In a surprise vote, the Providence City Council did not pass the so-called Community Safety Act during its meeting Thursday. Supporters say the…
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Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza Unveils $734M Budget Proposal
That’s about a two percent increase overall from the current year budget.
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Providence Mayor Says No Federal Funding At Risk Over ‘Sanctuary Cities’
After meeting with U.S. Attorney Jeff Sessions Tuesday, Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza says the city risks almost none of its federal funding.
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Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza To Unveil Latest Budget
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza unveils the city’s latest budget proposal Wednesday, and it comes as the city continues to face deep financial challenges.
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Elorza Meets With U.S. Attorney General
The mayor of Providence, Jorge Elorza, will be part of a meeting in Washington Tuesday with U.S. Attorney General, Jeff Sessions.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Tax Day is behind us, and the final stretch of the legislative session is looming. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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Providence One Step Closer To Passing Community Safety Act
The Providence City Council voted in favor of the Community Safety Act in a special meeting, Thursday. With three councilors absent, the vote went 12-0…
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Can Rhode Island Really Afford To Eliminate The Car Tax?
Rhode Islanders pay the highest car taxes in the nation. Now, a powerful state official is leading a move to phase-out the widely disliked tax. Yet the…
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Providence Launches Program To Reduce Recidivism Rates
The city of Providence is launching a new program to help ex-offenders stay out of prison. Former inmates face numerous hurdles once they return to life…
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Community Safety Act To Get Full Providence City Council Vote
The Providence City Council Ordinance Committee voted 5-0 to send the lengthy ordinance, known as the Community Safety Act, to the full council for a vote.
