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After a yearslong effort, sale of two R.I. hospitals expected to close March 6

By Talia Egnal | February 27

On Wednesday, the Centurion Foundation secured sufficient funding for the purchase.

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Lawsuit alleges that R.I. Department of Corrections religiously discriminated against Native American prisoners

By Lev Kotler-Berkowitz | February 25

The lawsuit was brought under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act.

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Snowy conditions cause uptick in sick, emaciated birds

By Dhruv Jain | February 25

The Wildlife Clinic of R.I. and Congress of the Birds reported an increase in avian patients from last winter.

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Record-breaking blizzard brings 37.9 inches of snow to Providence

By Kelly Ding | February 24

On Sunday, Gov. Dan McKee declared a state of emergency and issued a travel ban on all roads due to the severe weather conditions.

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‘We can provide the language of faith’: R.I. religious leaders discuss role in advocacy against ICE

By Michaela Hanson | February 24

The Herald spoke with three religious leaders to discuss how they are responding to recent ICE activity in the state.

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R.I. legislators introduce act protecting people attending court proceedings from ICE arrests

By Annika Melwani | February 24

A recent bill introduced would protect Rhode Islanders involved in court proceedings from being arrested by ICE agents without a judicial warrant.

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Gov. McKee signs executive order aiming to reduce energy costs, sparks environmental debate

By Phoebe-Grace Aseoche | February 23

Gov. Dan McKee signed an executive order directing a review of the state’s net metering program.

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How Providence students are celebrating Black History Month

By Nate Barkow | February 23

Providence schools share how they celebrate Black History Month.

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Seven Stars Bakery workers ratify new contract with improved wages, benefits

By Laila Posner | February 22

The agreement comes after employees voted to authorize a strike in December.

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On cold nights, Operation No One Dies turns Providence churches into warming centers

By Ava Rahman | February 20

The program hosts around 50 unhoused community members on cold nights.

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University launches ‘Brown Loves Providence’ to support local community after Dec. 13 shooting

By Ava Stryker-Robbins and Ian Ritter | February 20

Brown Loves Providence, which started on Valentine’s Day, will run until March 16.

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First apartment community for LGBTQ+ elders in R.I. to open

By Pavani Durbhakula | February 20

The new affordable housing development is projected to open fall 2027.

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City announces third-party review of its response to Brown shooting

By Talia Egnal | February 19

The Police Executive Research Forum will produce an after-action report and provide recommendations for the city.

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With $2.34 million NOAA grant, 250 tons of rotting wood pilings will be removed from Providence River

By Amelia Bonterre | February 19

The removal is part of a larger effort to improve water quality and ecosystem health.

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RISD students report challenges affording materials as spring semester begins

By Izabella Piatkowski | February 19

A study conducted by RISD found that 60% of students struggle to afford materials for their classes.

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Proposed bill would abolish life without parole for young offenders in R.I.

By Lev Kotler-Berkowitz | February 18

The bill has been referred to the state House Judiciary Committee, where it will have an open hearing.

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Two killed, gunman dead in shooting at Pawtucket hockey game

By Michelle Bi | February 17

The shooting occurred five miles from campus and three injured victims are hospitalized in critical condition.

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RISD students report feeling underprepared for life after graduation

By Emily Feil and Izabella Piatkowski | February 12

RISD President Crystal Williams shared an action plan with the RISD community aimed at improving career readiness.

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R.I. ACLU challenges Department of Justice pursuit of non-public voter files

By Annika Melwani | February 11

Unredacted voter rolls include personal voter information like birthdates and portions of social security numbers.

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Providence’s overdose prevention center celebrates one-year anniversary

By Megan Chan | February 11

The center remains the only state-regulated OPC in the country.