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Providence mayor criticized Trump’s use of the National Guard in D.C.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley criticized Trump’s use of the National Guard to address crime in Washington, D.C., and his plan to...
Decision on RIPTA bus cuts delayed
The future of dozens of bus routes remains uncertain after the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) board postponed a vote on major...
State lawmaker, city councilor to challenge Garden City over Newport Creamery closure
CRANSTON, R.I. — A Rhode Island lawmaker is pledging to fight the planned Newport Creamery closure in Garden City Center. State Rep. Charlene...
Rhode Island minimum wage to increase to $17/hour by 2027
Starting January 1, 2026, Rhode Island’s minimum wage will rise to $16 an hour as part of a planned increase that will eventually...
Trump administration halts offshore wind farm plans off of Rhode Island coast
The Trump administration ends offshore wind farm plans in federal waters, including areas near Rhode Island that were once designated for large‑scale projects...
Washington Bridge change order goes from $10M to $38M as RIDOT uses state funds to dodge federal oversight
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Change orders on federal projects require federal oversight when federal funds are used. However, for in-state road projects where change...
Pro-Palestine rally held at DePasquale Square in Providence’s Federal Hill neighborhood
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A pro-Palestine rally at DePasquale Square in Providence’s Federal Hill neighborhood, drew demonstrators Thursday afternoon. Dozens gathered near the fountain...
Mount Hope Bridge gets $17 million in federal funds to extend lifespan
BRISTOL, R.I. — The Mount Hope Bridge, which opened in 1929, is set to receive a $17 million grant from the federal government...
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Rhode Island minimum wage to increase to $17/hour by 2027
Starting January 1, 2026, Rhode Island’s minimum wage will rise to $16 an hour as part of a planned increase that will eventually...
