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Rhode Island DMV Director Bud Craddock takes your calls and questions!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley joins Gene in studio for the first time since his primary loss in the recent Mayoral election. The Mayor also discusses schools, Joe Paolino, Kennedy Plaza, the Superman Building and your calls!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Dan McKee joins Gene Valicenti in studio for the first time since losing the Democratic Primary for Governor. Gene asks him for his post election thoughts and what is next for him in the coming months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan joined Gene today to talk about ICE operations being conducted across the city. Mayor Coogan says he's fine with ICE targeting criminals, but is concerned about migrants who have claimed asylum. The Fall River Mayor also talks about a persistent fire in a historic building downtown and the upcoming nor'easter.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gene obtained a letter sent from North Providence Mayor Charlie Lombardi to the Police and Fire Unions in the town over a dispute including the honor guard for a recent 9/11 ceremony. Mayor Charlie Lombardi, North Providence Fire Battalion Chief and North Providence Sargent Joseph Cole, joined Gene Monday to discuss what happened and the contractual requirements of both unions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell joins Gene Thursday morning to discuss the recent ICE raids occurring across the city. Mayor Mitchell discusses if these raids are targeting criminals or the broad illegal immigrant community. The New Bedford Mayor also discusses with Gene Emily the elephant at Buttonwoods Zoo and what the future is of the feature animal at the park.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When 9/11 hit New York, Cardi's Furniture and Mattress stepped up to help the first responders who were working day and night in the wake of the attack. Pete Cardi joined Gene this morning to talk about the $500,000 worth of supplies shipped in trucks to assist in the clean up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Providence Mayor Joe Paolino joined Gene Thursday morning to discuss the win by future Providence Mayor David Morales. Paolino talked with Gene about rent control, the future of busses at Kennedy Plaza, socialism infecting the Democratic party and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Providence has elected a new Mayor as David Morales defeated the incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley. What does that mean for law enforcement moving forward? Providence Police Union President Mike Imondi joined Gene Thursday morning to talk about the possible mass exodus of police officers in the wake of the election of Democratic Socialist, David Morales.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director Bud Craddock takes your questions on all things that have to do with the Rhode Island Registry.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kitchen appreciation fee. What is it? Rhode Island Hospitality Director Farouk Rajab talks to Gene about this added surcharge to your bill at certain restaurants in Rhode Island. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr joins Gene this morning to discuss his disappointment with the Zum school bus company's performance within the town. Mayor Polisena  met Wednesday with Johnston Superintendent Scott Sutherland to discuss potential solutions. Although Polisena has no direct authority over the school district or its transportation contract, he said he is making his concerns clear to school officials. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee joined Gene on Friday for the monthly Ask the Gov segment. Governor McKee shares his thoughts on whether or not Rep. Julie Casimiro should step down after moving to South Carolina, funding for the Superman building, the Democratic Gubernatorial primary and your calls! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texas based attorney Mark Lanier joined Gene on Wednesday to discuss the landmark decision against social media companies that will platforms like META pay 17 billion dollars to dozens of states. Lanier also talks about his latest role in the opioids case he is prosecuting in Ohio which includes Rhode Island based pharmacist, CVS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.