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A second federal judge has ruled to block the Trump administration's spending freeze
U.S. District Judge John McConnell Jr. said the attempt to pause trillions in federal spending "fundamentally undermines the distinct constitutional roles of each branch of our government."
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Attorney General Neronha says court order will temporarily prevent cutting of medical research funds
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha provides an update on the sale of Narragansett Electric, Monday, May 23, 2022. (WLNE file image) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Attorney General Peter Neronha said a coalition of attorney generals secured a preliminary injunction in Massachusetts v.
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Federal judge hears arguments to decide the future of Trump's federal funding freeze
The case, brought by attorneys general in 22 states and the District of Columbia, represents a pivotal test for the administration as it pursues a dramatic review of government spending priorities.
March Madness is nearly here; what are the chances for Rhode Island's teams
Bryant University's men's team has a chance to secure an NCAA Tournament berth with an America East title. The University of Rhode Island's women's team could be a surprise contender in the Atlantic 10 tournament. Providence College's men's and women's teams are unlikely to make deep tournament runs due to injuries and tough competition.
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Southern Maine Ends RIC Women’s Hoops Little East Reign In Semifinals
Senior guard Madison Medbury (Scituate, R.I.) scored 16 points and dished out five assists in the final game of her career as No. 2-seeded Rhode Island College fell to No. 3-seeded Southern Maine, 71-57,
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Trump Administration spars with states over funding freeze in Providence federal court
The latest skirmish in the battle over federal funding to states took place in federal court in Providence on Friday. Lawyers representing a coalition of states — including Rhode Island, Massachusetts,
Maine’s New England wrestling championship qualifiers
Mt. Blue and Edward Little both qualified three for the New England Championships, which are March 8-9 in Providence, Rhode Island. Here are Maine’s qualifiers, listed in order of finish: 106 —Preston Garland (Mt. Blue), Clayton McPheters (Mattanawcook), Remington Grunhuvd (Massabesic).
Scattered, light showers to continue through the commute home
A quick-moving storm continues to move through New England from the Great Lakes this morning, draping a warm and cold front across the region and spreading light snow. Boston and most of Massachusetts and Rhode Island will see steady light rain with scattered showers in the afternoon as temperatures warm up, returning closer to 50 degrees.