Category: Rhode Island

February 24, 2025

The Michie Hostel Evictions: Dozens of Sponsored Homeless Tenants are Evicted onto the Cold Streets of Providence. What Happened?

Saturday afternoon, the Coalition Radio Network was informed, through contacts developed by “Sister Effort” Libertarian Mutual Aid, (LMA) that the residents of two Michie Hostels, at 230 Thayer Street on College Hill, and a South Side facility located…

February 21, 2025

Rhode Island Republican Vice Chair Niyoka Powell Weighs In on Senator Reed/Congressman Magaziner Department of Education Presser-Where’s the State Audit on the Funding Formula?

Rhode Island GOP Second Vice Chair Niyoka Powell reflection on the recent press conference by Rhode Island Democratic Royalty, bemoaning the Trump Administration’s opening salvos on the Federal Department of Education was succinct: In the Monday’s press…

February 18, 2025

Former State Rep/US Senate Candidate Patricia Morgan Goes Negative … On Other Republicans?

Former State Representative/Former Senatorial Candidate Patricia Morgan, now candidate? for Rhode Island Republican Party Secretary just went negative … on the Rhode Island GOP? In a scathing email, apparently sent to supporters of her Senate Campaign, Ms. Morgan called…

February 14, 2025

Senator Zurier Drops the Bomb! Undisclosed Campaign Contributions by Washington Bridge Vendors?

Rhode Island State Senator Sam Zurier (Providence) dropped a bomb in yesterday’s Bridge Oversight Hearing. Contractors to the Department of Transporation are required, by law, to disclose campaign contributions, in a vendor affidavit, as part of their bid submission…

February 13, 2025

RI ACLU: ACLU & Roger Williams University Law School Clinic Seek Emergency Relief Over The Adult Correctional Institute’s Failure To Accommodate Muslim Prisoners’ Religious Freedom

From The Rhode Island Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union A lawsuit filed today by attorneys for the RWU Prisoners’ Rights Clinic and the American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island challenges the R.I. Department of Corrections’ (RIDOC) restrictive policies governing the religious freedom of Muslims incarcerated…

February 12, 2025

Providence Public Schools Announces 2025 Edward Hickling Bradford Scholarship

s $1100 Scholarship Supports Providence Public School Students With Significant Financial Needs Attend College From The Providence Public School District: The Providence Public School District (PPSD) in collaboration with the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE), and the…

February 10, 2025

Superintendent Palazzo – Glocester School Superintendent – Responds to Rhode Island ACLU Calls on Student Book Access Restrictions

The Coalition News has received a copy of the response from Glocester School Superintendent Dr. Renee Palazzo to the Rhode Island Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union call to halt “arbitrary restrictions on student access to books”. …

February 8, 2025

Statement: Vice Ranking Member Gabe Amo Blasts Secretary Rubio’s Failure to Respond

Secretary Rubio missed Amo’s deadline to provide clarity on foreign aid, State Department, and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) workforce From The Office of Congressman Gabe Amo: Vice Ranking Member Gabe Amo (RI-01) released the following statement in…

February 7, 2025

Flash! Bermudair to Fly from Rhode island T. F. Green International Airport to Bermuda

Biweekly Flights to Start on May 22, 2025 News Release: From The Rhode Island Airport Corporation Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) welcomed today’s news that BermudAir, the flag carrier airline of Bermuda, will begin offering…

February 6, 2025

Update: Did Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee Cave to the Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers? We Went to the Source!

The battle lines were drawn: Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers Maximum Leader Richard Ferruccio, long regarded as one of the most powerful Union Leaders in Lil Rhody, had called for an “Informational Picket Line” (Our words)…

February 5, 2025

Press Release: BLM RI PAC Calls Out Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency for Lack of Transparency & Financial Mismanagement

Statement: Harrison Tuttle-BLM RI PAC Black Lives Matter Rhode Island PAC (BLM RI PAC) is calling attention to the Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency’s (PRA) failure to comply with public records laws after withholding financial documents requested over two weeks ago. The requested…

February 4, 2025

Statement: Robert J. Chiaradio Responds to the RI ACLU Statement on Student Access to Books

Robert J. Chiaradio, Jr., writes in response to: ACLU Calls on Glocester School District to Halt Arbitrary Restrictions on Student Access to Books It is the policy of The Coalition Radio Network & Coalition News to give individuals/organizations the opportunity…

February 3, 2025

ACLU Calls on Glocester School District to Halt Arbitrary Restrictions on Student Access to Books

In the ongoing debate on access to children’s literature, via School Library, the Rhode Island ACLU is “urging” Foster Glocester School Superintendent to walk back directives to district librarians. At the center of the controversy? The Tug of War…

February 1, 2025

DaVinci Center Open Tonite! Saturday February 1: City of Providence Extends Overnight Warming Center in Response to Extreme Cold Weather

City of Providence Extends Overnight Warming Center in Response to Extreme Cold Weather The DaVinci Center Will Remain Open as a Temporary Warming Center Saturday Night From The City of Providence, Mayor Brett Smiley: Mayor Brett P. Smiley and…

January 31, 2025

A Political Fire at Providence Fund Raising Mecca The Ladder 133? On the Card: Senate Minority Leader Senator Jessica de la Cruz vs. Anti Trump Forces … From Everywhere?

