WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01), the top-ranking Democrat on the House Antitrust Subcommittee, issued the following statement today: «When working people pay their internet bill, they’re buying access to the full internet at the speed they pay for. Today’s decision by the Republican-controlled Federal Communications Commission ends the era of the open […]readmore
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01), the top-ranking Democrat on the House Antitrust Subcommittee, issued the following statement today: «Another day, another mega-merger. Disney’s proposed purchase of 21st Century Fox threatens to put control of TV, movie, and news content into the hands of a single media giant.» «If it’s approved, this merger […]readmore
Colonel Ann C. Assumpico, Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police and Director of the Department of Public Safety, announces that thousands of dollars in toys and gift cards were collected during this year’s Kids, Cops and Christmas campaign. Major Christopher Dicomitis, who oversees the campaign, said this is the 10th year that Rhode Island […]readmore
CRA resolution would restore robust net neutrality protections and the Open Internet Order WASHINGTON, DC — Today, moments after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to kill net neutrality, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) joined with Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA) in unveiling a plan to use the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to effectively […]readmore
• Check the weather. Before going out for the night or travelling to visit family and friends, check the weather at home and at your destination to learn of potential weather conditions that could impact travel – especially if snow, sleet and freezing rain are in the forecast. • Allow extra time. With more people […]readmore
Colonel Ann C. Assumpico, Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police and Director of the Department of Public Safety, announces that additional troopers will be on patrol through the holidays as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over highway safety campaign. In addition, Rhode Island State Police are joining other State Police and […]readmore
WASHINGTON, DC – Today marks the five-year anniversary of the deadly mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Five years after this unspeakable tragedy, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) is urging Congress to take action to prevent gun violence and lift the ban on federal research into gun violence: “Today, we remember […]readmore
Governor Gina Raimondo, Foster Forward, Ocean State Job Lot and other generous sponsors Gather to distribute gift to Rhode Island’s foster community. For years, Job Lot and its partners have brought holiday joy to teens in foster care, group homes and shelters by providing gifts during the holiday season. Invited children and families receive toys, […]readmore
Providence Children’s Museum will feature Len Cabral, an internationally renowned author who through his creative and lively performances transports audiences into his stories. This performance will take place on Friday, December 15, 2017 during our “MetLife Family Friday- Free at Five” from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. The Museum will be open free to everyone […]readmore
Senators urge FCC to abandon short-sighted plan to repeal net neutrality and jeopardize a free and open Internet for all WASHINGTON, DC – With the Trump Administration gearing up to repeal net neutrality this week, U.S. Senator Jack Reed is urging the Administration to keep the Internet open, free, and with equal access for all. […]readmore