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Ian Donnis
One of the state’s top political reporters, Ian Donnis joined The Public’s Radio in 2009. Ian has reported on Rhode Island politics since 1999, arriving in the state just two weeks before the FBI raided City Hall and Buddy Cianci’s East Side home. Ian covers breaking news, develops in-depth features and investigative reports, and welcomes a range of newsmakers to “Political Roundtable” each week. He also writes our Friday political newsletter and maintains a strong social media presence.
For many years, Ian was a panelist on WPRI-TV’s Sunday morning public affairs show, Newsmakers, and he’s a regular guest on A Lively Experiment on Rhode Island PBS. His previous experience includes serving as news editor of The Providence Phoenix and as a reporter for the Associated Press and the Worcester Telegram & Gazette. He has a BS in journalism from Boston University.
Outside of work, Ian enjoys baseball, cooking, and exploring Rhode Island.
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Chafee Says He’s Staying In The Presidential Race
After a bruising week, former governor Lincoln Chafee has no intention of getting out of the presidential race. Chafee has attracted critical attention…
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Bonus Q&A: Cicilline on Syria, 38 Studios, Wall Street Oversight & More
Congressman David Cicilline takes part in Bonus Q&A this week to discuss a wide range of issues, including the conflict in Syria, whether there…
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Political Roundtable: Cicilline on Mass Shootings, the Democratic Debate & US House Indecision
Congressman David Cicilline joins Political Roundtable to discuss efforts to reduce gun violence; fallout from Tuesday’s Democratic presidential debate…
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Consent Agreement Requires RI To Correct Clean Water Act Violations
The state Department of Transportation will be required to immediately take comprehensive steps to correct years of federal Clean Water Act violations…
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ProJo Unveils Experienced Newsman as New Executive Editor
The Providence Journal has hired the former editor-in-chief of Digital First Media as its new executive editor, the paper reported Wednesday. David J….
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Raimondo Recounts Pension Overhaul Efforts As Part Of Fortune Magazine Summit
Governor Gina Raimondo spoke in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as part of a conference highlighting powerful women. Raimondo attracted attention for the…
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Senator Ottiano Resigns To Take Job at Neighborhood Health Plan of RI
UPDATE: Former three-term state rep. Amy Rice, a Democrat, said she is considering running for the state Senate seat vacated this week by Christopher…
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TGIF: 19 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The leaves are falling, and fight over truck tolls remains hot and heavy. So thanks for stopping by for my weekend roundup. As always, your tips and…
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Bonus Q&A: Morgan on 38 Studios, Fire Districts, GOP Politics & More
State Rep. Patricia Morgan (R-West Warwick), deputy minority leader in the House, stopped by our studio to talk about a variety of issues facing the…
