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Rhode Island launches first Youth Point in Time Count in five years

By Jacob Smollen | May 5

Rhode Island is conducting its first point-in-time count of youth and young adults experiencing homelessness since 2018, according to a press release from the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness and the Rhode Island Continuum of Care’s Youth Action Board.

Bills counting coupons toward deductibles introduced in State House

By Avani Ghosh | April 28

The bill could improve access to healthcare but may increase unnecessary expenditures.

Explore two decades of data on Brown’s payments in lieu of taxes

By Rhea Rasquinha | April 27

Brown is set to pay roughly $4.5 million to Providence this year.

Rhode Island State House votes 49-24 to pass Equality in Abortion Coverage Act

By Yael Sarig | April 27

A bill ensuring equitable coverage for healthcare procedures passes in the state House of Representatives and moves to the R.I. Senate.

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R-Line sees 40% increase in ridership during fare-free pilot program

By Injy El-Dib | April 26

The R-Line is the most used bus route in Rhode Island, representing 16% of RIPTA’s statewide bus ridership.

Smiley’s first budget proposal expands city services, increases residential taxes

By Neil Mehta | April 25

The budget proposal is Smiley's first as mayor.

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Why are dead fish littering sidewalks and bridges in downtown Providence?

By Sofia Barnett | April 24

On April 14, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management addressed concerns from community members regarding multiple reports of fish kills in the Providence and Seekonk rivers on their Instagram. According to the department’s post, the sudden influx of fish corpses in the rivers and ...

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The evolution of Thayer Street, from 2000 to today

By Neil Mehta , Rhea Rasquinha , Stella Chen , Ashley Cai , Lizzy Zhang and Swetabh Changkakoti | April 23

Explore business turnover on Thayer since 2000 with The Herald’s interactive timeline.

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Project Weber/RENEW, CODAC selected to open country’s first state-regulated overdose prevention center

By Jacob Smollen | April 23

The center will enable individuals to use illicit drugs under supervision by medical professionals and access recovery assistance.

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Bill promoting non-custodial sentencing for primary caregivers introduced in R.I. House

By Mahin Ashfaq | April 21

University community members gave testimony at an April 4 hearing on the bill.

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Bill aims to create $50 million revolving housing fund in Rhode Island

By Abby Donovan | April 21

Rep. June Speakman (D-Bristol) introduced a bill in the Rhode Island House of Representatives on March 17 which would create a $50 million fund for the construction of mixed-income public housing.

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Mixed-use development involving Brown property presented to I-195 Commission

By Rhea Rasquinha | April 20

Representatives from developer CV Properties proposed a commercial project that combines I-195 Redevelopment Districts 14 and 15 and adjacent University property.

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Community organizations look to build out Providence’s urban forest

By Julianna Chang | April 20

The Providence Neighborhood Planting Program is a community-led organization engaging local residents in planting and maintaining trees on city property to create a larger and more equitable urban forest.

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City announces police team to target illegal ATV, dirt bike use

By Yael Sarig | April 19

Advocacy groups have expressed concern over possible discrimination and surveillance arising from the policy.

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Assault weapons ban, safe storage bills held for further study by R.I. Judiciary Committee

By Jacob Smollen | April 18

Advocates on both sides swarmed the State House, testifying for hours on gun-related bills.

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Mayor Brett Smiley discusses Brown payments, housing, public safety at campus talk

By Sam Levine | April 18

Smiley said that the push to increase revenue from tax-exempt institutions has been a “major issue” for his administration.

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State House roundup: current legislation in the Rhode Island General Assembly

By Rhea Rasquinha and Linus Lawrence | April 14

Active legislation in the Rhode Island General Assembly includes shoreline access, changes to LEOBoR and revised policies to increase prescription drug affordability.

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Proposed long-term mixed-use project combines I-195 parcels, Brown property

By Rhea Rasquinha | April 13

CV Properties proposed a project to include initial residential building and two future mixed-use developments.

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Annenberg Institute report finds low teacher retention, diversity at PPSD

By Stella Chen | April 13

Recent report found low teacher retention rate at Providence Public School District, following a national trend of high turnover.

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State of the race: 12 candidates running in crowded field for CD1 special election

By Yael Sarig | April 12

Twelve Democrats have announced their candidacy to fill Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District seat. The candidates are diverse, ranging from seasoned politicians to newcomers.