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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue USPS over unlawful attempt to

LPR News August 26, 2026

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of 25 states in filing a lawsuit against the United States Postal Service (USPS) challenging its new rule that purports to grant USPS the authority to regulate mail voting in elections. Tens of millions of voters across the country rely on mail-in ballots, and the coalition argues USPS’s rule […]Read More

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Secretary of State Amore, Attorney General Neronha Remind Voters of

LPR News August 26, 2026

PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Attorney General Peter F. Neronha are today, on the first day of early voting for the statewide primary, reminding Rhode Islanders of important resources as they exercise their right to vote. The RI Department of State and Office of the Attorney General maintain a “Know Your […]Read More

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Providence Public Schools Welcomes Students for 2026-27 School Year Following

LPR News August 26, 2026

Providence, RI – The Providence Public School District (PPSD) welcomed students back for the 2026-27 school year on Tuesday, August 25, marking the first full academic year since the district’s transition back to local control on July 1, 2026. This milestone follows years of measurable progress under state intervention, including rebounding assessment scores, record-high graduation rates, and […]Read More

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De La Comunidad Bilingual Public Charter School Files Motion for

LPR News August 20, 2026

The school says it was intentionally and unlawfully targeted by Governor Dan McKee, House Speaker Christopher Blazejewski, Senate President Valarie Lawson and the Council on Elementary and Secondary Education. PROVIDENCE, RI – De La Comunidad Bilingual Charter Public School filed a motion Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island asking […]Read More

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Governor McKee, Commissioner Infante-Green Commend Rhode Island High Schools as

LPR News August 20, 2026

National recognition reflects continued progress across Rhode Island’s education system PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee and Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green today commended Rhode Island’s students, educators, school leaders, and families following the release of the 2026-2027 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings, which ranked Rhode Island 8th in the nation. The rankings are based on the […]Read More