Old stories have a way of cycling back into the news in Rhode Island, and this otherwise quiet week was a case in point. So thanks for stopping by for…
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Mayoral Academies CEO To Lead ‘Chiefs For Change’
National education advocacy group Chiefs for Change has a new CEO, and he comes from the Ocean State. The group has tapped Rhode Island Mayoral…
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Plainridge Slot Parlor Not Having Big Impact On Twin River
Rhode Island’s largest legal gambling venue, Twin River Casino, is so far fending off a challenge to its gambling revenue from a new competitor, the…
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Historical Society Marks Washington’s Rhode Island Visit
America’s first president, George Washington, comes to Rhode Island Saturday, or at least an actor who portrays Washington at his Mt. Vernon Estate. The…
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TGIF: 17 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Enjoy summer while you can. Happy Friday, and thanks for stopping by. As always, your tips and comments remain welcome via idonnis (at) ripr (dot) org,…
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Ida Lewis Race Sets Sail From Newport
Ocean crews will sail through the night for the 11th annual Ida Lewis Distance Race. The race leaves Newport Friday. Roughly 40 boats are expected to…
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Children In Crisis: Investigating DCYF, One Story At A Time
Days after taking office, Gov. Gina Raimondo made a change in leadership at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. That was after a series of…
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Children In Crisis: With Few Alternatives, More Kids End Up in Group Homes
Rhode Island’s child welfare system is under the microscope. Gov. Gina Raimondo has called for a complete overhaul, saying the Department of Children,…
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Brookings Institution To Develop Economic Strategies For RI
Governor Gina Raimondo has asked the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program to develop a new economic strategy for Rhode Island. The…
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RI ACLU Issues Critique Of Ocean State Voting Practices
On the 50th anniversary of the country’s landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965 the American Civil Liberties Union says the Ocean State still has work to do…