March bursts upon the scene with a blast of cold air, as lawmakers return to Smith Hill and the political pot keeps bubbling. Thanks for stopping by for…
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RI Muslim-American Doctor Brings Message Of Unity To Trump Address
President Trump will address a joint session of Congress Tuesday night, and some Democrats plan on bringing special guests. Rhode Island Reps. Jim…
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Should RI Change Tack To Reduce Overdose Deaths?
Despite efforts to raise awareness and target groups at risk, overdose deaths continue to climb in Rhode Island. More than 320 Rhode Islanders died of…
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Facing Change: From War-Torn Syria To Snowy Prep School, Syrian Refugees Seek Education In Vermont
Many small towns in New England are eager to welcome refugees from the war in Syria, but that doesn’t seem likely under President Donald Trump’s…
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RI Dept. Of Health Reports Drug Overdose Deaths Are On The Rise
The Rhode Island Department of Health reported drug-related deaths are on the rise in the Ocean State, Wednesday. The data released said there were over…
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RIPR In The Classroom: Scurvy Cases Diagnosed in New England
Listenwise helps teachers use stories from RIPR in their classrooms. To find more public radio stories and lessons for your middle and high school ELA,…
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How Medical Advances Have Affected The Blood Bank Industry
Most days, somewhere in New England, the American Red Cross and other blood banks put out the call for donations — and volunteers offer up their veins…
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Start Opioid Addiction Treatment In The ER, Say Yale Researchers
Yale researchers say treatment for opioid addiction should start in hospital emergency departments. Results from an ongoing study released Monday find…
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Winter Storm Updates
Snow has piled up throughout the region and roadways are dangerous. RIPTA suspended service for the evening because of worsening conditions. I-95 has…
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Paid Sick Leave Bill Would Allow Workers To Earn Up To Seven Days
State lawmakers introduced legislation Tuesday that would give Rhode Islander workers access to paid sick leave. Supporters say more than 40 percent of…
