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Gov. McKee Infuses $6.7M Into Rhode Island’s Primary Care System

June 23, 2025

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Alexander Castro

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Politics

Sen. Reed Calls Trump’s Military Strike on Iran Premature

While agreeing Iran must not go nuclear, Reed urges diplomacy over military action and questions effectiveness of recent U.S. strike

June 23, 2025

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Ian Donnis

Scarborough North State Beach in Narragansett.

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Climate & Environment

Dangerous Heat Grips Rhode Island as Temperatures Near 100 Degrees

Health officials urge precautions as extreme heat endangers outdoor workers, older adults, and unhoused residents; local cooling centers and donation drives aim to provide relief

June 23, 2025

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Lynn Arditi

Traces are seen in the sky after Iran's armed forces say they targeted Al-Udeid base in a missile attack in Qatar on Monday.

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News & Culture

Iran Attacks a U.S. Base in Qatar

Tehran’s unprecedented attack on Al Udeid Air Base sparks global alarm; no U.S. casualties reported as Qatar condemns “flagrant violation” of its sovereignty

June 23, 2025

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Food & Drink

Ocean to Bottle: Providence Distillery Crafts Spirits with Oysters, Seaweed — and Pizza Strips

At ISCO, innovation meets tradition as locally sourced ingredients fuel small-batch, ocean-inspired vodkas and gins — including a gold medal–winning Pizza Strip Vodka

June 23, 2025

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Pamela Watts

Rosemary Costigan was confirmed on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, as the sixth permanent president of the Community College of Rhode Island.

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Education

Postsecondary Education Council Makes Costigan Permanent President of CCRI

June 23, 2025

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Alexander Castro

Rhode Island dropped to 19th in the latest national ranking of child wellbeing, falling behind every other New England state.

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Health

Rhode Island Drops to 19th Place in National Rankings of Child Well-Being

Drop in health and economic indicators drives decline in latest KIDS COUNT report, as advocates call for urgent investments in housing, jobs, and family supports

June 23, 2025

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Alexander Castro

Rep, Jason Knight argues in support of the Senate version of the gun bill.

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Politics

Rhode Island Lawmakers Pass Assault Weapons Sales Ban, Sending Bill to Governor McKee

After years of advocacy, the General Assembly approved a measure to ban the sale and manufacture — but not possession — of assault-style weapons; McKee says he will sign it into law despite criticism and looming legal challenges

June 23, 2025

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Ian Donnis

Second Amendment supporters in yellow shirts and gun safety advocates in red and orange sit in the gallery over the Rhode Island Senate during the debate on the proposed ban on the manufacture and sale of assault-style weapons as lawmakers began what appears to be their final day of the 2025 session on Friday, June 20, 2025.

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Politics

Rhode Island Senate Approves $14.3B Budget, Sending Spending Plan to Governor’s Desk

Despite new taxes and fees on drivers, property owners, and nicotine pouches, the fiscal 2026 budget passed with minimal opposition and includes boosts for health care and schools — but RIPTA funding still falls short

June 23, 2025

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Nancy Lavin

The National Transportation Safety Board recently flagged the Pell Bridge among 68 U.S. bridges in urgent need of inspection.

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News & Culture

Rhode Island’s Crumbling Bridges: Are They Safe?

With more than 100 bridges rated in poor condition and urgent repairs lagging, new reporting by Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio reveals the deeper infrastructure risks across the state — and the lack of clear accountability for fixing them

June 22, 2025

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David Wright