Rhode Island Sen. Josh Miller of Cranston is the guest on Bonus Q&A this week. He discusses a range of issues, including the possibility of a fall…
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Library Services And Programs Imperiled In Connecticut
Without a state budget in place, Connecticut is operating under executive order. Governor Dannel Malloy has outlined cuts to get state finances in line….
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$228M+ In Potential Development On Hold Due To State Budget Impasse
More than $228 million in potential expenditures in rehabilitating Rhode Island buildings is on hold due to the state budget impasse.
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Local Schools Will Be Strapped For Aid Amid Budget Stalemate
Rhode Island’s budget standoff shows no signs of being resolved by the state’s feuding legislative leaders, and it’s threatening to affect state aid to…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: RI Statehouse Pols Forget To Put Public First
Rhode Island is now a week into a new fiscal year without an approved budget. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says the longer this goes on, the…
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TGIF: 9 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
A new fiscal year dawns, along with a series of fresh storylines. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome , and you can…
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On The Governor’s Desk: Health, Education, and Marijuana Bills
A slew of bills heads for Gov. Gina Raimondo’s signature as the General Assembly nears the end of the legislative session. Here’s a brief list of what’s…
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Commission Studying The Use Of Solitary Confinement In RI Presents Findings
A legislative commission studying the use of solitary confinement in Rhode Island prisons reported back to lawmakers Thursday. The group also made…
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Bonus Q&A: Hollister Isman On Legislative Session & What’s Next For RI Working Families Party
Georgia Hollister Isman, state director of the Rhode Island Working Families Party, is the guest on Bonus Q&A this week. She discussed a range of…
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Bill To Disarm Domestic Abusers Heads To The Senate
A bill that would keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers cleared the House Monday in a 55-12 vote. The legislation has drawn strong support, as…