Municipal officials from around the state are opposing legislation that would make fire department staffing subject to collective bargaining. They say…
John Bender
Reporter
John Bender was the general assignment reporter for The Public's Radio for several years. He is now a fill-in host when our regular hosts are out.
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Senate Committee To Hear Recreational Marijuana Bill
The Senate Judiciary Committee is slated to hear a slate of bills Tuesday about marijuana. One bill would legalize the recreational use of marijuana in…
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Flash Flood Watch In Effect Through Tuesday Evening
A flash flood warning is in effect until Tuesday night for a large swath of Rhode Island. Flooding has already caused trouble in some low-lying areas….
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Court Battle Begins In Providence Between Two Historic Jewish Congregations
After more three years, the fight over colonial silver bells, between two of the country’s oldest Jewish congregations is heading to court. The trial…
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Armenian Pontif Visits Rhode Island
The Pope of the Armenian Apostolic Church is in Rhode Island Saturday. The visit comes on the centennial of the killing and deportation of more than one…
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Public Hearing Set For Controversial ‘Right To Die’ Legislation
Secular and religious factions are forming over proposed “right to die” legislation making its way through the Senate. A hearing on the proposed bill is…
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Compromise Emerges On Minimum Wage Hike
Lawmakers in Rhode Island’s House and Senate labor committees are considering a compromise this week that would increase the state’s minimum wage. But…
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Newport Folk Fest Announces 50th Anniversary Celebration Of Dylan Going Electric
The Newport Folk Festival has announced plans to celebrate this year’s 50th anniversary of Bob Dylan going electric. But details of the celebration…
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State Lawmakers Considering Driver’s Licenses For Undocumented Immigrants
Once again, lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow undocumented immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses in the Ocean State. The House…
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Providence Students To Demonstrate For Better Busing
Providence students plan to demonstrate at Providence City Hall today. They’re calling for Mayor Jorge Elorza to provide bus passes for students who…
