RI judge poised to block Trump's federal spending freeze. What to know.
The 23 state attorneys general involved in the suit will now draft a temporary restraining order, and the Trump administration will need to respond.
Rhode Island officials on guard as Trump tries to impose federal funding freeze
A Trump administration order to pause federal spending on Tuesday led to bureaucratic bedlam in Rhode Island and across the country as state government officials tried to assess the local impact of suddenly turning off federal spigots.
RI, Mass. join federal lawsuit seeking to block Trump funding freeze
The attorneys general of Rhode Island and Massachusetts joined four colleagues from other states Tuesday in filing a federal lawsuit that seeks to block the Trump administration’s freeze on federal-assistance funding,
Another judge could block Trump’s federal funding freeze
Despite White House rescinding a funding freeze memo, a US District Court judge said he is “worried about the effect to the people that the states represent and irreparable harm.”
Judge signals he will block Trump administration from freezing funding
A federal judge signaled he will issue a temporary restraining order barring the Trump administration from freezing federal loans and grants.
‘I agree with the states’: RI judge lets lawsuit against Trump funding freeze proceed
More than 23 states are seeking a temporary restraining order against the Trump administration over its effort to freeze federal funds.
Second federal judge preparing to slam the door on Trump’s 'hugely ambiguous' funding freeze
President Donald Trump may be about to strike out in a separate federal court — this time, concerning his administration's attempted 90-day freeze on federal grants and loans. Politico reported Wednesday that U.
RI Senate rejects resolution congratulating Trump on his 'historic victory.' Here's why
The resolution was defeated 21-14 after a trio of Senate Democrats denounced the culture of law-breaking and dehumanization ...
‘Eggflation’: Why Are Eggs So Expensive In RI, When Will Cost Go Down?
Bird flu showing up in more places, including dairy herds, in a long-lasting outbreak. Some experts say cheap eggs are a ...
Rhode Island may get its first LGBTQ location on the national historic register. Here's how.
PROVIDENCE – For the first time in Rhode Island, Providence is on track to add a designated LGBTQ+ landmark to the National ...
Longtime RI pension chief Frank Karpinski to retire
Frank Karpinski, executive director of the Employees Retirement System of Rhode Island, has informed General Treasurer James ...
Shell’s US unit acquires a Rhode Island power plant
The global energy company Shell has completed the acquisition of a power plant located just outside of Providence, which the ...
'It's our money': Has Trump defunded RI's new Washington Bridge? What we know.
NORTH KINGSTOWN − The fate of $600 million in federal funding for Rhode Island highway projects, including the westbound ...
Does former RI Gov. Gina Raimondo have a new gig? Here's what we found.
Fresh of her high-profile role as U.S. commerce secretary, Raimondo will join the Council on Foreign Relations.
Go inside the best basketball gym in all of Rhode Island
The Classical High School gym has a leaky roof and rickety bleachers but it pulses with Purple pride after a banner year.
RI is still a seller's housing market. Here's what to know.
Less inventory and an uptick in sales, despite interest rates near 7%, mark a seller's housing market in Rhode Island. The ...