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Published on Feb 15, 2025

Early morning power outage at Rhode Island Hospital

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Brown University Health said a power outage at Rhode Island Hospital Saturday morning put the hospital on diversion. A spokesperson said that an electrical feed from Rhode Island Energy to Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children …

Source: WLNE - Rhode Island - Label Pending
Published on Feb 15, 2025

Power issue leads to diversion at Rhode Island Hospital

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — A power issue Saturday morning led Rhode Island Hospital to divert some patients to other area hospitals Saturday morning. According to a spokesperson from Brown University Health, a dip in power from the electrical feed to both …

Source: WJAR - Rhode Island - Label Pending
Published on Feb 14, 2025

Governor McKee, First Lady Announce New Application Period for Spring 2025 Litter-Free Rhode Island Microgrants

Published on Friday, February 14, 2025 PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee, First Lady Susan McKee, and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) announced a new round of available microgrants for spring cleanups as part of the …

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Published on Feb 14, 2025

Rhode Island judge presiding over Trump freeze case is no stranger to criticism

A federal judge in Rhode Island is making national headlines after he halted President Donald Trump's federal funding freeze. And he's drawn the ire of Trump allies by doing so. Trump confidant Elon Musk posted on X on Wednesday that McConnell …

Source: WJAR - Rhode Island - Label Pending
Published on Feb 14, 2025

Rhode Island lawmakers push for assault weapons ban, junk fee prohibition

Rhode Island lawmakers are tackling a range of issues with new bills introduced this week, covering gun control, consumer protection, probate avoidance, and more. A bill to ban assault weapons, including certain semi-automatic firearms, has been introduced …

Source: What's Up Newp - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on Feb 14, 2025

TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Feb.14, 2025

Spring is drawing closer and — huzzah! — the Sox suddenly look much better. You can follow me through the week on Bluesky, threads and X. Here we go. *** Want to get my column in your inbox every Friday? Just sign up right here. *** 1. STORY OF THE WEEK: …

Source: The Public's Radio - Rhode Island - Public Broadcaster
Published on Feb 14, 2025

Who has power? State lawmakers take on Rhode Island Energy as utility bills and frustrations soar

Fueled by constituent concerns over rapidly rising — and more unpredictable — gas and electric bills, Rhode Island lawmakers are cranking the heat up on the state’s primary utility operator. Leading the charge is Rep. Megan Cotter, an Exeter Democrat, who …

Source: Rhode Island Current - Label Pending
Published on Feb 15, 2025

Zelenskyy's warning about Ukraine's future: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. Happy Friday and happy Valentine’s Day to …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Feb 14, 2025

On Your Dime: Thousands of Rhode Island state workers aren't in the office 5 days a week

(WJAR) — Weeks after President Donald Trump ordered federal workers back to the office, the NBC 10 I-Team has learned Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee is reviewing remote and hybrid policies for state workers. This comes after the I-Team uncovered over 2,200 …

Source: WJAR - Rhode Island - Label Pending
Published on Feb 14, 2025

Rhode Island lawmaker proposes study of public utilities amid rising energy bills

As some Rhode Island Energy customers report higher than normal energy bills, one lawmaker is seeking to explore publicly owned utilities as a possible solution. "Folks right now are having to make really hard decisions, whether they're going to …

Source: WJAR - Rhode Island - Label Pending
Published on Feb 13, 2025

University of Rhode Island achieves prestigious Carnegie R1 status, ascends to top tier of U.S. research universities

The University of Rhode Island has earned an R1 classification in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. URI is one of only two Rhode Island universities to earn the R1 distinction which signifies very high research activity. (URI …

Source: The University of Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on Feb 15, 2025

URI public relations professor says actions speak louder than words when companies respond to social, political issues

KINGSTON, R.I. – Feb. 14, 2025 – While the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2010 landmark Citizens United decision found that corporations were to be treated as individuals, for purposes of free speech, companies taking a stand on religious or social issues isn’t a …

Source: The University of Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on Feb 13, 2025

Rhode Island Judge Denies Trump Admin’s Request to Allow Spending Freeze

President Donald Trump’s plan to freeze federal spending while reviewing government expenditures received another setback Wednesday, as a federal judge in Rhode Island ruled against the administration’s request to allow the payment pause to continue. Judge …

Source: NTD - Right-wing
Published on Feb 13, 2025

Governor McKee Leads Push for Assault Weapons Ban in Rhode Island

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, joined by top state officials and gun safety advocates, is urging lawmakers to pass an assault weapons ban during this year’s legislative session. The proposal, included in McKee’s FY26 budget, aims to prohibit the sale, …

Source: Newport Buzz - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on 17:44 GMT

House Republicans plot impeachment against judges blocking Trump, DOGE

A few House Republicans are pledging to bring up impeachment articles against federal judges who have blocked Trump administration actions, including those of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), backing up tech billionaire Elon Musk’s call for …

