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Helena Buonanno Foulkes Launches Rhode Island Governor Campaign, Says State Deserves Better Leadership

Gov. McKee responds by criticizing Foulkes over opioids

Immigration

Rhode Island League of Women Voters Barred From Registering New Citizens at Naturalization Events

A local leader calls the new federal policy an attempt to “control who votes”

September 8, 2025

Paul C. Kelly Campos

Health

No Bats, No Public Hearing Date Yet For Troubled DCYF Building

After three bat sightings in August — including one that prompted a weeklong office closure — union workers say the Providence building is unsafe, urging state officials not to renew DCYF’s 10-year lease

September 10, 2025

Christopher Shea

Climate & Environment

Coastal Watchdogs Wary of Process to Reduce Seats on CRMC, Lower Quorum Requirement

Public hearing Tuesday marks start to state-mandated change in regulatory panel’s makeup

September 9, 2025

Nancy Lavin

Politics

No Time Like the Present to Change Lobbyist Gift Rules, Open Government Advocates Tell Ethics Panel

Commission holds public hearing on separate proposals to increase cap on gift values and apply limit to certain lobbyists

September 10, 2025

Alexander Castro

Economy

A Winter of Discontent? Ratepayers, Advocates Urge Regulators to Reject Proposed Utility Hikes

Seasonal increases, end of COVID-era debt repayment terms pose a double whammy for vulnerable R.I. Energy customers

September 10, 2025

Nancy Lavin

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Brewing craft beer poses challenges for our water treatment system. How is RIDEM working to reduce these impacts?

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Arts & Entertainment

Huzzah! A Sneak Peek of King Richard’s Faire’s New Location

The Faire moves to Edaville Entertainment Venue for its 44th Season

August 29, 2025

Ross Lippman

Arts & Entertainment

Providence Artists Expand The Lemonade Stand Festival With Music, Murals & Community Vibes

August 28, 2025

Luis Hernandez

Arts & Entertainment

Why Curt Columbus Plans to Step Away From Providence’s Trinity Rep

August 27, 2025

Luis Hernandez

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Rhode to Independence: 250 Years

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Rhode to Independence uncovers Rhode Island’s pivotal—but often overlooked—role in America’s founding. From the Gaspee Affair to declaring independence before 1776, Rhode Island helped spark a revolution. Through powerful local stories and fresh perspectives, we’ll explore the past and the civic questions it still raises today.

July 08, 2025 05:00 AM

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