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COLD CASE

No clues, no suspects, no trace. But thanks to a retired police investigator, an unsolved Cranston case won’t be forgotten.

A retired investigator who specializes in missing persons cases is captivated by the disappearance of a teenage boy more than 70 years ago. She worked to bring him home — and revived his memory.

RI NEWS
Majority of R.I. residents say cost of living is becoming harder to afford, according to survey
The availability of affordable housing, services for children, access to health care and food security, and jobs were among the key issues, according to the 2023 Rhode Island Life Index.

RHODE MAP
The race for Rhode Island attorney general is already taking shape
The race to succeed AG Peter Neronha, who is term-limited, is already taking shape, with three Democrats telling supporters they're interested in the job.

CRIME
Victim in unsolved 1980s homicide case identified as R.I. man using DNA evidence
Keith Olson, formerly of Cranston, R.I., was 27 years old when he went missing in 1981.

VERMONT SHOOTING
Families of wounded Palestinian students speak out
The parents of Kinnan Abdalhamid said he “told us that he was afraid to leave the hospital.”

Family of student wounded in Vermont says he may never be able to walk againCollege students shot in Vermont are high-achieving leaders and proud advocates for Palestinian cause, former teacher saysKevin Cullen: In Vermont, a Thanksgiving tradition ruined by gunfire Vermont man held without bail in shootings of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.Three Palestinian college students – including a Brown student – shot while visiting Burlington, Vt., according to police

RI FOOD & DINING
4 pop-up restaurants worth checking out in Rhode Island in December 2023
A ticketed dinner serving small plates, a bar takeover from a Boston sake expert, smash burgers, and more.

FOOD
Two New England eateries make Esquire’s list of best new restaurants in America
Providence's Gift Horse, and a Jewish tavern Somerville, Mass., made the cut.

RI POLITICS
Mr. Amo goes to Washington (and Smithfield)
Rhode Island’s newest US Representative has faced a number of hurdles during his first weeks in Congress, from funding amendments to explaining how to pronounce his last name.

Forecast | Dave Epstein
November ends with cool, dry weather throughout the week
High pressure will keep the weather dry and quite cold on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Globe Magazine
30 tiny, perfect things about winter in New England
Globe staffers and other writers share the special places and experiences that keep them cozy — and make the cold months worth savoring.

RI ARTS
What’s irreverent, disarming, and hilarious in ‘BLKS’ is largely AWOL
The Burbage Theatre Co.’s production could use a little more nuance in order to reach its full potential

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RI POLITICS

Mr. Amo goes to Washington (and Smithfield)

Rhode Island’s newest US Representative has faced a number of hurdles during his first weeks in Congress, from funding amendments to explaining how to pronounce his last name.

College students shot in Vermont are high-achieving leaders and proud advocates for Palestinian cause, former teacher says

The teacher described the three students as introspective, charismatic, sarcastic, and a bit nerdy. “These boys are stewards in the community,” she said.

RI HIGHER EDUCATION

Brown drops charges against 20 students arrested after sit-in over war in Gaza

Less than a day before their arraignment, Brown University announced Monday night that it was dropping trespassing charges against the 20 students arrested on campus earlier this month after they held a sit-in and refused to leave.

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PODCAST

‘Indigenous intelligence ... goes back thousands of years’: Listening to ancient Native voices in modern times

On the Rhode Island Report podcast, producer Gary Glassman and director Daniel Golding talk about “Language is Life,” an Rhode Island PBS episode about the value of Native American languages.
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Best things to do in Rhode Island this week: Nov. 24-Dec. 1

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More Recent R.I. Stories

Family of student wounded in Vermont says he may never be able to walk again

One of the three young men of Palestiniancq descent wounded in a shooting in Burlington, Vt., may never be able to walk again after being shot in the spine, his family said.

RHODE MAP

A new job for Rhode Island’s newest senator

Jake Bissaillon, who won a special election to represent Senate District 1 in Providence, will become CEO of Justice Assistance.

FOOD & DINING NEWSLETTER

A few standout restaurants and food businesses in R.I. giving back

Beyond Giving Tuesday, chefs and owners are finding new ways to pay it forward.

‘It feels more personal than it did before’: Brown University community reacts to shooting of Palestinian students in Vermont

Hisham Awartani, a junior at Brown, was one of the three victims attacked near the University of Vermont on Saturday. The attack is under investigation as a possible hate crime.

RI FOOD & DINING

The ultimate foodie gift guide of Rhode Island

Hand-harvested sea salt from Newport’s coastline, strong coffee, creative spice mixes, and more.

RI TRANSPORTATION

Confusion over new bridge’s rotary will ease, R.I. DOT director says

Rhode Island’s congressional delegation joined local officials in marking the opening of the new $84.4 million Henderson Bridge spanning the Seekonk River between Providence and East Providence.

Around New England with Kevin Cullen

In Vermont, a Thanksgiving tradition and time shared by lifelong friends ruined by gunfire

Ever since he enrolled at Brown University, Hisham Awartani has spent every Thanksgiving with relatives in Vermont. After a gunman shot him and two of his friends as they walked on a Burlington sidewalk, he and his family are just thankful he’s alive.

RI CRIME

Johnston police officer returns fire after chase into Providence

The officer had pursued two people in a van, who left the vehicle and fled on foot. When one opened fire at the officer, he returned fire, according to Johnston police.