If the state gives financial incentives to Providence to move the Pawtucket Red Sox from McCoy Stadium to a new stadium to be built on the Providence…
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RI Supreme Court Dismisses Narragansett Tribe Challenge To RI Casino Law
In the never ending casino legal joust between the state and the Narragansett Indian Tribe, the Rhode Island Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to…
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Twin River Buying Newport Grand; Vows No Ballot Question for Table Games in 2016
The operator of Twin River is buying Newport Grand while vowing not to seek the addition of table games at Newport “without broad-based community…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Leadership
All of us have discovered how valuable skilled leadership is in our lives, whether from wise parents, gifted bosses, or anyone else who led some task of…
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Medicaid Faces Challenges Nationwide, But Few States Cutting Benefits
A working group appointed by Governor Gina Raimondo has just held its first meeting. Their task: to reinvent Medicaid, the state’s health insurance…
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Gordon Fox: Financial Problems at the Apex of Political Power in RI
Former House speaker Gordon Fox faces at least three years in federal prison after pleading guilty Tuesday to three charges of corruption. The details…
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RI Politicians React To Fox Plea Deal
Reactions have been swift to news that Former House Speaker Gordon Fox pleaded guilty to three felony charges. The charges include one count of bribery…
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Fox Broke Statehouse Iron Rule
Former House Speaker Gordon Fox has admitted that he violated the law by converting campaign money to personal use and accepting a bribe to wire a…
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Alexander-Scott Nominated To Lead Health Dept.
Gov. Gina Raimondo has nominated a new leader for the state Dept. of Health. Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott is currently Consultant Medical Director for the…
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Group To “Reinvent” Medicaid Kicks Off
Gov. Gina Raimondo’s working group to “reinvent Medicaid” convened for the first time Monday night. The group’s task is to find savings and rein in…