Dec 02 Watch 5:09 These 5th grade journalists challenge perceptions of their city's schools By Ben Berke, Ocean State Media In Providence, Rhode Island, public schools have long faced scrutiny over low test scores, crumbling buildings and persistent challenges communicating with bilingual families. But one city elementary school is pushing back against that narrative, thanks to a team of young… Continue watching
Sep 22 Judge lifts Trump's halt of nearly complete offshore wind energy project By Jennifer McDermott, Matthew Daly, Associated Press A federal judge ruled Monday that a nearly complete offshore wind project halted by the administration can resume, dealing President Donald Trump a setback in his ongoing effort to restrict the U.S. offshore wind industry. Continue reading
Aug 25 Democratic governors demand Trump resume offshore wind project near Rhode Island By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press The Democratic governors of Rhode Island and Connecticut, members of Congress and union workers are calling on the Trump administration to allow a major offshore wind project to move forward. Continue reading
Aug 21 Judge Frank Caprio, whose empathy in Rhode Island court earned him fame, dies at 88 By Steve LeBlanc, Associated Press Frank Caprio, a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island who found online fame as a caring jurist and host of “Caught in Providence,” has died. Continue reading
Jul 28 Watch 4:50 Rhode Island distillery blends local flavors to create unique spirits By Barbara Dury and Pamela Watts, Rhode Island PBS and Justin Kenny, Rhode Island PBS Weekly Some 100 years after prohibition, a distillery in Providence is serving up local liquor. But it's not your run-of-the-mill alcohol, it’s both organic and oceanic. Pamela Watts of Rhode Island PBS Weekly reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. Continue watching
May 14 20 states sue Trump administration over conditions placed on federal transportation and disaster-relief funds By Kimberlee Kruesi, Associated Press Democratic attorneys general say the Trump administration is threatening to withhold billions of dollars in transportation and disaster-relief funds unless states agree to certain immigration enforcement actions. Continue reading
Mar 17 Doctor who was deported to Lebanon supported Hezbollah leader, Homeland Security officials say By Michael Casey, RODRIQUE NGOWI, Kathy McCormack, Associated Press The department's statement, posted on social media, provides a possible explanation for Dr. Rasha Alawieh's deportation, which has sparked widespread alarm, especially after a federal judge ordered that she not be removed until a hearing could be held. Continue reading
Jun 06 Watch 5:17 Rhode Island artist's massive work explores why time dominates our lives By Pamela Watts and Justin Kenny, Rhode Island PBS Weekly It has been said that public art is a reflection of how we see the world and the artist’s response to our time and place. Pamela Watts of Rhode Island PBS Weekly introduces us to an artist who has often… Continue watching
Apr 02 Biden wins Rhode Island primary, AP says By Associated Press Joe Biden wins the Democratic presidential primary in Rhode Island. Continue reading
Apr 02 Trump wins Rhode Island primary, AP says By Associated Press Donald Trump wins the Republican presidential primary in Rhode Island. Continue reading