If you come to a fork in the road, take it. So said Yogi Berra, and the expression seems fitting given recent news. So thanks for stopping by for my…
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Bonus Q&A: Elorza On Pensions, Taxes, Providence’s Legislative Agenda & More
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza joins Bonus Q&A to discuss the shadow of corruption; the impact of high taxes; the outlook for the city’s pension fund…
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Grebien Warns PawSox May Leave Rhode Island
One day after a top lawmaker effectively killed prospects for a new PawSox stadium in the current General Assembly session, Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien…
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PawSox Stadium Proposal Dead In Current Legislative Session
State Senate President Dominick Ruggerio said Tuesday there’s not enough time in the current legislative session to consider the PawSox’ proposal
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GOP Lawmakers, Trucking Industry Renew Criticism Of Raimondo’s Toll Program
Republican lawmakers and trucking industry representatives renewed their criticism of Governor Gina Raimondo’s truck-toll program on Tuesday, arguing it…
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Gun Control Advocates Gather In Support Of Pending Bills
Advocates for stricter gun laws are scheduled to gather at the Statehouse Tuesday. The event, organized by the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun…
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Legislation For Proposed PawSox Stadium Could Be Ready By Tuesday
A legislative proposal for the PawSox’ proposed stadium may be introduced as soon as Tuesday.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
A number of thorny issues are maturing in time for the final weeks of the legislative session. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and…
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Bonus Q&A: Filippi On Car Tax, Marijuana, Minimum Wage & More
State Rep. Blake Filippi (R-New Shoreham), the minority whip in the RI House of Representatives, joins Bonus Q&A to discuss the cost of the car tax…
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PawSox Stadium Proposal Faces Uncertainty In RI House
The $73 million proposal for a new PawSox stadium in Pawtucket faces an uncertain path in the Rhode Island House of Representatives.