"Our system is understaffed and under-supported, and it is hurting our residents, particularly Rhode Island’s most vulnerable."
Sen. Michael McCaffrey is calling for greater investment into lead remediation in Rhode Island homes.
Michael Bogolawski, the owner of a Pawtucket liquor store, voiced his concerns about the proposed ban on alcohol nips in Rhode Island.
George Nee and Sheila Dormody outline their vision for the state's future.
Rhode Island's leaders were divided about Attorney General Peter Neronha's decision to deny the proposed Lifespan-Care New England merger.
Gov. Dan McKee's decision to end mask requirements in public and in schools spurred mixed reactions in Rhode Island.
Senate President Dominick Ruggerio said the new legislative session gives lawmakers the chance to make some big changes.
Rep. Julie Casimiro called for government leaders to offer more support to those left behind by social services.
One educator's take on teaching.
In honor of Pride Month. Be Strong. Love Wins.
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all counts in the murder of George Floyd.
Reps. Patricia Serpa and Julie Casimiro discuss the importance of the House Oversight Committee in government accountability.
"We have a moral obligation to ensure that every student, in every school district, has the opportunity to receive a quality education."
March 24 symbolizes how long into the year it takes for women's pay to reach men's.
"A pause is needed before any consideration of a hospital sale to or from a for-profit operator in Rhode Island," two RI leaders said.
Two Rhode Island lawmakers are calling for mandatory civics education in the state.
Sen. Harold Metts applauded the state for steps forward through judicial nominations.
"If we fail to take bold action now, then Rhode Island will slog to recovery just as it did in the aftermath of the Great Recession."
The PawSox bid farewell to their Rhode Island home after their final season was canceled by the coronavirus pandemic.
Two Warwick lawmakers are calling for the creation of the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resiliency fund.
The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring
Bishop Thomas Tobin seemingly ignored Joe Biden's self-identification as a Catholic.
The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island is calling for onetime changes to keep voters safe this fall while enbcouraging everyone to vote.
Sen. Sandra Cano is calling for the state to stop overlooking minority-owned businesses as the economy begins to reopen.
"We need policies and programs that help families with young children," wrote Rep. Grace Diaz.
Poverty is the elephant in the room that we are now forced to address," Sen. Harold Metts said.
"We will not need to meet during the height of the pandemic," Speaker Nicholas Mattiello and Senate President Dominick Ruggerio said.
The comments come after a Rhode Island priest said that "pedophilia doesn't kill anyone, and [abortion] does."
Jane Koster is the President of the League of Women Voters of Rhode Island.
North Kingstown Senator James Sheehan expressed his concerns for the upcoming impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.
Temple Emanu-El and the Central Congregational Church in Providence will come together for a special concert on January 26.
All Rhode Islanders benefit from the state's partnerships with Twin River and IGT, Senator Maryellen Goodwin said.
Eight nonprofit organizations serving LGBTQ Rhode Islanders will share $53k in grants through the Equity Action Fund at the RI Foundation.
Representative Mia Ackerman's cashless business ban has become Rhode Island law.
Bishop Thomas Tobin has drawn ire from the LGBTQ community in Rhode Island after saying Catholics shouldn't take part in Pride Month events.
"The Rhode Island economy must serve all of its citizens," Rep. Mia Ackerman wrote.
Marijuana convictions unequally punish people of color in Rhode Island, says Rep. Anastasia Williams.
Rhode Island lawmakers have introduced a package of bills calling for major changes to Rhode Island's public education system.
Rep. Joseph Shekarchi has introduced a bill to protect small businesses during tax season.
Rep. David Bennett (D-Dist. 20, Warwick, Cranston)is calling for Rhode Island to do more to keep kids from smoking as he did in his youth.