The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS plan to merge
WEBNov 9, 2023 · Rhode Island’s two public media outlets, The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS, plan to merge, creating a single entity with nearly 100 employees and an expanded capacity to produce public-interest reporting, following a vote Wednesday in support of the change by the boards of both organizations. Supporters of the merger …
Coronavirus Coverage - Explore TPR
WEBMental Health Information. For immediate support, Rhode Island adults can call 401-414-LINK (5465). Kids and their caregivers can call 855- KID-LINK (543-5465). More information on this service is available here. “ Taking …
The Pulse - TPR: The Public's Radio
WEBJan 1, 2000 · A health blog written by reporter Lynn Arditi
Mosaic Podcast - Explore TPR
WEBMosaic is a podcast about immigration and identity, with a focus on the true, personal, and often unbelievable stories of immigrants and migrants living in New England. Featured Episodes EP.1 // SEASON 1 Listen Omar Bah Flees Gambia Gambian journalist Omar Bah flees his country. EP.1 // SEASON 2 Listen Balancing Act The coronavirus pandemic […]
2022 Elections - Explore TPR
WEBSpecial reporting 2022 Elections Political roundtable Voter Viewpoints One Square Mile 2022 ELECTION RESULTS: McKee, Magaziner win key races in Rhode Island Election night yielded big wins for Democrats in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Seth Magaziner stunned Republican Allan Fung and his supporters by winning the open seat in Rhode …
A member of Israel's war cabinet says he'll quit if there is no plan …
WEB3 hours ago · In his speech and in a letter to Netanyahu on Saturday, Gantz presented a six-point plan he demanded the prime minister adopt by June 8: Prioritizing the return of Israeli hostages from Gaza; returning Israeli civilians displaced by fighting near the restive Lebanon border to their homes by September; advancing a normalization deal for …
Ohio reviewing race-based scholarships after Supreme Court …
WEB9 hours ago · Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Sedric Granger, a recent graduate of Ohio University, said he’s leaving the school, and the ...
Bonus Q+A: Brandon Bell On Fixing Infrastructure, State Ethics, …
WEBFeb 12, 2016 · Republicans were in the forefront this week in leading opposition to the revised truck-toll bill. Brandon Bell became state GOP chairman last year.
Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Feb. 23, 2024
WEBFeb 23, 2024 · We will lose our minds …. Ian Donnis can be reached at idonnis@thepublicsradio.org. Tagged: Gannett media Sheldon Whitehouse Washington Bridge. Ian Donnis Political Reporter. idonnis@ripr.org. One of the state’s top political reporters, Ian Donnis joined The Public’s Radio in 2009. Ian has reported on Rhode …
FAQs about The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS Merger
WEBWhat is happening? The boards of The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS Foundation have voted to merge, proposing the creation of a new public media organization for Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.The next step is to seek regulatory approvals from the Federal Communications Commission, the state Attorney General, and the …
Property and Vehicle Donations - TPR: The Public's Radio
WEBVehicle Donations: Free up space in your garage or driveway while turning your unused vehicle into nonprofit local journalism! We accept cars, trucks, RVs (and some boats) in all conditions. Find out more and start the process by calling our vehicle donation hotline at 855-277-2346. Or, you can start the process online here.
U.S. drug deaths declined slightly in 2023 but remained at crisis ...
WEB3 days ago · The total number of fentanyl deaths actually declined modestly in 2023, dropping from 76,226 to 74,702. Meanwhile, fatal overdoses from psychostimulants (including methamphetamine) and cocaine, rose from 63,991 to 66,169. Because many fatal overdoses involve multiple street drugs, the number of deaths attributed to specific …
Highlights from Smiley’s balanced budget - The Public's Radio
WEBApr 18, 2024 · Providence Mayor Brett Smiley unveiled his proposed budget for 2025 on Wednesday evening, proposing a 3% increase from last year’s budget of $598.6 million. Although the budget, which the mayor says is balanced, will look fairly similar to last year’s, the mayor is proposing several notable changes, including funding the Providence …
NYPD breaks up pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University
WEBApr 18, 2024 · Columbia University president Minouche Shafik testified before a House committee Wednesday. On Thursday she urged NYPD officials to break up a pro-Palestinian protest on the campus in New York City. “Despite the University’s threats, the Gaza Solidarity Encampment will remain until Columbia University divests all finances, …
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