The Providence College and University of Rhode Island men’s basketball teams have given fans much to cheer about this season. RIPR Political Analyst…
ocean
Posted inArticle, Business, Environment
Newport City Council Bans Plastic Bags
In a unanimous vote Wednesday, the Newport City Council passed an ordinance that prohibits businesses from using or selling single-use plastic bags.
Posted inArticle, Business, Education, Environment, Health, Politics
Governor Raimondo Announces Ambitious Clean Energy Goals
The new initiative calls for the dramatic increase to the amount of clean energy in the state by 2020. Last year, the Ocean State had approximately 100…
Posted inArticle, Business, Environment, Politics
Bill Would Require Uber, Lyft, & Taxi Drivers To Get Fingerprinted
Rhode Island Uber and Lyft drivers may soon be required to pass a criminal background check before they start accepting passengers. State Attorney…
Posted inArticle, Education, Environment
PC, URI Striving For NCAA Tournament
Two teams from Rhode Island in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament? With a little luck, and another victory or two in conference tournaments this week,…
Posted inArticle, Business, Education, Environment, Health, Politics
TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
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…
Posted inArticle, Education, Environment
Rabbi Says Swastika Found A Mile From Jewish Temple Only Strengthens Community
Barrington Police are investigating a Swastika found on an East Bay bike path sign. The anti-Semitic symbol was burned on a sign that offers a brief…
Posted inArticle, Environment, Politics
Rhode Island And Wisconsin Residents Join Forces To Protest Paul Ryan’s Ocean State Visit
Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan is visiting the Ocean State Thursday, and protestors from his home state will be waiting for him.
Posted inArticle, Environment, Politics
Rhode Islanders Push Back On Immigration Legislation
Rhode Islanders are pushing back on a bill that would essentially outlaw sanctuary cities in the Ocean State.
Posted inArticle, Education, Environment, Politics
A Chorus Of Voices Oppose Trump’s Transgender Bathroom Guidelines Repeal
Under Obama administration guidance gender nonconforming students were allowed to use bathrooms and changing facilities that corresponded to the gender…
