Governor Gina Raimondo’s latest campaign finance report shows a balance of more than $2.2 million. That’s about 25 times the $78,922 that Raimondo’s GOP…
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Providence Finance Committee Begins Crafting City Budget
The Providence City Council Finance Committee met for the first time Monday since the Mayor unveiled his latest budget proposal. The councilors now…
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Cloud Hangs Over Providence City Council As Two Of Its Members Face Public Scrutiny
Serious financial challenges continue to dog Rhode Island’s capital city. And now, there’s a cloud hanging over the Providence City Council, with two…
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Chafee Opposes Incentives For Wexford Development In The I-195 District
Former Governor Lincoln Chafee is criticizing the Raimondo administration’s plans to use millions in tax incentives to promote development in the I-195…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
May is almost here, bringing a closer read on state revenue and perhaps even more sunshine. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments…
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Providence City Council Tables 'Community Safety Act' In Unexpected Vote
In a surprise vote, the Providence City Council did not pass the so-called Community Safety Act during its meeting Thursday. Supporters say the…
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Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza Unveils $734M Budget Proposal
That’s about a two percent increase overall from the current year budget.
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Providence Mayor Says No Federal Funding At Risk Over ‘Sanctuary Cities’
After meeting with U.S. Attorney Jeff Sessions Tuesday, Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza says the city risks almost none of its federal funding.
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Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza To Unveil Latest Budget
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza unveils the city’s latest budget proposal Wednesday, and it comes as the city continues to face deep financial challenges.
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Elorza Meets With U.S. Attorney General
The mayor of Providence, Jorge Elorza, will be part of a meeting in Washington Tuesday with U.S. Attorney General, Jeff Sessions.