Rhode Island Protest News

Controversy Erupts Over Land Seizure for Public Facilities in Johnston, R.I.

News Summary A controversial land seizure in Johnston, R.I. has sparked local outrage as the town plans to take a…

1 day ago

Nurses at Rhode Island Hospital Authorize Strike Amid Contract Dispute

News Summary Members of the United Nurses and Allied Professionals (UNAP) Local 5098 have authorized a strike at Rhode Island…

2 days ago

Rhode Island Delays Decision on Proposed Bottle Bill Legislation

News Summary Rhode Island has postponed a decision regarding a proposed bottle bill that would impose a 10-cent refundable deposit…

2 weeks ago

Thousands Participate in Rhode Island’s ‘No Kings Day’ Protests

News Summary On June 14, Rhode Island saw thousands rally against the Trump administration during the 'No Kings Day' protests,…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island Residents Demand Tax Increase for Wealthy

News Summary On May 29, 2025, around 150 advocates rallied outside the Rhode Island State House to call for a…

1 month ago

Butler Hospital Workers Continue Strike for Better Wages

News Summary Unionized workers at Butler Hospital in Providence have been on strike for over a week, demanding better wages…

1 month ago

Legislation Introduced for Non-Profit Executive Pay Transparency

News Summary Rhode Island State Representative Patricia Serpa has introduced legislation aimed at improving transparency in the salaries of non-profit…

2 months ago

Rhode Island Communities Rally Against Motorboat Tax Bill

News Summary Rhode Island's boating and fishing community is opposing House Bill H-6256, which proposes eliminating tax exemptions for motorboats.…

2 months ago