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The Rhode Island Current is an independent, nonprofit news outlet covering state government and the impact of public policy decisions in the Ocean State.
Well that was fast: USDA appeals McConnell's decision to U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in Boston. rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/r...
November 6, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Well that was fast: USDA appeals McConnell's decision to U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in Boston. rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/r...
After former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced her decision to serve out her current term and not seek reelection in 2026, @reed.senate.gov had this to say: rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/r...
November 6, 2025 at 7:19 PM
After former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced her decision to serve out her current term and not seek reelection in 2026, @reed.senate.gov had this to say: rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/06/r...
R.I. gubernatorial race trick or treat watch: Gov. Dan McKee is giving out regular M&Ms for #Halloween tonight while his Democratic challenger Helena Buonanno Foulkes is giving out Milky Ways and assorted Hershey candy.
October 31, 2025 at 9:29 PM
R.I. gubernatorial race trick or treat watch: Gov. Dan McKee is giving out regular M&Ms for #Halloween tonight while his Democratic challenger Helena Buonanno Foulkes is giving out Milky Ways and assorted Hershey candy.
U.S. Sen. Jack Reed issues statement honoring Ambassador J. William “Bill” Middendorf II, Little Compton resident and former secretary of the Navy, who died Friday. He was 101.
October 25, 2025 at 6:37 PM
U.S. Sen. Jack Reed issues statement honoring Ambassador J. William “Bill” Middendorf II, Little Compton resident and former secretary of the Navy, who died Friday. He was 101.
@statesnewsroom.com is operating a live feed of No Kings protest coverage from all 50 states, today until 9 p.m. ET. Here are some Rhode Island reds outside the State House in Providence where @ohnocastro.bsky.social is covering the #NoKings day protest. www.newsfromthestates.com
October 18, 2025 at 6:34 PM
@statesnewsroom.com is operating a live feed of No Kings protest coverage from all 50 states, today until 9 p.m. ET. Here are some Rhode Island reds outside the State House in Providence where @ohnocastro.bsky.social is covering the #NoKings day protest. www.newsfromthestates.com
Start your R.I. cannabis retail license applications... By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/09/12/r...
September 12, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Start your R.I. cannabis retail license applications... By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/09/12/r...
Flags in Rhode Island were already lowered for 9/11 anniversary. But Gov. McKee issues notice that they will remain so through sunset Sunday per the president's proclamation remembering Charlie Kirk.
September 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Flags in Rhode Island were already lowered for 9/11 anniversary. But Gov. McKee issues notice that they will remain so through sunset Sunday per the president's proclamation remembering Charlie Kirk.
A Rhode Island home care nurse forced to shut down in 2023 by state health officials left a 350-person waiting list of people in need of toenail trims and other forms of basic foot care. State law prohibits nurses from performing this essential care.
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August 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
A Rhode Island home care nurse forced to shut down in 2023 by state health officials left a 350-person waiting list of people in need of toenail trims and other forms of basic foot care. State law prohibits nurses from performing this essential care.
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July 31, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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July 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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The legislative session has ended, and Rhode Island Current has been at the State House for every step.
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July 21, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The legislative session has ended, and Rhode Island Current has been at the State House for every step.
Our mission is to ensure all Rhode Islanders can stay up-to-date on their elected officials. If you can, consider donating to fuel our nonprofit journalism. rhodeislandcurrent.com/donate?oa_re...
Our mission is to ensure all Rhode Islanders can stay up-to-date on their elected officials. If you can, consider donating to fuel our nonprofit journalism. rhodeislandcurrent.com/donate?oa_re...
R.I. Senate President Val Lawson congratulates Stefano Famiglietti on winning today’s special Democratic primary for the open Senate District 4 seat.
July 9, 2025 at 12:47 AM
R.I. Senate President Val Lawson congratulates Stefano Famiglietti on winning today’s special Democratic primary for the open Senate District 4 seat.
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April 2, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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April Fools' Day is no joke in Rhode Island. It's #401Gives, a day to make a difference through the power of charitable giving. Please consider making a gift to Rhode Island Current. Thank you!
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April 1, 2025 at 7:50 PM
April Fools' Day is no joke in Rhode Island. It's #401Gives, a day to make a difference through the power of charitable giving. Please consider making a gift to Rhode Island Current. Thank you!
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Just say "Yea" on #401Gives! You can make a gift to Rhode Island Current today by visiting our page here: www.401gives.org/organization...
April 1, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Just say "Yea" on #401Gives! You can make a gift to Rhode Island Current today by visiting our page here: www.401gives.org/organization...
Thank you! We appreciate all the #401Gives love and support so far today! The chance to make your gift go farther today with a dollar for dollar matching gift opportunity by Rhode Island Energy is right at noon!
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April 1, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Thank you! We appreciate all the #401Gives love and support so far today! The chance to make your gift go farther today with a dollar for dollar matching gift opportunity by Rhode Island Energy is right at noon!
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April 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
It's #401Gives today! Please help us continue our work providing paywall-free independent, nonpartisan coverage of Rhode Island state government. Make your gift at www.401gives.org/organization...
U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse's daughter Molly held the family bible for his swearing in for a fourth term representing Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate this afternoon by Vice President Kamala Harris.
January 3, 2025 at 11:47 PM
U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse's daughter Molly held the family bible for his swearing in for a fourth term representing Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate this afternoon by Vice President Kamala Harris.
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December 9, 2024 at 11:13 PM
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New Hampshire governor endorses Nikki Haley via @hbarndollar @NHBulletinNews
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December 9, 2024 at 11:12 PM
New Hampshire governor endorses Nikki Haley via @hbarndollar @NHBulletinNews
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May your holiday season be filled with good news! #HappyHolidays
December 9, 2024 at 11:12 PM
May your holiday season be filled with good news! #HappyHolidays