The Battle for Affordable Utilities: Advocates Rally for Income-Based Payment Plans
April 27, 2023

The Battle for Affordable Utilities: Advocates Rally for Income-Based Payment Plans

Over 75 supporters gathered at the State House to push for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan...

BLM RI PAC to Hold Protest Friday at 6pm in the Wake of Lugo LEOBoR Decision
April 27, 2023

BLM RI PAC to Hold Protest Friday at 6pm in the Wake of Lugo LEOBoR Decision

Despite “Officer Lugo’s actions directly contradict[ing the] values and the standards [the City] expect our officers to...

A Step Towards Housing Justice: Rhode Island Expands Legal Aid for Tenants Facing Eviction
April 26, 2023

A Step Towards Housing Justice: Rhode Island Expands Legal Aid for Tenants Facing Eviction

Rhode Island’s House Judiciary Committee considers H-6129, a bill providing legal representation for tenants in eviction proceedings....

Controversial Tax Shift: Mayor Smiley’s Budget Address Sparks Debate in Providence
April 26, 2023

Controversial Tax Shift: Mayor Smiley’s Budget Address Sparks Debate in Providence

Mayor Brett Smiley’s proposed budget has created waves, calling for a commercial property tax cut and a...

Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies: A Voice for Change at the Economic Progress Institute
April 25, 2023

Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies: A Voice for Change at the Economic Progress Institute

In a powerful interview, Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies, the executive director at the Economic Progress Institute (EPI), shares her...

Rep Shanley introduces legislation enabling the creation of ‘volunteer school security force’ SROs
April 21, 2023

Rep Shanley introduces legislation enabling the creation of ‘volunteer school security force’ SROs

Representative Evan Shanley (Democrat, District 24, Warwick) just introduced House bill H6284, which would enable “the creation...

Adequate pay needed for those who work with Rhode Islanders with with developmental disabilities
April 21, 2023

Adequate pay needed for those who work with Rhode Islanders with with developmental disabilities

Because the work is demanding and the pay is well below a living wage, agencies have struggled...

Rhode Island legislators demand transparency and community input on burdensome Providence development
April 19, 2023

Rhode Island legislators demand transparency and community input on burdensome Providence development

State Representatives José Batista and Senator Tiara Mack call for increased community input and transparency on development...

Smithfield School Committee considering policy to out LGBTQ students to parents
April 19, 2023

Smithfield School Committee considering policy to out LGBTQ students to parents

The Smithfield School Committee’s recent discussion about their policy on transgender, gender nonconforming, and transitioning students has...

Providence dedicates Cesar Chavez Memorial Way to late civil rights and labor leader
April 17, 2023

Providence dedicates Cesar Chavez Memorial Way to late civil rights and labor leader

Over 60 people gathered to dedicate Raymond Street as Cesar Chavez Memorial Way, honoring the memory of...

Rhode Islanders urged to shift funds from Wall Street to Main Street
April 13, 2023

Rhode Islanders urged to shift funds from Wall Street to Main Street

Moving your money to a local bank or credit union can benefit the local economy, according to...

Battle for Morley Field: community fights to save green space from development
April 19, 2023

Battle for Morley Field: community fights to save green space from development

Tensions rise as the Woodlawn Neighborhood Association discusses the controversial sale of Morley Field to developer JK...

A crucial turning point: state legislators consider overhauling police accountability
April 19, 2023

A crucial turning point: state legislators consider overhauling police accountability

Rhode Island’s General Assembly is considering legislative changes focused on LEOBOR [de]certification, and APRA, potentially changing the...

Rhode Island corrections union President accused of intimidating solitary confinement reform witness
April 6, 2023

Rhode Island corrections union President accused of intimidating solitary confinement reform witness

Richard Ferruccio, President of the Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers, is under fire for using intimidation...

United in protest: Central Falls students join nationwide walkout for gun violence
April 5, 2023

United in protest: Central Falls students join nationwide walkout for gun violence

Over 160 students from The Learning Community Charter School joined thousands across the nation, walking out and...

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