Starbucks workers in Warwick hold informational picket ahead of unionization vote
May 29, 2022

Starbucks workers in Warwick hold informational picket ahead of unionization vote

“We feel really good about where we are,” said union organizer Cassie Burke, an employee at the...

At forum, candidates for governor discuss raising Rhode Islanders out of poverty
May 28, 2022

At forum, candidates for governor discuss raising Rhode Islanders out of poverty

“Throughout our diverse faith traditions, we believe that we have a moral obligation to address systemic poverty...

In document dump, DOC employee violated the privacy rights of formerly incarcerated people for political purposes
May 27, 2022

In document dump, DOC employee violated the privacy rights of formerly incarcerated people for political purposes

Richard Ferruccio, DOC prison guard and President of the Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers (RIBCO) union,...

32 State Reps call on Governor McKee to address DHS staffing crisis
May 27, 2022

32 State Reps call on Governor McKee to address DHS staffing crisis

“What exists now is a narrative from DHS that vacancies are being filled, but in reality, vacancies...

Rhode Island legalizes recreational cannabis
May 26, 2022

Rhode Island legalizes recreational cannabis

“The passage of the cannabis legalization bill is a historic achievement, and the inclusion of automatic expungement...

Rhode Island’s power needs will now be met by Rhode Island Energy, a division of PPL
May 26, 2022

Rhode Island’s power needs will now be met by Rhode Island Energy, a division of PPL

National Grid plc announced yesterday that it has completed the sale of the Narragansett Electric Company (NECO)...

Casino workers rally and march to Bally’s HQ in Providence to demand full staffing and substantial raises
May 25, 2022

Casino workers rally and march to Bally’s HQ in Providence to demand full staffing and substantial raises

“Bally’s employees are fighting for what they deserve: a fair contract so they can make a decent...

Until May 19th, Wyatt prisoners with Opioid Use Disorder underwent forced withdrawal, a form of torture
May 24, 2022

Until May 19th, Wyatt prisoners with Opioid Use Disorder underwent forced withdrawal, a form of torture

“Upon incarceration, many opioid dependent prisoners are forced to undergo abrupt opioid withdrawal. As noted above, forced...

Providence Police to install License Plate Readers without public or legislative input
May 24, 2022

Providence Police to install License Plate Readers without public or legislative input

There are major privacy concerns with the use of LPRs, noted the ACLU in a letter to...

Reversing course, Little Compton Town Council votes against flying the pride flag
May 23, 2022

Reversing course, Little Compton Town Council votes against flying the pride flag

“There are plenty of people who have historically been seen as less than, or excluded or outright...

Yes Rep Quattrocchi, the RI General Assembly can pass laws on the funding of abortion
May 20, 2022

Yes Rep Quattrocchi, the RI General Assembly can pass laws on the funding of abortion

“We are of the opinion that the enactment of the RPA did not amount to a constitutional...

Speaker Shekarchi and advocates call for investments in housing using APRA funds
May 20, 2022

Speaker Shekarchi and advocates call for investments in housing using APRA funds

“We know that not being able to afford a safe home impacts all members of a family...

Amended cannabis legalization bills introduced and on path to passage
May 17, 2022

Amended cannabis legalization bills introduced and on path to passage

“The magnitude of the cannabis legislation, specifically the state-initiated expungement piece, is without equal,” said Representative Leonela...

As taxes rise, Elorza Administration gives huge tax break to one of the richest property owners in PVD
May 17, 2022

As taxes rise, Elorza Administration gives huge tax break to one of the richest property owners in PVD

One of the richest men in Providence, Arnold “Buff” Chace, is saving around $30 million on his...

Advocates protest again outside McKee’s office due to looming homeless crisis
May 13, 2022

Advocates protest again outside McKee’s office due to looming homeless crisis

Activists taped a large eviction notice on the door to the Governor’s office door, informing Governor McKee...

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