Politics & Justice
The longtime North Kingstown lawmaker and House Judiciary chair enters a Democratic primary already featuring state Rep. Jason Knight and former AG policy director Keith Hoffmann, with others eyeing a run to succeed term-limited Peter Neronha
Rhode Island’s congressional delegation is blasting a proposal to rename new federal workforce grants after Donald Trump, calling it an attempt to erase Sen. Claiborne Pell’s legacy and rewrite the history of a program that’s helped millions afford college
Council leaders argue the mayor violated the city charter by naming John Thody as police chief without council approval, asking a judge to clarify their authority to confirm department heads
Ocean State Labs, opening next year in Providence’s I-195 District, will bring together researchers, investors, and startups focused on cancer treatments, gene therapy, tissue regeneration, and Alzheimer’s disease
The Rhode Island political figure and author talks with Ian Donnis about election integrity, political violence, and the future of American democracy
Common Cause says decision shows need for clarity on 2016 law
The 2026 gubernatorial race is heating up. Revolution Wind is sputtering. Is it time to turn up the temperature?