“I’m aware of the protest and I respect their First Amendment right to do so. We live in the greatest country in the world but there are significant challenges facing our state. That’s why…

January 31, 2025

The Economic Progress Institute: Rhode Island Standard of Need Research Day Points to the Difficulties of Rhode Islanders Meeting Basic Needs — and the Solutions

Legislators, Economists & Subject Matter Experts Join to Discuss the Challenges Facing Rhode Islanders From The Economic Progress Institute: The Economic Progress Institute (EPI) joined today with legislative champion Rep. Arthur Handy and Dr. Christopher West, Executive Director of the African…

January 30, 2025

Press Release: ACLU Slams Brown University’s Ongoing Suspension of Pro-Palestinian Student Group; Calls For Immediate Reinstatement

From The Rhode Island Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): In a letter sent today to Brown University President Christina Paxson and other members of the University administration, the ACLU of Rhode Island and its student…

January 28, 2025

Black Lives Matter Rhode Island PAC President Tuttle Urges Pawtucket Compliance with RIACLU Proposed Immigration Protection Ordinance

Harrison Tuttle, President of Black Lives Matter RI PAC, addressed Pawtucket, Rhode Island Mayor Donald Grebien, and the Pawtucket, Rhode Island City Council today, in a letter urging the adoption of the ACLU Proposed Immigration Protection Ordinance. Per Mr….

January 28, 2025

Press Release: In Light of Trump Threats, ACLU Calls on Rhode Island in Light of Trump Threats, ACLU Calls on Rhode Island

From The Rhode Island Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): In response to the Trump Administration’s various attacks aimed at immigrants during the President’s first week in office, the ACLU of Rhode Island today urged municipal officials to…

January 28, 2025

Mayor Brett Smiley & Joe Wilson, Jr.: The Report-Life at Night in the Creative Capital (Speech & Report)

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley & Providence Department of Art, Culture & Tourism introduced a landmark analysis of the Capital City’s “5-9” economy, before a packed house at Crib, a nightclub on North Main Street. From the Office…

January 22, 2025

#FREED ROSS! He’s Free! A. Full. Pardon! Libertarian Party’s Promise Fulfilled: President Trump PARDONS Ross Ulbricht

President Trump Honors Commitment Made to Libertarian Party at National Convention A First Day Commutation Turns into A Second Day Pardon From The Libertarian Party: Washington DC, January 21, 2025 — President Donald Trump made a promise to the Libertarian…

January 18, 2025

Rhode Island Federal Delegation News: Congressman Gabe Amo to Serve as Vice Ranking Member of House Committee on Foreign Affairs

In a move that signaled his increasing influence on Capitol Hill, and within the Foreign Policy Community, Rhode Island Congressman Gabe Amo was elected to the office of Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, for the…

January 17, 2025

The Looming Bankruptcy of Prospect Medical Coalition Reporter: Rhode Island State Senator Jake Bissaillon (D1) Joins Pat Ford in a Conversation

Freshman Senator Jake Bissaillon, no stranger to the City Halls of Providence, or the corridors of the Rhode Island State House. has taken a leadership role in the affairs of newly bankrupt Prospect Medical, whose Roger Williams Medical Center…

January 15, 2025

Mayor Brett Smiley Announces School Board Appointments! Providence City Council to Vote Tomorrow Night

In a landmark announcement, Providence Rhode Island Brett Smiley announced his recommendations for filling the 5 vacant appointments to the Providence Public Schools Board. These appointments are subject to the approval of the Providence City Council. The…

January 15, 2025

Rhode Island State Representative Bennett Introduces Legislation to Raise Minimum Wage – Target? $20/Hour

From The Rhode Island General Assembly Rep. David A. Bennett has introduced legislation to increase Rhode Island’s minimum wage from $15 to $20 over a five-year period. The bill (2025-H 5029) would increase the minimum wage to $16 on…

January 15, 2025

ACLU of Rhode Island Lawsuit Halts Violation of Attorney-Client Privilege at State Prison

From the Rhode Island Branch of the American Civil Liberties Union: In a victory for government transparency and accountability, as well as protection of the sanctity of the attorney-client privilege, the RI Department of Corrections (RIDOC) has acknowledged its…

January 10, 2025

RIPTA Winter Service Changes To Take Effect Saturday, January 18, 2025

From The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority: RIPTA’s Winter Service Changes To Take Effect Saturday, January 18, 2025 Providence, Rhode Island…The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will implement winter service changes effective Saturday, January 18,…

Members of the Rhode Island General Assembly Urgently Call on Governor McKee to Issue Executive Order Declaring a Public Emergency

The Coalition reached out to a variety of legislators for reaction: “As someone who sat through hours of testimony from the Department of Housing when they were before House Finance-where we were told in no uncertain terms…

January 9, 2025

Do you remember Providence Mayor Smiley Announces Warming Centers For Upcoming Weekend Freeze! Feb 2023

Do you remember in 2023 we wrote about the freezing weather? Here is the link to the article Mayor Smiley Urges Residents to Prepare for Dangerous Cold Temperatures Thursday Through Saturday Night Providence Mayor Brett Smiley and Providence Emergency Management…

December 15, 2024

Infante Green Weighs In on RISE Academy Charter Change! Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Adds RISE Academy Question to Agenda

In a scheduling move that has even the most cynical Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) observer shaking their head, the Agenda for the influential Council on Elementary & Secondary Education was posted on 5:20 this evening (Friday) to…