Sasha Sainristil Anchor Contributor The American criminal justice system has long prioritized punishment over rehabilitation, often leaving victims without closure and offenders without real opportunities for change. In recent years, restorative justice has emerged as a promising alternative, one that focuses on repairing harm, promoting accountability and rebuilding communities. However, while restorative justice has proven effective, the way it is currently implemented in

Kelcy Conroy Managing Editor Providence LGBTQ+ club The Dark Lady is known among local college students and queer youth for being a safe space to celebrate individuality. A recent Instagram post written by co-owners Randy D’Antuono and Buck Asprinio revealed the club’s plans to remove an unfinished mural that was being painted on the side of the building, sparking nationwide controversy and apprehension from community members. The Dark Lady was working with artist Ian Gaudre

Ethan Martinous Anchor Contributor The world is changing and the Trump Administration is unbothered. As the Trump presidency enters its second year, many political issues are at the forefront of the minds of Americans. The issue of climate change has since taken a back seat. On Jan. 20 2025, the Trump Administration pulled out of the Paris Climate Agreement for the second time. This decision has the potential to have widespread effects on climate change efforts worldwide. Th

Desiree Fernandes, Savannah Hill, Abbigail Pelletier, Jonairy Ramirez, Kimberly Romero, Julia Serra, Stephanie Talbot, Soua Tou Vang Anchor Contributors The following piece was an assignment co-authored by RIC nursing seniors belonging to the Public/Community Health Nursing Clinical Group. Despite decades of public health campaigns and clear scientific evidence, smoking remains one of the leading causes of preventable death worldwide. Millions of people continue to light ci