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marijuana

Where Does Rhode Island Stand on Marijuana?

With legislation stalled at the state level, local officials are banking on medical marijuana.

Ellen Liberman

guns

Where Does Rhode Island Stand in the Gun Control Debate?

With impassioned advocates on both sides, the legislative tug-of-war starts afresh next month.

Ellen Liberman

census

Is Rhode Island Ready for the Census?

Billions of dollars and a congressional seat are on the line.

Ellen Liberman

small-farmers

Can Small Farmers Make It Big in Rhode Island?

The state is exploring programs that connect farmers with large-scale institutions.

Ellen Liberman

reporter

How Much is Too Much for Parents to Pay for a Field Trip?

As school fees for field trips and other exotic activities climb, who should pay?

Ellen Liberman

unions

Why Labor Unions Are Increasing Influence

Unions have found their mojo and public approval is climbing. What's behind it?

Ellen Liberman

betting

Legalized Sports Betting May Not Be a Sure Thing for Rhode Island

Relying on it to secure the state's bottom line is like throwing a Hail Mary.

Ellen Liberman

climate change

Can Development Laws Elevate Us Out of Sea Level Rise?

Up, up, up goes oceanfront real estate in Rhode Island.

Ellen Liberman

testing

Should RI Schools be Teaching to the Test?

The state aims to improve dismal scores and educational inequity with its third standardized test in five years.

Ellen Liberman

gentrification

How Has Gentrification Changed Providence?

Some neighborhoods are on the cusp of a turnover that favors well-heeled newcomers over longtime residents.

Ellen Liberman