Politics
Stay engaged with Rhode Island’s political landscape. We cover local elections, policy changes, and government updates that impact our communities.
Contractor suing RIDOT for $3.8 million over project rushed by Senator Jack Reed
As politicians in Washington, D.C., regularly compete for federal dollars to finance infrastructure projects in their states, demonstrating progress on active work strengthens...
Cranston Council president, attorney resign over relationship scrutiny
CRANSTON, R.I. — Cranston City Council President Jessica Marino announced her resignation Wednesday night following complaints of her having a relationship with the...
Rhode Island politicians condemn Trump pausing offshore wind project
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Trump administration’s order to halt construction on Revolution Wind, the offshore wind farm 15 miles off Rhode Island’s coast,...
R.I. Assistant AG gets 6-month unpaid leave after viral Newport arrest
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan has been placed on six months of unpaid leave following her arrest...
Trump administration pauses wind project off Rhode Island coast
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration has ordered construction to stop on Revolution Wind, the offshore wind farm being built 15 miles off...
Judge orders CVS to pay $285 million in whistleblower lawsuit
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Mitchell Goldberg issued another major ruling against Woonsocket-based CVS, marking the second significant legal setback...
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...
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...
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Meet our Dog of the Week, Josie
Meet our Dog of the Week, Josie! Josie is an extraordinary little survivor looking for her forever home. Josie is an 8 year...
