A poll released Monday by WPRI-TV, Channel 12, shows Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo and one of the Republicans seeking to challenge her, Cranston Mayor…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
March is here, along with a new activist movement influencing the gun debate in Rhode Island. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…
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Lung Cancer Rates High In RI, Study Shows
Rhode Island has the 15 th highest rate of newly diagnosed lung cancer cases in the nation, though the smoking rate is about average, according to a new…
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We Should Celebrate Black History Every Month
Black history month ends today, which leaves me just a few hours to celebrate the athletic achievements and lives of black Rhode Islanders I have known…
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Federal Regulators To Hold Public Meeting In RI On Offshore Drilling Proposal
Federal regulators will be accepting written comment from Rhode Islanders Wednesday on President Donald Trump’s proposal to drill for oil and gas off…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The fallout from two significant events will remain in the air when Rhode Island lawmakers return from their mid-winter break next week. With that in…
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South Coast Schools To Receive New Funding For Puerto Rican Evacuees
Schools districts in Massachusetts that have enrolled students recently arrived from Puerto Rico will soon be getting a portion of $15 million dollars…
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T.F. Green, The Largely Forgotten Man For Whom The RI Airport Is Named
Top Rhode Island lawmakers are pushing legislation to rename T.F. Green Airport as Rhode Island International Airport, a shift designed to strengthen…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
A sadly familiar story dominates the news once again. Meanwhile, the political beat remains busy in the Biggest Little. As usual your tips and comments…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Is Brown Headed For A Historic Preservation Battle With The East Side?
Brown University plans to demolish several historic houses on Providence’s College Hill to make way for a new arts center. RIPR political analyst Scott…
