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Rhode Island’s Credit Rating Upgraded to AA+ by Fitch

News Summary Rhode Island's creditworthiness has improved as Fitch Ratings upgraded the state's Long-Term Issuer Default Rating from 'AA' to…

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Rhode Island Sees $240 Million Economic Boost from Airbnb in 2024

News Summary In 2024, Airbnb contributed significantly to Rhode Island's economy, injecting $240 million and supporting around 3,000 jobs. The…

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Rhode Island House Democrats Propose $14.3 Billion Budget

News Summary Rhode Island House Democrats have introduced a $14.3 billion state budget focusing on healthcare funding and transit services,…

1 month ago

Rhode Island House Finance Committee Approves $14.3 Billion Budget

News Summary The Rhode Island House Finance Committee has approved a $14.3 billion budget proposal for the 2025-2026 fiscal year,…

1 month ago

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Announces Major Layoffs in Rhode Island

News Summary Vertex Pharmaceuticals has revealed plans to lay off 140 employees in Rhode Island as part of a restructuring…

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Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board Resigns Over Political Interference

News Summary The entire 12-member Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board has resigned, blaming political interference from the Trump administration. The board's…

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Military Troops Sent to Manage Immigration Protests

News Summary President Trump has deployed active-duty troops along the U.S.-Mexico border to manage escalating immigration protests, particularly in cities…

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Trump Sparks Debate with Partisan Speech at Military Base

News Summary President Trump delivered a controversial speech at Fort Bragg that has ignited debates over military neutrality. The event…

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Nationwide Protests Escalate Amid LA Curfew

News Summary Protests against ICE raids and federal troop deployments continue to spread across major U.S. cities, with Los Angeles…

1 month ago

Downtown L.A. Bars and Restaurants Struggle Amid Curfew and Protests

News Summary Downtown Los Angeles bars and restaurants are suffering significant losses amidst protests and an imposed 8 p.m. curfew.…

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