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USA Today
06-02-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
The story of two undocumented immigrants in RI
The story of two undocumented immigrants in RI Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. There's been a lot of discussion about undocumented immigrants in the past couple of weeks. As one of the targets of President Donald Trump, the two-plus weeks since his inauguration have been filled with the rumors and reality of operations conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. While some of these operations may have been justified, the fear that has been created is very real. For some, entry into the United States wasn't about crime; it was about freedom and an opportunity to create a better life. They now wonder what's next for them. The Journal's Jonny Williams recently sat down with a pair of undocumented immigrants who came to Rhode Island for different reasons, but now share the same level of fear. Here's what they have to say about the current atmosphere and how they're handling it. • Bail bondsman Rudolph 'Rudy' Procaccianti is a frequent presence in Rhode Island courts, ready to pledge property as collateral to secure people's freedom as they await a criminal trial. Why did he recently find himself in front of a judge? The Journal's Katie Mulvaney explains what landed Procaccianti in trouble. • Several hundred anti-Trump demonstrators marched around the Rhode Island State House chanting, "Hey hey, ho, ho, Elon Musk has got to go." The Journal's Katherine Gregg reports on the protest that was part of a 50-state movement on Wednesday. • Feb. 11 is more than just another cold day in the shortest month of the year. Also known as 211 Day, the day serves as a reminder of the value of the 211 call service that connects Rhode Islanders with vital services. Westbay Community Action explains how the service plays a role in their organization. • Rhode Island high schools have fielded some incredible teams over the years, but sustaining excellence is a different matter. Which teams have done just that? The Journal's Eric Rueb took on the challenge and came up with his list of the 10 best high school sports programs in the state. More from The Providence Journal Find the latest obituaries here. Subscribers can read the eNewspaper here. WORTH A READ 🌏 'Sick joke, greedy heart, very valuable': 5 takeaways from Trump's radical Gaza plan 🤒 Is a 'quademic' swirling? What you should know about flu, RSV, COVID and norovirus ⚖️ New US attorney declines to rule out prosecuting MA governor, mayors surrounding immigration RHODY RANKS Every day we receive emails ranking Rhode Island. While the work behind the ranks may be dubious, they can be fun. Each day I'll share where Rhody Ranks from one of the latest emails. Which states have the most enviable labor laws? To answer this question, Bisnar Chase surveyed 3,000 employees, asking them one central question: 'Which state's labor laws do you most envy' Rhode Islanders overwhelmingly said they would want to adopt Oregon's labor laws in their state. ❄️ Cloudy and breezy; snow, then ice in the morning, 1-3", then areas of drizzle; rapidly deteriorating road conditions; expect slow and slippery travel. Highs in the mid-50s.
USA Today
05-02-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Has the redevelopment of the I-195 land been a success?
Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. I remember when I was making the daily commute to Fall River; I thought the moving of I-195 in Providence would never happen. The IWay wouldn't be a thing and of course, the constant work on the highway through Providence would never end. I wasn't completely wrong. Eventually, my drive took me over the new bridge and even more importantly, land in Providence was opened for development. More than a decade after a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the redevelopment of the land that was once a highway, there now stands housing, projects that created jobs, green space and even a Trader Joe's. Future projects include a food pavilion and mixed-use developments. Does what's filled the space signal that the effort has been a success? The Journal's Patrick Anderson looks back to determine if the redevelopment of the land that was once I-195 worked and if the state should consider replicating it. Here's what he found. • A recruiting effort claiming to be for "The Rhode Island Proud Boys" led some residents of Coventry to call town police out of concern for any local activity by the far-right extremist group The Journal's Katherine Gregg reports. • Count me among those who could eat pizza every day, and fortunately, in Rhode Island, there are plenty of options that not only offer delicious slices but lots of different styles. Journal food and dining editor Gail Ciampa offers a look at the many varieties available in Rhode Island and where to find some of the tastiest options. • The McKee administration had mixed news Tuesday on its efforts to recover from the massive cyberattack on its public assistance computer system and the seemingly botched award of a $15-billion Medicaid contract. The Journal's Katherine Gregg has the details on the latest from the state's work with Deloitte. • A popular downtown Providence restaurant is now for sale. You just need a little more than $2 million. More from The Providence Journal Find the latest obituaries here. Subscribers can read the eNewspaper here. WORTH A READ 🏚️ Climate risk will take trillion-dollar bite out of America's real estate, report finds 👔 At least 20,000 federal workers have taken Trump's buyout offer as deadline nears 🌿 Mass. marijuana affected by mold, yeast. Here's where it was sold RHODY RANKS Every day we receive emails ranking Rhode Island. While the work behind the ranks may be dubious, they can be fun. Each day I'll share where Rhody Ranks from one of the latest emails. A new study by French online casino comparison website analyzed Google search terms related to 40 reality TV shows, such as "Love Island" and "Below Deck," to identify the states most hooked by the programs. These searches were then scaled against local populations to form the ranking. According to the findings, Rhode Island is the fourth-most obsessed state with reality TV. 🌤️ Colder with intervals of clouds and sunshine. Highs in the low 30s.
USA Today
31-01-2025
- General
- USA Today
A day of sorrow in RI
A day of sorrow in RI Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. The news Wednesday night that a commercial airline and BlackHawk helicopter had collided, ending up in the Potomac River, was stunning. The images of first responders racing to the scene, but at the time, there was still hope in the unknown. By Thursday morning, hope turned into sorrow as the reality of the situation became clearer and here in Rhode Island it meant we had lost two of our own. From all accounts, Spencer Lane was a young man with a bright future. Expectations included participating in the Olympic games and his family described him as "a force of nature." His mother, Christine "exuded creativity throughout her life." Here in Rhode Island, we share the joy and pain of those across the state. Our small stature makes it easier to feel connected to everyone in the state even if we don't know them. Thursday was one of those days we shared in the pain. The Journal's Paul Parker captured the emotion as he spoke with a family friend and gathered the responses of local skating clubs, remembering the mother and son. • Rhode Island has a recycling problem and East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva is determined to get his constituents to start dealing with it. The Journal's Nish Kohli found out how he intends to do it. • A young shark, whose species is normally found in southern waters, is raising questions for researchers after its discovery off Charlestown in September of 2024. Just what was a spinner shark doing in Rhode Island waters? The Journal's Jack Perry reports on why researchers want to know the answer. • The fallout from the abrupt resignation earlier this week of the security chief at Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport continued Thursday with a union vote of "no confidence" in the airport management accused, by the departed security chief, of "incompetence." The Journal's Katherine Gregg has the latest on what's happening at the airport. • It's time to give Rhode Island a seat at the big boy table. Columnist John Rooke writes that the hiring of Rhody's own Liam Coen as head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars is the latest sign of the state's impact on professional sports. More from The Providence Journal Find the latest obituaries here. Subscribers can read the eNewspaper here. WORTH A READ 📰 'We are in mourning': President Trump mixes sympathy and politics as consoler-in-chief 🐦 New strain of bird flu found in California: Current status in maps 🚂 MBTA chief: South Coast Rail testing is over. These are the project's 'final steps' RHODY RANKS Every day we receive emails ranking Rhode Island. While the work behind the ranks may be dubious, they can be fun. Each day I'll share where Rhody Ranks from one of the latest emails. New data has revealed the most expensive state for college graduates to own a car and rent a one-bedroom apartment. The research was conducted by 0-60 Specs. It analyzed average annual gas expenses, full coverage insurance costs, the average new car price, and the average monthly rent in each state to determine the total cost of renting and driving. While Alaska was rated as the most expensive, Rhode Island was placed 45th in the nation. 🌧️ Not as cold with periods of rain. Highs in the low 40s.
