Today’s Top Stories: The Mueller report doesn t change minds in R.I.; Gov. Raimondo isn t the only one with a plan to legalize recreational pot; Gronk s agent speculates about a possible return of the just-retired Patriots popular player ...

[View email with images]( [Providence Journal]( Reaction to the Mueller Investigation outcome in Rhode Island Random people outside in Providence, Bristol and Narragansett on Monday were asked what they thought of the outcome of the investigation. Their perception of President Trump explained their reactions. [READ MORE]( Editorial: Life after the Mueller probe Mr. Mueller has basically confirmed what Mr. Trump said from the beginning: Neither he nor his aides coordinated with Russia to interfere with the 2016 election. But in that regard, Mr. Barr cautioned: “while this report does not conclude that the president committed a crime, it also does not exonerate him” on the issue. [READ MORE]( URI coach pleads not guilty to accepting $2.7 M in bribes while at Georgetown Gordie Ernst, who resigned from his job as a URI tennis coach, is accused of working with college admissions consultant William “Rick” Singer to help get wealthy parents’ kids into Georgetown through the college’s tennis program even when, in some cases, they had no actual tennis experience to speak of. [READ MORE]( Parkland, Newtown massacres echo as Florida students visit R.I. Two students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida, that was the scene of a deadly mass shooting last year, expressed sadness over the recent suicides of two of their classmates as they participated in a panel discussion about youth activism at Rhode Island College. [READ MORE]( Alternative plan for legal recreational pot in R.I. pulled back for revisions After a group of licensed marijuana cultivators voiced objections to parts of the bill, a Providence lawmaker said he was delaying the bill’s hearing until he could “rework some language.” [READ MORE]( Departing R.I. schools chief reflects on his tenure In his farewell address to Rhode Island, state Education Commissioner Ken Wagner says he is most proud of his work in offering more school choice to students, although his boldest initiative, empowerment schools, never gained traction. [READ MORE]( Purported Pawtucket gang member admits to 2016 killing of a young father A purported Pawtucket gang member admitted to shooting to death a young father in September 2016. Alexander "Bird" DeJesus, 25, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter. [READ MORE]( Let the Gronk watch begin "Just me speculating that I wouldn’t be surprised if he decided to come back and play at some point in his career... It’s not uncommon,” Rob Gronkowski’s agent said one day after the Patriots tight end retired. [READ MORE]( Unmarked Pats jet prompts speculation, but it's there for lease The mysterious jet getting all the attention at T.F. Green lately is parked in the same place where fans frequently see a jet with New England Patriots logos on its engines and five Lombardi trophies on its tail — with a sixth to be added soon. [READ MORE]( The governor signs mobile betting legislation, but timing of launch is unclear Gov. Gina Raimondo signed into law legislation allowing people to wager on sports from anywhere in Rhode Island once the state launches an online betting platform. [READ MORE]( Remembering Claiborne Pell's legacy, 100 years after his birth Claiborne Pell, the six-term Rhode Island senator, was remembered by his former staffers and reporters who covered him during an event Monday to celebrate what would have been his 100th birthday last November. [READ MORE]( Photos: URI students give up their hair for cancer research University of Rhode Island students get their heads shaved during the St. Baldrick s Foundation Battle of the Bald college tournament. [READ MORE]( [providencejournal.com]( Connect with Us! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( Connect with Us! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [WWW.PROVIDENCEJOURNAL.COM]( You are receiving this communication as a member of the Providence Journal. Providence Journal values your online privacy. For more information, view our [privacy policy]( now. Please do not reply to this message. [Manage Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( Providence Journal 75 Fountain St Providence, RI 02902 © 2019 Providence Journal. All rights reserved.