R.I. Centers serving refugees and immigrants continue their work under new Trump policies
“They come from all over the world. It’s not just one country or one part of Africa.” PROVIDENCE –...
Q & A with Carol Anne Costa, head of the Senior Agenda Coalition of RI
“SACRI works through community organizing, public education, policy advocacy, and legislative action to address issues such as healthcare access,...
Judge issues temporary relief to housing, domestic violence prevention groups
Trump administration’s new policies for HUD, Health and Human Services grants cause ‘immediate harm,’ lawyer argues This story was...
R.I. homelessness is down, but more people are out in the cold? New data says it’s true.
This story was originally published in Rhode Island Current, a publication partner of Ocean State Stories. PROVIDENCE — For the first...
Ocean State Stories asked a sampling of Rhode Islanders what freedom means to them today. Here’s what they said.
Friday is the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Ocean State Stories asked a sampling...
Tall order: Historic Newport structures on the rise
“The main risk we’re looking out for is flooding and coastal erosion. We plan for hurricanes, and major disasters,...
Ocean State Stories named finalist in national contest
Honor comes in public service category NEWPORT – Ocean State Stories has been named a finalist in the 2025...
R.I. drops to 19th place in national rankings of child wellbeing
“We know what kids need to grow up healthy and connected so they can thrive as adults: Stable homes,...
CODAC’s new community center a ‘one-stop shop’ to meet health and many other needs of Rhode Islanders
Unique center, said to be the first of its kind in the U.S., opens in the heart of the...
Shelter beds at risk in R.I. if state doesn’t fill housing budget gap, advocates warn
“Unfortunately, there’s not enough money for everything that has to happen in our state… But people whose lives are...
New KIDS COUNT Factbook outlines what’s a stake for vulnerable R.I. kids
“We must use data as our compass to address disparities and to ensure all children have the opportunities needed...
Factory site slated for Olneyville flower farm expansion eyed for apartments, parking garage
“It should be a project that is extremely affordable, extremely feasible, and will improve the life of everybody.” Originally...
Q & A with Susan Sipprelle, founder and co-president of RENEWport
Group to bring acclaimed ‘Bowling Alone’ author Putnam to R.I. in April Susan, can you please tell us about...