Rhode Island

Rhode Island

Rhode Island’s $50 Doctor Subscription Fee Sparks Debate on Healthcare Access and Costs

Rhode Island introduces doctor subscription fees and a new $50 health assessment, sparking debate on affordability, access, and the future…

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Rhode Island Payroll Debacle: The $95M Workday ERP Failure

An in-depth analysis of Rhode Island's troubled state employee payroll system, examining the technical failures, administrative mishaps, and the broader…

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St. Patrick’s Day in Rhode Island

Explore the rich traditions, parades, and cultural celebrations of St. Patrick’s Day in Rhode Island, where history and heritage come…

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Rhode Island’s 2026 Energy Crisis: Rising Oil Prices and the Push Toward Renewables

An in-depth analysis of Rhode Island's measures to address the 2026 surge in oil and gasoline prices, including historical context…

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How the Interstates Were Built Through Rhode Island: I‑95, I‑195, I‑295, and the Roads That Never Were

A detailed history and analysis of how Rhode Island's interstate system—featuring I‑95, I‑195, I‑295, and abandoned highway proposals—was planned, constructed,…

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Understanding Traffic in Providence: Causes, Challenges, and Solutions

An in-depth analysis of traffic in Providence, exploring its causes, impacts, and potential solutions for a more efficient transportation network.

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Rhode Island’s $95M Payroll System Meltdown and Leadership Fallout

Rhode Island’s $95M payroll upgrade caused pay errors, tax form mishaps, and leadership shakeups. Here’s how the crisis unfolded and…

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Rhode Island DMV Fees: A Legacy of Bureaucratic Burden

A critical analysis of Rhode Island's DMV fee structure and its impact on residents and the state's economy.

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Rhode Island’s Pothole Crisis: Climate, Infrastructure, and the Blizzard of 2026

The Lead: Rhode Island’s Road Woes Amid Rising Temperatures As Rhode Island transitions from winter to spring, residents are confronting…

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Rhode Island’s 2026 Blizzard: Fiscal Strain, Climate Lessons, and Community Impact

Historic 2026 blizzard strains Rhode Island’s snow removal budgets, forcing cities like Providence to seek federal aid and rethink winter…