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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.

Vermont Shooting
‘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.

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

VERMONT SHOOTING
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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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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.

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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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THINGS TO DO

Best things to do in Rhode Island this week: Nov. 24-Dec. 1

This week: Paddling reindeer, a glowing zoo, circus acts, hot chocolate bar, farm animals, and more!

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RI COURTS

Providence City Council can intervene in controversial tax breaks for wealthy developer, judge rules

The city council will now attempt to overturn the 30-year tax deal granted by previous city leaders to Arnold “Buff” Chace and his 10 downtown properties.

RHODE MAP

An intriguing new charter school proposal

The R.I. Medical Society wants to open a school to prepare marginalized 7th and 8th graders - and eventually high schoolers - for careers in medicine.

INNOVATOR Q&A

After 20 years in and out of prison, a degree gave him a second chance. Now he’s helping others do the same.

James Monteiro is the founder of the Reentry Campus Program, which helps incarcerated people finish post-secondary education and certification programs.

Three Palestinian college students shot while visiting Burlington, Vt., according to police

All three are 20-year-old men, who attend Brown University, Trinity College, and Haverford College, according to the schools.

Boxing

Can Providence’s Demetrius Andrade put himself on the fast-track to a fight vs. Canelo Alvarez?

”I’m excited for this bout,” said Andrade, who will face David Benavidez on Saturday in Las Vegas in a super middleweight fight for Benavidez’s interim WBC title.

RHODE MAP

🥊 The biggest fight of Boo Boo Andrade’s career

Andrade, 32-0, takes on David Benavidez, 26-0, in Las Vegas, with an opportunity to carve his own path to the elusive showdown with Canelo Alvarez.

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.

THINGS TO DO

Best things to do in Rhode Island this week: Nov. 24-Dec. 1

This week: Paddling reindeer, a glowing zoo, circus acts, hot chocolate bar, farm animals, and more!