Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island

OCT. 21 - 25

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This year marks the 10th annual U.S. Media Literacy Week hosted by the National Association for Media Literacy Education. Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio, in collaboration with the Media Education Lab, are excited to co-present Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island! Check here regularly to find the most updated collection of resources and events to support participation in the Ocean State.

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Public Media School Visits

Public Media professionals at Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio are available to visit high school classrooms throughout the week!

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Local Media Literacy Resources

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Multiple mosquito samples infected with West Nile Virus have led state officials to raise Rhode Island’s risk level from “Medium” to “High”
The Cannabis Control Commission has launched its online portal for applicants seeking six social equity dispensary licenses, part of 24 new retail permits under the state’s legalization law
Last week, City Council President Jessica Marino and the council’s attorney, Stephen Angell, suddenly resigned. The resignations come amid accusations of a romantic relationship between the two officials and claims of a conflict of interest
Riders and transit activists say that the cuts will ultimately undermine bus service in the state and lead to even lower ridership
A new consultant’s review criticizes NBPD’s handling of narcotics and internal affairs, urging stricter oversight of confidential informants and clearer performance metrics