It wasn’t just any pothole. It was more like a void, measuring four feet long and four feet wide. And it caused a traffic jam for miles. Construction…
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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When The Census Test Wraps Up We’ll Get A New Snapshot Of Segregation In Providence
When census testing wraps up in Providence County, we’ll get the newest snapshot of the residents around Rhode Island’s capital city. The results will…
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Rhode Island Moves Forward On Gun Control Measures
In an overwhelming majority, the Rhode Island Senate passed two bills aimed at curbing gun violence in Rhode Island. One bill would allow for the court…
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Facing A Looming Deadline, Housing Advocates Push To Extend Mediation Policy
If you face foreclosure in Rhode Island, you’re guaranteed a sit-down with your bank, to try and mediate a deal. But that guarantee is set to expire in…
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Volvo Ocean Race Set To Arrive In Newport This Week
Sailors in the around-the-world Volvo Ocean race are coursing through the Atlantic Ocean on their way to New England.
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Advocates Push To Repeal Statute Of Limitations For Sexual Abuse
Advocates for victims of sexual abuse are imploring lawmakers to repeal Rhode Island’s seven-year statute of limitations for pressing civil charges when…
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Proposal To Arm Campus Police Stalls Following Pushback
The House Judiciary Committee voted Wednesday to hold a bill to require armed campus police at Rhode Island’s public colleges for further study.
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URI Already Has Armed Police, Could RIC And CCRI Be Next?
On Wednesday lawmakers will consider arming campus police at Rhode Island College and the Community College of Rhode Island. The University of Rhode…
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Fall River To Impose Three Percent Tax On Retail Marijuana Sales
As New Bedford slows the rollout of recreational marijuana shops, Fall River is preparing for a windfall. Fall River will impose a three percent tax on…
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New Bedford To Slow Rollout Of Recreational Marijuana
New Bedford is putting a hold on retail sales of recreational marijuana, as shops prepare to come online in the Bay State this July. The New Bedford…