Source: KTSM - Texas - Neutral
Published on 18:34 GMT

Conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair claims she gave birth to Elon Musk's 13th child

The Babylon Bee's Ashley St. Clair discusses the declining birth rate in America and the growing trend of being unmarried without kids on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime.’ Conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair claims that she gave birth to a child fathered …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on 15:46 GMT

Alaska lawmakers hear opening remarks for proposed agriculture department

Alaska lawmakers heard a proposal for a new state agriculture department for the first time on Wednesday, even as they considered a resolution to disprove Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s executive order to stand one up. Dunleavy announced his goal to create a new …

Source: Fairbanks Daily News Miner - Alaska - Neutral
Published on 12:22 GMT

Why Bother? - Ken Block

Sunday, February 16, 2025 Ken Block, Guest MINDSETTER™ View Larger + RIDOT Director Peter Alviti Joint Hearing House Committee on Oversight and Senate Committee on Rules, Government Ethics & Oversight: 2-13-2025 This past week, the Rhode Island …

Source: GoLocalProv - Rhode Island - Label Pending
Published on 13:10 GMT

Bob Cembrola: USS Revenge and Oliver Hazard Perry

In May of 2006, I got a call from Craig Harger and Charlie Buffum of Conneticut. They had just visited me at Naval War College (NWC) to attend my elective class, “Shipwrecks and Naval History,” and had apparently decided that I was not a stuffy and self- …

Source: What's Up Newp - Rhode Island - Neutral

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 20:28 GMT

NCRI-US Commends U.S. Congress for Resolutions Calling For “Snapback” Sanctions on Iran’s Regime

With the October deadline looming, NCRI-US calls on European leaders to act decisively and reinstate comprehensive sanctions to halt Iran’s nuclear escalation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The following …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:45 GMT

National Women in Agriculture Association Demands Federal Support Requesting URGENT Historic White House Meeting

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Women in Agriculture Association (NWIAA) are proposing to convene a critical meeting at the White House on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, to address the ongoing …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 18:29 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Urges U.S. Senate To Approve HALT Fentanyl Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley joins 24 other Attorneys General in asking the U.S. Senate to pass the HALT Fentanyl Act …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 22:20 GMT

California, other states sue over Elon Musk’s virtually ‘unchecked’ power in White House

California joined more than a dozen other states Thursday in suing the Trump administration over Elon Musk’s informal role as the president’s personal budget advisor, denouncing as unconstitutional the tech billionaire’s assumed authority to slash at the …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 02:15 GMT

Attorney General Bird Urges U.S. Senate to Pass HALT Fentanyl Act that Ends the Copycat Fentanyl Loophole and Saves ...

DES MOINES—Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird today co-led 25 states in urging the U.S. Senate to pass the HALT Fentanyl Act, which will end the copycat fentanyl loophole and save American lives. Since 2018, fentanyl has killed nearly as many Americans as …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 22:25 GMT

White House EO establishes Make America Healthy Again Commission

President Trump Feb. 13 signed an executive order establishing the Make America Healthy Again Commission, to be chaired by Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The commission is tasked with “investigating and addressing …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on February 12, 2025 - 07:00 GMT

Commissioner George Mentz Appointed Judge for ABA American Bar Association - Mentz is a Former White House Commissioner

Commissioner George Mentz Appointed and Serves as Judge for 2024-2025 ABA Mediation Competition - Mentz is a Former White House Trump Commissioner COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hon. George Mentz, a …

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Published on February 12, 2025 - 04:19 GMT

White House announces tariffs on steel and aluminum imports

The Trump administration yesterday announced it issued executive orders authorizing 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. Importantly, both steel and aluminum are used broadly for medical devices such as surgical instruments, prosthetics, implants …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 23:06 GMT

Todd "TJ" Stein Announces Campaign Kickoff for District Leader AD 76, Part A, and Appearance on Cheryl Wills' In Focus

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Todd "TJ" Stein, candidate for District Leader in Assembly District 76, Part A, is excited to announce the official kickoff of his campaign, marking a pivotal moment …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Dr. John Akinyemi to Release New Book 'Sixty-Two Years Later'

"Sixty-Two Years Later" reflects on the author's journey since 1963, urging appreciation for America's opportunities for immigrants seeking their dreams. BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 01:13 GMT

Data Foundation Statement on Changes to Federal Evaluation Activities

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation continues to monitor significant changes occurring in federal evaluation and evidence-building activities that affect programs serving millions of …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 23:00 GMT

BioCellgraft Delivers the World's First Injectable Oral Tissue Advancing Therapy to Treat Unmet Gum and Bone Concerns

Demand for OraFyl Prompts BioCellgraft and Celularity to Expedite their Strategic Planning Process for Formal Commercial Launch Date Leading to Product Access NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BioCellgraft, Inc …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 21:33 GMT

Data Foundation Launches SAFE-Track: New Anonymous, Encrypted Portal to Document Federal Data and Evidence Changes

