Progressives hold ground in RI’s Democratic primary
September 15, 2022

Progressives hold ground in RI’s Democratic primary

There were no major advances made as there were four years ago, but progressive candidates made small...

Nuñez: Ahead of RI Primary Election, racism and sexism dominate the polls
September 12, 2022

Nuñez: Ahead of RI Primary Election, racism and sexism dominate the polls

In this election, instead of the media, political pundits, and voters focusing on rising costs of living,...

Providence mayoral candidate Nirva LaFortune releases ambitious education plan
August 30, 2022

Providence mayoral candidate Nirva LaFortune releases ambitious education plan

“For too long we have allowed politics to take priority over our children. The reality is we...

As primary election approaches, Providence mayoral candidates share their vision at East Side forum
August 31, 2022

As primary election approaches, Providence mayoral candidates share their vision at East Side forum

“With the critical mayoral election just a few weeks away, we thought it was really important to...

New eviction defense program will provide free legal services to low-income tenants
August 24, 2022

New eviction defense program will provide free legal services to low-income tenants

The program will assist tenants through the support of attorney advocates and law students, access to a...

Candidates for Providence City Council Ward 3  address tough questions at east side forum
August 13, 2022

Candidates for Providence City Council Ward 3 address tough questions at east side forum

Democratic Candidates Sue Anderbois, Corey Jones, and Bradly VanDerStad were joined by independent Michael Fink in answering...

Mayoral forum challenges candidates on health equity in Providence
August 11, 2022

Mayoral forum challenges candidates on health equity in Providence

“If you live in Smith Hill, your life expectancy is 6 years less than if you live...

Providence mayoral candidates tackle questions from addiction recovery community
August 5, 2022

Providence mayoral candidates tackle questions from addiction recovery community

“As you know, 435 of our friends and family members died of accidental drug overdoses in the...

Mayoral candidate Cuervo announces comprehensive economic vision for Providence
July 28, 2022

Mayoral candidate Cuervo announces comprehensive economic vision for Providence

Cuervo’s economic platform contains many progressive economic development ideas, including centering Providence based businesses in city procurement...

Providence officials rush to install automatic license plate readers as privacy backlash builds
July 27, 2022

Providence officials rush to install automatic license plate readers as privacy backlash builds

“All law abiding citizens deserve a safe and secure city to live in. And anyone who questions...

Providence mayoral candidates make their case to voters at southside forum
July 13, 2022

Providence mayoral candidates make their case to voters at southside forum

Providence’s Trinity Square Together (TST) coalition hosted a mayoral forum on Tuesday featuring the three Democratic candidates...

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...

Interview: Nirva LaFortune has a vision for Providence, and wants to be your mayor
October 13, 2021

Interview: Nirva LaFortune has a vision for Providence, and wants to be your mayor

“People want to live in safe neighborhoods,” said Councilmember LaFortune. “But with public safety, many folks throughout...

Video and photos from the Abortion Justice March and Rally
October 3, 2021

Video and photos from the Abortion Justice March and Rally

“Now is the time to show up for our communities,” said Dr Uwanaka. “Honestly, we need more...

RI takes Biden Administration to task for treatment of Haitian refugees at southern Border
September 29, 2021

RI takes Biden Administration to task for treatment of Haitian refugees at southern Border

“Haitians have received inhuman treatment,” said Dr Norly Germain, Executive Director of Hope and Change for Haiti....

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