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Progressive organizations unite to demand RI lawmakers rescue workers left out of stimulus bill
“We need the state government to step in and protect the countless working Rhode Islanders who need relief now.” Progressive organizations across the state have joined forces with workers, union members, and other advocacy groups to laun...
Bristol County Correctional Center officials retaliate after ICE detainees declare work strike
"...Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson and about 15 officers entered the facility, carrying guns pointed at the detainees who sheltered under plastic tables..." People detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Bristol Cou...
As pandemic intensifies, the homeless are at greater risk. What's being done?
"My administration is working very closely with all of those advocates. In addition, we are in the process of procuring or leasing several hotels where we will be able to quarantine folks who are homeless so they can be there safely," sa...
House and Senate Republicans call for the General Assembly to re-open
"Now is not the time to eliminate legislative participation. Rather, Rhode Island will benefit with the inclusion of more voices and ideas as we navigate these uncharted waters." Rhode Island House and Senate Republicans are calling for...
George Wiley Center: Utilities are a basic need for all, for health/hygiene, work, study/school, safety and well being
Please submit written comments to the RI PUC by this Tuesday (due: April 7)! The Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC) issued Order No. 23786 suspending service terminations and collection activities of all regulated electric, n...
First COVID-19 case at ACI will not alter state's policy
“A Correctional Officer from the Rhode Island Department of Corrections tested positive for COVID-19..." "The officer went home after notifying the warden the officer was not feeling well on Wednesday," reported JR Ventura, Public Relati...
Governor Raimondo takes the high road in disagreement with Cuomo
"If [Governor Cuomo] feels it's important for him to take credit, go ahead," said Raimondo. "I'm going to continue to keep working here to keep Rhode Islanders safe." New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is dealing with the worst outbreak...
During pandemic, Planned Parenthood of SNE’s doors stay open; Telehealth launched
“Planned Parenthood of Southern New England is proud to offer telehealth services to our patients as we work to ensure that everyone can continue to access the care they need—no matter what." In response to the COVID-19 public health cri...
RIPTA drivers worry about 25 passenger limit during COVID-19 pandemic
"You cannot have more than ten people at a funeral. But 26 on a RIPTA bus? Will someone explain the safety of this exemption?" Some bus drivers for the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) are worried about a directive to allow...
Governor Raimondo responds to alleged 4th Amendment violations
"This is pinpointed, this is targeted. This is a state of emergency. This is limited in time. This will be enforced in a respectful way, and it's a public health necessity." Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo responded today to the ACLU...