No, Rhode Island Didn't 'Accidentally' Decriminalize Prostitution
Decriminalization was the direct result of a lawsuit filed by sex workers in 1976.
Decriminalization was the direct result of a lawsuit filed by sex workers in 1976.
Third year in a row marijuana legalization legislation has been introduced
Dismissed 128 tickets, offering refunds to others; police to give warnings not citations for illegal parking
Repayments of loans connected to Curt Schilling's failed video game also source of debate
Greenleaf Compassionate Care Center of Portsmouth became the state's second medical marijuana dispensary in June
This is what happens when you make possession and use of marijuana a "civil offense"
A compact between several states will award their electoral votes to the popular vote once they have enough to secure the election
Couple that have been together for 41 years the first to get their license
Government's terrible record when it tries to pick winners and losers
Formerly a Republican, but currently independent
If they have regular contact with children
Lawmakers to give final nod today
Increases accountability and bans weapons
Ounce or less is a $150 fine
Expected to pass, but State Senate might be harder
Lawsuit also names for state economic development head
Rhode Island Police still investigating possible violations of state law
Admits to accepting gifts in exchange for handing out lucrative contracts
The mayor of Providence, Rhode Island cancelled a concert by The Who scheduled in 1979 because there was a stampede at a previous concert.
Councilors from Barrington have voted to consider following LA's example and ban plastic bags.
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