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Community and Civics
Rhode Island’s Local Weekly Stories (4/18/26 – 4/24/26)
Rhode Island is becoming a hub in a rapidly developing national dialogue on access, and it will take one big leap toward inclusion this week when it hosts its first-ever state-wide summit on inclusion. This meeting of policymakers, urban planners, disability...
Rhode Island’s Local Weekly Stories (4/4/26 – 4/10/26)
I am here at the Cumberland Farms off of Metacom Ave in Bristol Rhode Island where the gas is now 3.95 for a regular gallon and the local businesses are not feeling happy about it. Places like the Judge Roy Bean Saloon in Bristol are also struggling with rising gas...
Rhode Island’s Local Weekly Stories (3/22/26 – 3/28/26)
In Riverside Rhode Island Good Neighbors is making a difference one meal at a time. With a small staff with more than 100 volunteers the organization prepares hot meals and groceries to local residents who need extra support. In 2024 Good Neighbors provided meals to...
Immigration
Refugee Dream Center Interview
Hello everyone. I am here with Dr. Omar Bah the founder of the Refugee Dream center. And he is going to tell us about the process detainees go through after being taken by ice, including conditions of detention centers and countries that have arrangements with the...
A New Fear at Airports: ICE Agents
Recently in the United States, travel has become an inconvenience for thousands of people across the country. ICE has been at many airports surveying extremely long security lines. Some handed out water but others stood around not doing much. Travel delays...
ICE Enforcement In and Around Courthouses
Since the Immigration crackdown has taken America by storm, some city and town officials have taken matters into their own hands, by making city property off limits to ICE officials. Recently, ICE officials have been picking up and detaining people without a proper...
Data Reporting
Rhode Island Homelessness Dips Slightly, But Crisis Deepens for Many
Rhode Island’s latest homelessness data doesn’t tell a simple story. For the first time since 2019, the total number of people experiencing homelessness has gone down slightly. On paper, that looks like progress. But when you look closer, other trends are moving in...
Local Data Reveals Trends in Community Issues
Seven months into President Donald Trump’s term, immigration enforcement increased across the country. The effects started to show, not just in people’s daily lives, but in the economy as well. Actions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, also known as ICE,...
Rhode Island’s Foster Care System Faces Growing Strain
R.I. Sends Youth to Unsafe Out-of-State Facilities: As of December 1, 2025, the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) reported that approximately 1,248 children were in out-of-home placement. Out-of-home placements include traditional foster...
Queer Currents
Increasing Queer Spaces
According to the Trevor Project, in light of recent politics, 90% of LGBTQ+ youth feel as though their well-being is being negatively impacted. DEI funding is declining, and anti-LGBTQ rhetoric and policy are rising. To combat the negative pressures on the community, schools such as Roger Williams University are creating unique ways to promote acceptance and inclusivity.
The Rise and Fall of Queer Bars
This story is part of the Queer Current segment, covering the most pivotal issues in the LGBTQ+ communityQueer Bars, such as Providence’s EGO, are a center for queer art and community. The rise of such bars accelerated post-WWII, but the rise has since faced many...
The Fight for Feeling Accepted
“This story is part of the Queer Current segment, covering the most pivotal issues in the LGBTQ+ community.” Whether you, your friend, a family member, a co-worker or a stranger is queer, there is one common ground amongst all of them: they need support.Being an ally...
Sports
RWU Esports Focuses On Community
The Roger Williams University Esports Team and the Tabletop Gaming Club collaborated through the RWU Community Bridge Builders fund! Retro Game Night was on Monday, April 27th, from 8-10 pm, and featured a variety of board games in the GHH Attrium alongside Wiis in...
RWU Mens Hockey Coach Guides Players Through First Collegiate Season
While the Roger Williams University men’s hockey team has had a tremendous amount of success as a new program, it is important to look at a big reason as to how they got there: Coach Hall. RWU men’s hockey coach, Coach Hall, grew up in Northbridge, Massachusetts,...
RWU Welcomes Varsity Women’s Hockey
As anticipation builds up for the fall sports here at Roger Williams University, many are excited to witness the new addition of the RWU women’s hockey team. Head coach Laura Ardoin spoke out about her background leading up to becoming the head coach and her passion...
Tech in Education
What Can We Do To Mediate the AI Crisis in Schools?
Rhode Island is working to set its young students up for success in the digital age. Through programs such as the E-Rate Program, schools and libraries receive discounts for affordable internet access, allowing more students to utilize technology. In 2024, Governor Dan McKee also introduced the AI Task Force. The goal of the task force is to integrate AI literacy throughout the RI school system. Together, programs such as these educate youth on how to properly utilize technology so they are prepared for the future.
The Future of Education in an Age of AI
his episode delves into the role of technology in education, examining the question: Could technology ever truly replace teachers? The conversation focuses on how technological advancements impact students’ learning experiences, the rate at which technology is being introduced in classrooms, and the ways educators can use these tools to enhance their teaching. In our interview with Dr. Amanda Dolan, an expert in K–12 curriculum design, she shares her firsthand experiences and forward-looking perspective on how technology is shaping education.
The future of technology in the classroom
“This story is part of a series covering the usage and development of technology within the classroom.”Audio-Visual: JT Lawrence Copy-Editing: Abigail Stark Graphic Design: Haylee Silva Research & Interview: Naja Young Research: RJ Rood Website Manager: Molly...
Environmental Justice
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