Safety and environmental concerns after Washington Bridge demo in RI
A large portion of the condemned westbound Washington Bridge heading into Providence, Rhode Island, was demolished, and although the state says the demolition went according to plan, others have raised concerns,
'It's our money': Has Trump defunded RI's new Washington Bridge? What we know.
NORTH KINGSTOWN − The fate of $600 million in federal funding for Rhode Island highway projects, including the westbound Washington Bridge, is up in the air as President Donald Trump looks to halt spending on climate policies enacted by his predecessor Joe Biden.
Washington Bridge demolition prompts environmental concerns, OSHA inspection
The demolition of a large chunk of the condemned westbound Washington Bridge went "according to plan," according to RIDOT.
Alviti: OSHA inspecting Washington Bridge demolition after media attention
A spokesperson would not discuss specifics but said the purpose of the inspection is to determine if there were any violations of OSHA workplace safety standards.
RI delegation writes to Trump to keep Washington Bridge funding in place
The four members of the Rhode Island congressional delegation said a recent move from President Trump could delay billions of dollars of federal funding, including the $220 million needed to repair the Washington Bridge.
12 News Now: OSHA inspecting Washington Bridge demolition
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) told 12 News they are inspecting Washington Bridge demolition subcontractor J.R. Vinagro Corporation.
Community Focus: RIDOT Director Peter Alviti on the Washington Bridge and more
RIDOT Director Peter Alviti joined 12 News at 4 to talk more about the status of the demolition work on the Washington Bridge and more.
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Rhode Island’s congressional delegation is concerned about funding for more than 10 transportation projects, including $220m for the Washington Bridge. Late Monday, the Trump administration ...
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Shekarchi & Ruggerio Oversight on Washington Bridge - No Outside Expert, Witnesses Will Not Be Sworn
Legislative leaders Speaker Joe Shekarchi and Senate President Dominick Ruggerio announced this week that the General ...