December 10, 2008
Attorneys seek records in detainee death
An attorney for the family of a man who died while in custody in Rhode Island says jail officials have refused to release records he needs to find people who may have seen the man being mistreated.
December 09, 2008
Hearing on release of records in R.I. detainee death
Attorneys will argue in superior court over the release of medical records in the case of a detainee who died from cancer while in custody in R.I.
December 03, 2008
ACLU criticizes immigration order at hearing
The ACLU criticizes Gov. Don Carcieri’s immigration order at a hearing Wednesday.
November 18, 2008
Textile factory owner to pay workers who sued
A factory owner who tried to cut corners with illegal workers will pay $850,000 in back wages.
November 12, 2008
Judge rules Carcieri not in contempt
A judge rules that Gov. Don Carcieri took the appropriate steps to implement immigration checks.
November 10, 2008
Hearing delayed in immigration case
A court hearing in an immigration crackdown case is postponed.
November 03, 2008
ACLU accuses Carcieri of ignoring order
The American Civil Liberties Union wants Gov. Don Carcieri held in contempt of court for not seeking public comment before implementing an executive order cracking down on illegal immigrants.
Plant owner makes plea in immigration case
The owner of a leather-goods factory in New Bedford pleads guilty.
October 22, 2008
Storeowner makes amends in discrimination case
A Providence storeowner accused of discriminating against a customer makes amends.
Owner of janitorial service pleads guilty
A janitorial contractor pleads guilty in a federal immigration case.
October 10, 2008
R.I. Bishop: Immigration legislation a good idea
Rhode Island’s Roman Catholic bishop says federal lawmakers are taking a step in the right direction by proposing legislation that protects the rights of U.S. citizens and legal residents who get caught up in immigration enforcement raids.
October 01, 2008
Storeowner apologizes for asking for ID cards
The owner of a plumbing supply store has signed an apology for asking Spanish-speaking customers for their Social Security numbers.











