Seven student athletes from Alfred Lima Sr. Elementary School in Providence and 14 from Central Falls have been chosen as official player escorts for the upcoming World Cup through Project GOAL. This free program supports young soccer players by encouraging ac…
The Roger Williams Park Zoo recently welcomed the hatching of three Humboldt penguin chicks, marking a significant success for the zoo’s breeding program. These new arrivals are a positive development for the conservation efforts focused on this vulnerable spe…
The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park is hosting the Summer Shellabration from June 29 to September 6, celebrating Rhode Island’s natural history, coastal environments, and night skies. This family-friendly event offers hands-on…
The Rhode Island General Assembly has passed a new anti-hazing bill, which is now awaiting the governor’s signature. Governor Dan McKee has confirmed to 12 News that he intends to sign the legislation into law. The bill aims to address and prevent hazing pract…
The founder of Croft School has issued a public apology for the deception and poor decisions that ultimately led to the institution's collapse. Acknowledging the harm caused to the Croft community, he took full responsibility for actions intended to keep the s…
As the legislative session in Rhode Island enters its final week, lawmakers face a crucial decision regarding the expansion of charter schools in the state. The proposed bill aims to increase the number of charter schools, potentially impacting the state's edu…
State Representative David Morales is running for mayor of Providence, aiming to bring new leadership to the city. As a candidate, Morales emphasizes his commitment to addressing key community issues and improving the quality of life for residents. His campaig…
The Croft School in Providence is facing imminent closure after months of emergency fundraising efforts failed to secure a buyer for the campus. Despite the community’s attempts to keep the school operational, financial difficulties have led the administration…
A former Rhode Island College employee who was accused of placing a hidden camera in a campus bathroom has received a deferred sentence, allowing them to avoid prison time. The case involved allegations that the individual installed the camera to secretly reco…
On May 31, 2025, Marcelo Gomes da Silva, a Massachusetts teenager, was detained by federal immigration agents while on his way to volleyball practice. Exactly one year later, despite the challenges he faced during his detention by Immigration and Customs Enfor…
In an op-ed reflecting on Brown University’s role in Providence, Barry Fain and Steven Triedman compare the Ivy League institution to an elephant in a community, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and responsibility. While Brown contributes jobs and econo…
The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) held its 143rd Commencement ceremony on Saturday, featuring renowned artist Julie Mehretu as the keynote speaker. Mehretu, celebrated for her large-scale abstract paintings that explore themes of geography, history, and…
