhode Island
March 2, 2020

Eighth Annual Heroes of Faith Awards a snapshot of religious advocacy in Rhode Island

The Eighth Annual Heroes of Faith Breakfast, organized by the Rhode Island State Council of Churches (RISCC),...

Mayor Elorza creates Municipal ID Program in Providence
November 2, 2017

Mayor Elorza creates Municipal ID Program in Providence

Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza has established a Municipal ID Program by executive order. Municipal IDs are identification...

Rebecca Kislak announces for House District 4 in Providence
January 19, 2020

Rebecca Kislak announces for House District 4 in Providence

“I’m excited to run for State Representative because my commitment to progressive values – and my record...

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