Some local Democrats are throwing their support behind Georgia Democrat Jon Ossoff. Ossoff, a political newcomer, faces what will likely be a tight…
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‘Superman Building’ Case Goes To Trial
The $54 million lawsuit over the “Superman Building” is moving forward as jury selection begins this week. Owner of the building, High Rock Westminster…
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Legislation Could Protect Schools, Churches From Immigration Raids
Rhode Island lawmakers are weighing legislation that would protect so-called “sensitive locations” from federal immigration raids.
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In RI, Premature Births Are Below The National Average
The Ocean State is being honored by March of Dimes Monday for its work in reducing premature births. Preterm births have dropped by 10 percent between…
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RI Participating In Annual Prescription Drug Take- Back Day
Rhode Island communities are taking expired or unused prescription medication for the fifth year in a row through a partnership between the U.S. Drug…
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Raimondo Enlists GOP Gov From Tennessee In Promoting Her College Plan
Gov. Gina Raimondo hosted a media conference call with Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam Thursday. It’s the latest move in Democrat Raimondo’s efforts to rally…
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RI To Get $27m Credit Over Botched Benefits System Rollout
Deloitte Consulting, the firm involved with the bungled rollout of the state’s new system for administering human service benefits, will provide Rhode…
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State Reports Improvements To Troubled Benefits System
Officials in the state’s Department of Human Services are reporting some progress with its online public assistance system known as UHIP. Last year, the…
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State Pension Fund Exceeds Expectations
Rhode Island General Treasurer Seth Magaziner says the state’s pension fund saw a March return of three-quarters of a percent – earning over $58 million…
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Care New England Announces More Layoffs
Care New England, one of the largest hospital chains in Rhode Island, is announcing a series of layoffs as it continues to deal with ongoing financial…
