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Washington Bridge whistleblower: “My claim was blocked to protect Gina Raimondo”

A letter sent to us from the Washington Bridge whistleblower alleges the following: “I filed a whistleblower lawsuit on 5/6/2024 and attempted to...

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Concerns raised over council president and city attorney’s personal relationship

CRANSTON, R.I. — Cranston City Councilman Richard Campopiano raised concerns over Council President Jessica Marino scheduling three City Council meetings Wednesday to amend...

Whistleblower alleges Cardi Corp. broke the Washington Bridge in 2017
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Whistleblower alleges Cardi Corp. broke the Washington Bridge in 2017

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — On May 6th of 2024, a whistleblower filed a Qui Tam lawsuit against Cardi Corp for false claims made while...

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U.S. Attorney General declares Rhode Island a “sanctuary jurisdiction”, threatens to pull federal funds

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has notified Gov. Dan McKee that Rhode Island has been designated a “sanctuary jurisdiction,” warning...

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RI AG Neronha accused of lying in recent interview

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — In a recent interview, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha made statements about the Barletta Heavy Division lawsuit 6/10 that...

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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...

RIPTA postpones vote on major service cuts
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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...

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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...

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Young-Woods Elementary mural honors Sgt. Cornel Young Jr.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Community members, city leaders, and law enforcement officials gathered at Young-Woods Elementary School on April 8 to dedicate a mural honoring...