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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...
Whistleblower accuses politicians of RIDOT pay-to-play scheme
A second letter from the Washington Bridge whistleblower alleges: “The pay-to-play Washington Bridge funneled federal funds through construction companies back to key politicians...
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...
Mount Hope Bridge temporarily closing for resurfacing
BRISTOL, R.I. — Mount Hope Bridge temporarily closing for resurfacing. The Mount Hope Bridge, a vital link between Bristol and Portsmouth, has closed...
Rhode Island road quality ranks dead last in U.S.
Data from the Federal Highway Administration ranks Rhode Island road quality at the bottom among U.S. states. The Ocean State has the highest...
$6.8M spent to keep tow trucks on Washington Bridge 24/7
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The cost of keeping tow trucks on the Washington Bridge 24/7 has climbed to $6.8 million, more than triple the...
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...
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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Butler Hospital reaches tentative deal after 3-month strike
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — After more than three months on the picket line, union workers at Butler Hospital have reached a tentative contract agreement...
