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Seven years after the state took control of Providence’s public schools, many parents and teachers question what the intervention accomplished
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Is there really a black cat bias? CT animal shelters weigh in
Can a cat's coat color impact its chances of getting adopted? Connecticut animal shelter officials share their thoughts.
Awaiting Data: Why there’s no AI data center boom in New England (at least not yet)
The week of Oct. 19, 2026, New England News Collaborative stations will explore some of the reasons why the AI data center boom hasn't reached New England — at least not yet— in a special series called Awaiting Data.
Climate activist group claims credit for protester who disrupted Maine Senate debate
The Sunrise Movement identified the protester as a Bowdoin College student and said he's part of an effort to confront politicians over climate change. The protestor posed as a journalist to get into the ticketed event.
Key takeaways from the final, fiery debate between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson
The debate featured lots of talk about Donald Trump, disparate views on the state of American democracy and a moment when Jackson told Collins to "shut up."
Education Secretary visits Manchester schools, supports vouchers
While some families were supportive of Republicans’ initiatives for school vouchers, others echoed the Democrats’ argument that these programs harm public education.
Audit finds staffing struggles, ICE detainees, stretching Berlin prison
An unannounced inspection by the Office of the Inspector General said the prison’s leadership shows dedication, but listed a number of shortcomings inside the federal men’s correctional institution.
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