House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello says he plans to make car taxes a priority in the next legislative session. Mattiello held a press conference Tuesday…
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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City Of Providence Offers Alternative 6-10 Connector Replacement Plan
An alternative plan to replace the 6-10 connector highway could free up acres of land, reconnect neighborhoods, and be more cost effective, according to…
Posted inArticle, Education, Health
Brown University Professor Awarded Nobel Prize In Physics
A Brown University scientist is one of three individuals awarded this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics. Physicist J. Michael Kosterlitz won for his…
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Good Government Group, ACLU Differ Over Ethics Commission Ballot Measure
The American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island is opposing a move to increase ethics oversight at the state legislature. A ballot measure would…
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Judge Rules Brown University Student Accused Of Sexual Misconduct Entitled To New Hearing
Brown University found the male student responsible for sexual assault in April. The student, known only as John Doe, sued Brown University after he was…
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Open, Online Textbook Initiative Aims To Drive Down College Costs
State officials say a new initiative to increase the use of digital textbooks will cut costs for many students and make higher education more accessible…
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Study Finds Tiverton Casino Could Drive Millions In Economic Activity
A proposed Tiverton casino could generate more than $120 million in economic activity, according to an impact report commissioned by Twin River…
Posted inArticle, Arts And Culture, Education
RIPR in the Classroom: Immigrant Parents Have Steep Learning Curve in U.S. Schools
Listenwise helps teachers use stories from their local public radio station with students in their classrooms. Working with RIPR we identify relevant…
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$375K Dept. Of Justice Grant To Pay For Providence Police Body Cameras
The Providence Police hope to outfit all officers on patrol with body cameras within the next several months. But a new federal grant will only cover…
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Man Lost At Sea For Eight Days Found, Mother Still Missing
Nathan Carman – a 22-year old man lost at sea for eight days – is in stable condition according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Carman and his mother Linda…
