Latest Fact-Checks By John Hill

"You don’t see Norway losing population, and its taxes are astronomical."

"Of all cities in the United States with more than 100,000 people, Providence is the 183rd safest."

"Rhode Island’s teen binge drinking rate is double the national average."

The town of Cumberland has "its highest bond rating in history."

"Only 25 percent of what people buy is subject to Rhode Island’s sales tax."

"Under Mayor Cicilline, [Providence] was a sanctuary city."

"Test scores had gone up steadily for 40 years until No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top."    

If sea levels rise six feet due to climate change, Waterplace Park in Providence and Wickford village would be swamped

"Even Roger Williams National Memorial in my home state of Rhode Island attracted nearly 51,000 visitors in 2011, with non local visitors adding more than…

"Eleven states complete their [legislative] sessions within three calendar months, and another five only meet biennially."

"Did U know? Block Island Wind Farm would mean 40% est. drop in BI electric rates."

"The five economic indicators that the federal government tracks - for the first time since August 2006 - were positive this October."