Governor Ned Lamont today announced that three significant tax relief measures will take effect in Connecticut at the start of 2024, and among them are the largest income tax reduction ever enacted in state history, an increase in a tax credit targeting the lowest-income workers, and an expansion[Read More…]
Compelling Ukrainian Civilians to Serve in Russian Armed Forces a War Crime Human Rights Watch: Russian authorities continue to conscript Ukrainian civilians in occupied areas or otherwise try to forcibly enlist them, including those in detention, into the Russian military, Human Rights Watch said today. Russia’s practice of compelling Ukrainian residents[Read More…]
Political Connections Grease The Way Out of Pawtucket Financial Moonscape Remember that “Sit In” last Friday? “That moment when the head of a RI State Quasi won’t return your phone call. So you take a seat in the Office. And Wait.” Here, as they used to say, is[Read More…]
Authorities Should Deter Attacks, Prioritize Accountability Election-related violence across the Democratic Republic of Congo risks undermining general elections scheduled for December 20, 2023. Congolese authorities need to act urgently to prevent violence around the election to stop a dangerous situation from getting even worse. Political parties and candidates should publicize[Read More…]
Malas Mañas: White House Press Briefing by Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre & John Kirby (12/14/23) Administration-Wide Action Taken in Coordination with Government of Mexico Treasury Sanctions Human Smuggling and Drug Trafficking Organization Operating on Southwest Border From The US Treasury Department:[Read More…]
A Few Notes: In order to get this information to our community, we have presented this raw data “dump”. Allow time for larger files to load. Patience is a virtue! This is a working document, so check back for updates! We will be working diligently to provide context and[Read More…]
Statement Issued by BLM PAC RI The BLM RI PAC commends the city of Pawtucket for reaching an agreement that led to the ultimate termination of Officer Daniel Dolan, however, this deal is a stark reminder that its’ necessity raises questions about the lack of confidence in the ability of[Read More…]
Despite Pawtucket City Administration & Media assurances to the contrary, it appears that a wide swath of Pawtucket School Department Employees remains unpaid as of this writing, Saturday November 18th, at approximately 12:45. Pawtucket City Hall normally closes on Fridays at 12:30. Teachers & Staff have been unable[Read More…]
FLASH! IS A LEOBOR DEAL IN THE WORKS FOR PAWTUCKET POLICE OFFICER / CHILD SHOOTER PAWTUCKET POLICE OFFICER DANIEL DOLAN? WILL HE BE ALLOWED TO RETIRE IN EXCHANGE FOR …. ? WOULD A “RETIREMENT” or “RESIGNATION” ALLOW DOLAN TO WORK AS A POLICE OFFICER ELSEWHERE? Rumors[Read More…]
Gaza: Communications Blackout Imminent Due to Fuel Shortage Israel Should End Blockade, Restore Services The Israeli government’s decision to bar delivery of fuel to Gaza will trigger a complete communications blackout imminently if not urgently addressed, further endangering the lives of Gaza’s population, Human Rights Watch said today. Israel should allow desperately[Read More…]
FLASH! Providence Mayor Smiley Announces Tax Amnesty Program for Motor Vehicles & Tangible Taxes 
Boardroom Videos & Termination Letter: The Sad Final Day of RIPTA CEO Scott Avedisian’s Tenure 
Human Rights Watch & The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees: Sudan-One Year of Atrocities Requires New Global Approach (Video-UNHCR: 1 Year Since War Has Broken Out) 
Rhode Island Democratic Socialists Celebrate Formal Designation of Rhody Democratic Convention Delegate As “Uncommitted” 
Breaking! Smiley Administration: City of Providence, Providence Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 3 Reach Tentative Five-Year Agreement 
Sixty-Day Amnesty Program Waives Interest for Eligible Taxpayers Residents of La Prov! An opportunity to “get right” with those fine folks at Providence City Hall. And yes, we’ve got questions. We’ll be reaching out to Mayor Smiley’s Office to get additional details …. From The Office of[Read More…]
On March 26, members of RIBLIA: The Rhode Island Black, Latino, Indigenous, Asian-American and Pacific Islander Caucus met in the Rhode Island Senate “Lounge”, to announce priorities surrounding the “reformation” of the Law Enforcements Officers’ Bill of Rights (LEOBOR) and set forth an Agenda for the[Read More…]
Sudan: One Year of Atrocities Requires New Global Approach Investigations into Deliberate Aid Obstruction, War Crimes Needed As global and regional leaders meet in Paris to spotlight Sudan and mark the one-year anniversary of the country’s brutal conflict between Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF), they should[Read More…]
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