One week after a Rhode Island federal judge ruled Johnston’s attempted seizure of a 31-acre property for a proposed apartment complex was unlawful, its owners are asking the court to hold town officials in contempt as they still try to take the land. U.S. District Court Judge Melissa DuBose on Tuesday afternoon scheduled a show […]

U.S. District Court Judge Melissa DuBose on Tuesday ruled Johnston's attempt to seize land for a new town hall and public safety complex violated constitutional requirements, handing a victory to developers planning a 252-unit affordable housing project.