President Donald Trump has pardoned former national security adviser Michael Flynn, taking direct aim in the final days of his administration at a Russia investigation that he has long insisted was motivated by political bias. … MORE
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Rhode Island provides $100M in aid for businesses, jobless
Rhode Island will provide an additional $100 million in relief to businesses and residents expected to suffer during a two-week period of new restrictions starting Monday meant to control the current spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Gina Raimondo said Wednesday. … MORE
US jobless claims up for 2nd straight week as virus worsens
By PAUL WISEMAN, The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week for a second straight week to 778,000, evidence that the U.S. economy and job market remain under strain as coronavirus cases surge and colder weather heighten the risks. The Labor Department’s report Wednesday said that…… MORE
House coronavirus vaccine distribution task force created
Rhode Island House of Representatives Speaker-nominee K. Joseph Shekarchi has put together a House task force to help oversee the state’s implementation of coronavirus vaccine distribution. … MORE
3 new wind turbines approved for Providence waterfront
Three new power-generating wind turbines have been approved for the Providence waterfront. … MORE
Ex-hospital worker charged with sexually assaulting patient
A former behavioral health specialist at a psychiatric hospital in Rhode Island has been charged with sexually assaulting a juvenile patient, state police said in a statement. … MORE
Nursing home group wants more coronavirus testing
A nursing home trade group is calling for increased coronavirus testing of patients, doctors, nurses, and other people who come and go from Rhode Island’s nursing homes. … MORE
9 indicted in scheme to steal equipment from 4 states
Nine people have been indicted for their alleged roles in a theft ring that stole about $700,000 worth of excavators, boats, personal watercraft, all-terrain vehicles, and trailers from dealers in four New England states, federal prosecutors said Monday. … MORE
AP source: Biden taps ex-Fed chair Yellen to lead treasury
President-elect Joe Biden has chosen former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen to serve as treasury secretary, a pivotal role in which she would help shape and direct his economic policies. … MORE
Gresh’s Grades Week 10 – 11/22/20
Again, I CAN’T FIGURE this team out. If I am frustrated, imagine being Bill Belichick right now? His throwing down of the headset near the end of the first half is an apt image of how all Patriots fans are feeling. To be so close against Seattle, Denver, Buffalo, and now Houston and coming up…… MORE
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