Rep. Sam Azzinaro, of Westerly, says his goal is “to protect our younger children.” The bill comes amidst a wave of censorship legislation being proposed around the country – much of which takes aim at LGBTQ content.
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New bill would hold RI school libraries liable for ‘obscene’ material
It comes amidst a wave of censorship legislation being proposed around the country – much of which takes aim at LGBTQ content.
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Fifty years later, RI Vietnam War veteran advocates for peace and justice
It’s been fifty years since the U.S. officially ended its involvement in the Vietnam War, by withdrawing the last of its troops from the country.
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On Holocaust Remembrance Day, survivors share stories of resilience in the face of brutality
April is Holocaust and Genocide Awareness Month in Rhode Island.
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The Weekly Catch: April 14, 2023
We break down some of the top local stories from the past week.
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New report shows low-income students among those most impacted by pandemic
Performance is down across the board, but the gap is widening for historically disadvantaged students.
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New initiative uses media literacy to push back against disinformation and violent extremism
The program aims to “reduce the threat of violence by promoting democratic self governance and lifelong learning.”
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Recent investigation raises questions about UMass-Dartmouth’s handling of sexual assault cases
A new state oversight commission seeks to address colleges’ handling of campus police misconduct.
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RI earns a failing grade in new report on lead in schools
The national study includes a report card that rates each state’s efforts to protect drinking water in schools.
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Lawmaker pushes back against Providence school closings
News of the closures came as a surprise to parents and teachers – many of whom are upset about the news and how it’s been handled.
