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A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department cannot force Rhode Island to hand over voter records, protecting citizen privacy. The decision marks the fifth state where courts have defended local election control against federal overreach.
Rhode Island lawmakers are backing legislation to put certified librarians in every public school after research showed they boost reading scores and student success. The Save Our Rhode Island School Libraries Act would ensure every student gets daily library access and professional support.
A new mental health care model in Rhode Island is helping thousands more people get treatment, with early data showing real improvements in people's lives. Eight community clinics across the state are making it easier to access care and helping people stay healthier at home.
A Newport community center is calling for volunteer drivers to help deliver groceries to homebound neighbors who can't make it to the food pantry. The Food 2 Friends program makes over 2,000 deliveries each year to residents who depend on this lifeline.
A small Rhode Island farm grows 14 tons of organic vegetables annually for food pantries, powered almost entirely by volunteers and teen interns. Now they're looking for more helping hands to feed hungry families this season.
Two massive wind farms off Massachusetts and Rhode Island just proved they can power hundreds of thousands of homes through record cold and blizzards while saving millions on energy costs. Unlike fossil fuels that spike in price during winter, these clean energy giants delivered steady, affordable power when the region needed it most.
Starting January 2027, Philadelphia will require employers to provide reasonable accommodations for menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause symptoms. The groundbreaking ordinance follows Rhode Island's lead and sets a new standard for workplace protections.
A 188-year-old Rhode Island shopping mall has been transformed into affordable micro-apartments that rent for just $550 monthly. The project preserves a historic landmark while giving young professionals an affordable place to call home.
Scarlett Biancuzzo, a Barrington High School graduate passionate about broadcast journalism, received a four-year scholarship worth up to $60,000 from Ocean State Media. The scholarship supports aspiring journalists in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts, with applications for 2026 now open until April 13. ##
When an autistic barista had his $20 tip jar stolen, his Rhode Island community responded by filling it with $900 in two days. The overwhelming support left Michael Coyne speechless and renewed his mother's faith in humanity.
A massive offshore wind farm just started delivering clean electricity to New England homes, marking a major comeback for U.S. renewable energy after recent federal setbacks. The 704-megawatt project is now 93% complete and represents one of the most powerful offshore wind developments in American history.
Two Rhode Island friends who met in a homeless shelter are using abandoned storage units to help hundreds rebuild their lives. They give away everything for free, no questions asked.
Two massive offshore wind farms just started delivering clean energy to over 750,000 homes across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. The projects pushed through legal challenges to complete construction and are already helping keep the lights on and energy costs down.
More than 100 student volunteers transformed Brown University's Sayles Hall into a playground of brain science, where Rhode Island families watched neurons in action and guided nerve fibers through mazes. For over a decade, this free event has made complex neuroscience accessible to curious learners of all ages.
Revolution Wind just came online off Rhode Island's coast, while Vineyard Wind installed its final blade, marking major wins for clean energy after months of legal battles. Together, these projects will power hundreds of thousands of homes and save residents millions in energy costs.
A massive offshore wind project that survived federal shutdown attempts is now delivering clean energy to hundreds of thousands of homes. Revolution Wind will save Connecticut and Rhode Island families up to $500 million annually on electricity bills.
When Rhode Island disappeared under three feet of snow, two gas station workers stayed awake for 36 straight hours to keep their doors open for exhausted plow drivers, nurses, and first responders who had nowhere else to go.
When 3 feet of snow buried Rhode Island neighborhoods for days, volunteers grabbed shovels and cleared driveways for those who couldn't do it themselves. Grassroots networks are proving that neighbors still look out for each other.
A former landfill in Rhode Island is now powering 600 homes with clean energy, proving that yesterday's waste sites can become tomorrow's green energy hubs. The 5.7 megawatt solar array avoids nearly 4,000 tons of carbon emissions annually while pumping $4.4 million into the local economy.
A man shoveling snow in Providence discovered a large exotic lizard buried alive under nearly two feet of snow after last week's massive winter storm. Thanks to quick thinking and a team of caring rescuers, "Frankie" the tegu is now recovering from frostbite and getting stronger every day.
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