The Rhode Island House broke from tradition Tuesday night by unanimously passing a budget for the next fiscal year during a speedy three-hour session….
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Little Lies
Some years ago, Sissela Bok, a moral philosopher, wrote a book entitled Lying in which she explores the ways in which people struggle to be truthful in…
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Charter School Foes, Advocates Await Votes
A pair of bills that could make it harder to open more charter schools are again up for committee votes at the Statehouse. The House bill would place a…
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Governor Names New Chairs For Education Committees
Governor Gina Raimondo has announced two businessmen to lead the State Council on Elementary and Secondary Education and the State Council on Post…
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URI Pharmacy Dean: CVS/Target Deal Could Help Consumers
Woonsocket-based CVS Health says it’s paying nearly $2 billion dollars to take over Target’s pharmacies and walk-in clinics. The deal adds more than…
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RI’s Unofficial Interim Education Commissioner
With Education Commissioner Deborah Gist posting on Facebook that she has left her her job, who is in charge of the Rhode Island Department of Education…
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Providence Dreams Big With Major Arts Festival
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza is embarking on his first major arts and tourism initiative since taking office in January. The first annual Providence…
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Warwick Terror Charges Explained
Warwick resident Nicholas Rovinski sits in a jail cell accused of conspiring to support the Islamic State in Iraq. Rhode Island Public Radio’s Dave…
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TGIF: 20 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by. It’s been a long week, so let’s get rolling before I fall asleep at my standing desk. Your tips and thoughts remain welcome at…
