Three Rhode Island school districts have been chosen for a new state initiative aimed at preparing students for jobs in high tech industries. Newport,…
Chuck Hinman
Morning Edition Host
Chuck became part of RIPR in 2012 after a career on commercial radio. He got his broadcasting start as an announcer for Off Track Betting Corporation in NYC. He’s been a news director, music director, production director and morning personality on radio stations in Providence and Boston.
A native of New Jersey, Chuck attended the School of Journalism at the University of Missouri and graduated from the University of Vermont with a BA in Mass Communications.
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Overloaded Officers, Lengthy Probation Sentences Plague State Criminal Justice System
About one in every 35 adults in Rhode Island was on probation last year. That according to an initial report from the working group focused on…
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House Oversight Committee Issues New Subpoenas In 38 Studios Investigation
The Rhode Island House Oversight Committee has voted to issue subpoenas for two more people involved in the crafting of the controversial 38 Studios…
Posted inArticle, Arts And Culture, Environment
For The Holiday Season, Why Not A Taste Of Local Rhode Island Music?
We’re taking a look at the local music scene in Rhode Island, with an eye toward gift giving this holiday season. Our music consultant is Tom Weyman, of…
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Providence Police Seek Suspect In Fatal Hit-And-Run Accident
Providence Police have released photos and a video of a vehicle they say was involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident in the Federal Hill neighborhood…
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Reed, Cicilline Call For Action On Gun Violence
Rhode Island’s senior U.S. senator, Democrat Jack Reed, has called for a vote on legislation to address gun violence following a mass shooting…
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RI Artscape: Tastes Change, Thanksgiving Remains
This month we bring you a special, Thanksgiving Rhode Island Artscape. We take look at the art and the history of the Thanksgiving menu, and how it’s…
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2015 RI Hunger Report: ‘Need Remains Very, Very High’
The 2015 Status Report on Hunger in the Ocean State is out Monday from the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. The rate of food insecurity in Rhode…
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The Rant: Art And Truth At The Gamm Theatre
A new production at The Gamm Theatre in Pawtucket explores the theme of police violence in minority communities. The play is called “The Rant,” and it…
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2015 Providence Symposium: Olneyville and the Preservation of Neighborhoods
Rhode Island Public Radio’s Chuck Hinman talks with Jay O’Grady, Director of Operations and Asset Management at ONE Neighborhood Builders, about the…
