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Providence mural controversy intensifies as mayor calls for removal

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A mural in downtown Providence has sparked growing controversy, with Mayor Brett Smiley now calling for it to be taken down...

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Bill would provide free school meals to all Rhode Island students

A new proposal would guarantee free breakfast and lunch for every public school student in Rhode Island, regardless of income. The legislation is...

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“No Kings” protests return to Rhode Island with rallies planned Saturday

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — “No Kings” demonstrations are set to take place across Rhode Island this Saturday, with organizers planning rallies in Providence and North...

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Bill would allow bars in Rhode Island to stay open 24/7 during 2026 World Cup

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Bars and restaurants across Rhode Island could stay open around the clock during the 2026 FIFA World Cup under a proposal...

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Bill would make Hope Scholarship permanent at Rhode Island College

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Proposed legislation would make the Hope Scholarship at Rhode Island College a permanent program, following early results that show strong student...

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RI AG not pursuing criminal charges despite RICO allegations in lawsuit against CVS

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha is not pursuing criminal charges against CVS Health, even as a newly filed federal lawsuit alleges the company...

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“Fat dog” comment, vegan cheese at center of ethics commission trial

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former Rhode Island Director of Administration Jim Thorsen testified Tuesday before the Rhode Island Ethics Commission as part of an ongoing case examining his alleged...

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McKee proposes plan to eliminate Rhode Island tax on Social Security benefits

NEWPORT, R.I. — A Social Security tax elimination plan proposed by Dan McKee would phase out the state tax on Social Security benefits over the next several...

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RI AG not pursuing criminal charges despite RICO allegations in lawsuit against CVS

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha is not pursuing criminal charges against CVS Health, even as a newly filed federal lawsuit alleges the company...