In the last few mins, police have started removing people from the second floor of the RI State House while the governor delivers his State of the State address behind closed doors nearby. That’s Harrison Tuttle being taken downstairs here. Protestors continue to chant. WPRI 12

Rhode Island Capital Police prevented Rhode Islanders from using their First Amendment rights at yesterday’s People’s State of the State, per Governor Dan McKee orders. Here is the exchange:

Bill Bartholomew SteveAhlquist.Substack.com Two of the greats! Excited to listen.

Many members of the Gen Assembly have been calling for emergency action as the number of homeless RIers skyrockets. The GA has allocated >$119M for emergency shelter options. If a state of emergency helps streamline the process of making add'l resources available, I support it.

Important story from SteveAhlquist.Substack.com on the Providence Preservation Society's investigation into corporate landlords like Strive and the 02908 Club in the area around PC (cc: Marisa Angell Brown). open.substack.com/pub/steveahlqu…

After advocating for the deportation of undocumented Providence residents trying to peacefully live and make ends meet, Senator Jessica de la Cruz has NO business hosting a fundraiser in our city. We don’t welcome hate in Providence. Host your fundraiser elsewhere.

This is Rhode Island Democratic National Committeeman Joseph R. Paolino Jr criticizing yesterday’s powerful labor-organized anti-Musk protest at the Providence Tesla location—all because Tesla pays him rent. This is outrageous. Paolino should step down from his position immediately.

“In one fell swoop, this President is attempting to undermine elections and sidestep the Congress, and we’re not going to stand for it,” said Neronha. steveahlquist.substack.com/p/attorney-gen…

Providence City Council passes ordinance preventing the fining of unhoused people camping on public property "This ordinance commits the city to the bare minimum of basic compassion over misguided cruelty," said Councilmember Miguel Sanchez. steveahlquist.substack.com/p/providence-c…

"This Administration is unlawfully obstructing life-saving medical research grants with utter disregard for the health & safety of the American people," said AG Neronha. steveahlquist.substack.com/p/attorney-gen…

Representative Magaziner holds a town hall-style meeting in East Greenwich "These are difficult times. These are challenging times. I recognize that," said Representative Magaziner. "I’m doing my best to fight for Rhode Island and everyone here." steveahlquist.substack.com/p/representati…

“We want the opportunity to be able to learn more about each other’s cultures and lift them up," said Jesslynn Melendez, a former student at Central High School and a youth leader with OurSchoolsPVD. steveahlquist.substack.com/p/providence-s…

Thousands take to the streets of Providence to protest the Trump/Musk Administration "Thousands mobilized today because we stand united against Rhode Island being bought, sold, and gutted just so billionaires can get a few more tax breaks." steveahlquist.substack.com/p/thousands-ta…

"They’re making mistakes about our community’s health and safety, which will cost lives. Literally. This is not an academic exercise," said Senator Reed. "This is about people surviving." steveahlquist.substack.com/p/senator-reed…

"In my view, you can't negotiate with Trump. You can’t reason with him. You have to fight him. As long as we go into this with that mindset, we’ll come out on the other side. I’m confident of it." steveahlquist.substack.com/p/attorney-gen…

One of the first things [Pam Bondi told DOJ lawyers] is, "You can't use paper straws anymore." I'm not joking. They got a memo. No more paper straws. This is where the priorities are? steveahlquist.substack.com/p/attorney-gen…

Speaker Shekarchi and Councilmember Anderbois share the stage in Providence Though the event was about housing, the discussion was far and wide, with subjects such as healthcare, Hasbro, taxing the rich, and the chaos from Washington being discussed. steveahlquist.substack.com/p/speaker-shek…

Students advocate for Ethnic Studies at the Rhode Island State House Ethnic Studies is a deep dive into different ethnic backgrounds, not just their culture, but their history," said Julianna Espinal, an 11th grader at Classical High School. steveahlquist.substack.com/p/students-adv…

🧵1/ Before I unpack Mayor Brett Smiley’s statement and explain how we reached this point in the 8-Law saga, I’m asking you to share this thread. I’m relieved that the 8-Law “reform” bill (S 963 / H 5688) didn’t make it out of the Senate Housing and Municipal Government Committee. What’s

"My man, keep running your mouth my man, alright? You're gonna find yourself in fucking jail man." On Thursday, 11 city councilors called on Providence Police to release the body cam footage from the July 4 West Friendship Street incident. They just did. Watch for yourself.