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation today announced the launch of SAFE-Track (Secure Anonymous Federal Evidence, Data and Analysis Tracking), a new secure, encrypted portal that enables …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 20:28 GMT

NCRI-US Commends U.S. Congress for Resolutions Calling For “Snapback” Sanctions on Iran’s Regime

With the October deadline looming, NCRI-US calls on European leaders to act decisively and reinstate comprehensive sanctions to halt Iran’s nuclear escalation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The following …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 05:48 GMT

Saint Vincents Catholic Medical Centers of New York Agrees to Pay $29M to Resolve Alleged False Claims Act Violations

SVCMC Inc., formerly known as Saint Vincents Catholic Medical Centers of New York (Saint Vincent), has agreed to pay $29 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by knowingly retaining erroneously inflated payments received from …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 17:47 GMT

Global Empowerment Mission Delivers Aid to California Wildfire Survivors with BStrong Cash Cards and Community Support

Empowering Communities Through Relief and Partnerships LOS ANGELES , CA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to disaster relief and long-term …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 17:02 GMT

NEW COLLEGE ANNOUNCES 2025 SOCRATIC STAGE SERIES: A NATIONAL FORUM FOR FREE SPEECH, DEBATE, AND CIVIL DISCOURSE

Russell Brand, Tom Homan, Alan Dershowitz, Dr. Judith Butler & more take New College’s stage to discuss today’s most complex and pressing issues. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New College of Florida, …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 04:28 GMT

DLE NEWS RELEASE – Warning Public of Latest Phone Scam 2025

DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT Ka ʻOihana Hoʻokō Kānāwai JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA MIKE LAMBERT DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE SHERIFF IMPERSONATORS, EXTORTION SCAM ALERT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2025 HONOLULU – Recurring Sheriff …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 04:28 GMT

DLNR News Release-Woman Cited for Entering Sacred Falls State Park

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON WOMAN CITED FOR ENTERING SACRED FALLS STATE PARK FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 14, 2024 …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 04:27 GMT

HDOA News release on sea snake found ashore

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ʻOIHANA MAHIʻAI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA SHARON HURD CHAIRPERSON HAWAIʻI BOARD OF AGRICULTURE DEAN M. MATSUKAWA DEPUTY TO THE CHAIRPERSON HAWAIʻI BOARD OF AGRICULTURE …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 04:27 GMT

News Release – DOH Reopens Paradise Supermart Fast Food & Catering

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, M.D., MGA, MPH DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE DOH REOPENS PARADISE SUPERMART FAST FOOD & CATERING FOR IMMEDIATE …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 04:27 GMT

DLNR News Release-Releasing Mosquitoes to Help Kaua’i’s Forest Birds

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON RELEASING MOSQUITOES TO HELP KAUA‘I’S FOREST BIRDS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 14, 2025 …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 04:27 GMT

DLNR News Release – Adaptive Ocean Sports Program Receives Ala Wai Space for Storage and Parking

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON ADAPTIVE OCEAN SPORTS PROGRAM RECEIVES ALA WAI SPACE FOR STORAGE AND PARKING FOR IMMEDIATE …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:21 GMT

TravelingWiki CEO Jonathan Sutter Named “Most Prominent Aviation Exec (&) Leading Expert (for) Autism...at US Airports”

Microsoft’s CoPilot names Jonathan Sutter, CEO TravelingWiki, as “Most Prominent Aviation Executive" and “Leading Expert" for "Autism Resources at US Airports." LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:10 GMT

FLEOA Realizes Record Membership Growth in 2024, Continued Growth in Early 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) reported that the organization experienced unprecedented growth in 2024, and membership rates are continuing to soar …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:08 GMT

State of Black Shreveport 12th Annual Symposium, Economic Summit and Awards Luncheon Culminates this Weekend

State of Black Shreveport Annual Awards Luncheon will recognize community leaders, businesses, and Shreveport sports icons SHREVEPORT, LA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The State of Black Shreveport (SOBS), a community …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 16:02 GMT

The Hard Asset Money Show with Christian Briggs Providing In-Depth Coverage of Global Economic Developments

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Hard Asset Money Show, hosted by Christian Briggs, continues to offer timely analysis of market forces and geopolitical events shaping today’s financial landscape. New episodes …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

GOD BLESS THE USA BIBLE CELEBRATES THE BIBLICAL HISTORY OF PRESIDENT’S DAY

GodBlessTheUSABible.com Offers Special Editions of KJV Bibles NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every year, Americans enjoy a long weekend in honor of President’s Day, but did you know that the holiday wasn’t …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 07:41 GMT

Gramlich’s Warning on the Subprime Mortgage Crisis and Its Relevance Today

For many years before his death in 2007, Edward (Ned) Gramlich was my next-door neighbor. Ned was a nationally respected economic expert who taught the subject for two decades at the University of Michigan. As with most who spend time in Ann Arbor, …

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