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Rhode Island is at the crossroads in the battle against the coronavirus. New Governor Dan McKee faces critical decisions on when to reopen the economy and how to manage the growing concerns about a third wave of infection.
The race against the COVID-19 variants is in jeopardy. Beyond the UK, South African and Brazilian variants have all been detected in the United States and others are emerging.
Governor Gina Raimondo PHOTO: GoLocal File GoLocal asked Governor Gina Raimondo’s office about the growing criticism of the state’s vaccination program — a program that is ranked 50th in the country. “Because of the targeted approach we’ve taken to reach those most at-risk of hospitalization and death, Rhode Island has seen a significantly higher reduction in hospitalizations compared to our neighboring states. From January to February, Rhode Island saw a 46% decline in hospitalizations, compared to a 32% decline nationally and a 22% average decline in our neighboring states,” sa...
Rose Weaver -- Always Innovating Acclaimed actress Rose Weaver has officially launched her innovative directory of black artists in Rhode Island, the "BlackArtists/RI Initiative." The venture is designed to bring online visibility, accessibility, and financial opportunity to black performing artists in Rhode Island. “Black performing artists have a lot to contribute to the Rhode Island economy, and it’s time that we plan, organize, influence, and impact our state at scale," said Weaver, President and CEO of Waterspill Junction, Inc. Phase one of the initiative is an interactive onli...
Gov. Gavin Newsom outlines his 2021-2022 state budget proposal during a news conference on Jan. 8, 2021. Credit: AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, Pool Gov. Gavin Newsom outlines his 2021-2022 state budget proposal during a news conference on Jan. 8, 2021. February 18, 2021 Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed cost-of-living adjustment for school districts — part of his $89.2 billion 2021-2022 education budget pending before the Legislature — could turn the tide for some cash-strapped districts that were bracing for budget cuts. In 2020, when California’s Department of Finance anticipated a major ...