LIVE: Watch RI Students Chat with ISS Astronaut

A group of Rhode Island students will connect with an Astronaut on the International Space Station Friday.

Rogers Student Named a Presidential Scholar Semifinalist

Congrats are in order for Timothy J. Pratt, a senior at William S. Rogers High School in Newport.

Former Gull Called up to Boston

Pat Light, who pitched for the Newport Gulls in 2010, is getting his big league break.

Newport Council Backs Concealed Carry Gun Ban in Schools

Newport joins other communities around the state voicing support of gun-free school bills at the State House.

Newport Principal Battling Cancer Finds Bone Marrow Match in Twin Brother

The Crowley family is determined to beat cancer and raise awareness about how easy it is to sign up at the Bone Marrow Registry.

Naval War College Chef Named Armed Forces Master Chef of the Year

Along with a world-class education, students and staff at Newport's Naval War College eat very well.

Snow Day for Newport Students Monday

Classes are cancelled due to the snowstorm.

Newport Students Headed to State Science Fair

Rogers High School announced its 2016 school science fair winners.

IYRS Secures $10,000 Grant for Boatbuilding Program

The grant comes from The Hagerty Education Program at America's Car Museum, funded by collectors of classic cars and boats.

92 Sailors, Soldiers and Marines Graduate from Naval War College in Newport

The graduates were recognized during a ceremony on Tuesday in Spruance Auditorium.

Local Students' STEM Opportunity Tour Lands at Newport Navy Base

The group was comprised of students from Middletown, Portsmouth, Rogers and Tiverton high schools.

Newport Begins Discussion to Explore Later School Start Times

Many districts are trying out later start times and Newport is starting a discussion with a parent meeting Monday night.

"CyberVikings" Win 1st in CyberPatriot Contest

A team of high school students from Rogers High School in Newport, RI recently concluded an exceptional round of competition.

Local Schools Get Fourth-Straight Day of Threats

Schools in Newport and Middletown have been evacuated.

Naval War College Student Awarded Flying Cross for Bravery in Air

Air Force Major Chris Marslender demonstrated “exemplary knowledge and outstanding airmanship, displayed under hazardous conditions."

Another Bomb Threat Against Newport Schools

Police are investigating but it is believed to be a hoax.

Newport Student Musicians in Running for Video Contest

To win, they need your online votes, which can be submitted daily.

Newport Pre-K Fair Rescheduled Due to Snow

The pre-kindergarten fair planned this weekend has been bumped.

Former Mass. AG to Lead St. George's Sex Abuse Investigation

Victims and the school jointly announced the hiring of Scott Harshbarger to lead the independent investigation.

Elite RI Prep School Officials Accused of Decades-Long Sex Abuse Cover-up

More than 40 victims who were raped or molested years ago at St. George's School have stepped forward.

Rogers Families can Get Free Help Applying For College Financial Aid Next Week

College Goal Rhode Island is hosting a free program to help families apply for college financial aid at Rogers High School on Jan. 13.

Newport is Picked to Launch New IBM P-TECH High School Program

Rogers High School students can get mentoring, an associate degree and job opportunities in IT, cybersecurity and high-tech manufacturing.

Five Rogers Musicians Make All-State Ensembles

It takes talent to make it through auditions to earn All-State honors.

Thompson Musicians Recognized for Being Music Masters

A group of student musicians were accepted into a prestigious music honor society.

Rogers Students Study Spread of Invasives by Boats

Rogers High School teacher Scott Dickison and three of his students were busy this summer on the iBarge project.

Pell STEM Program Gets Legislative Boost

The program is in its second year and offers engaging and fun learning opportunities for children in grades K to 4.

Newport Teachers Ratify Tentative Contract Agreement

It doesn't mean teachers are totally happy, however.

Along With Top Sailors at Newport Naval War College, Top Chefs

Three culinary specialists assigned to the Newport Naval War College recently swept a cooking competition in New York.

Newport Teachers Union and School Board Reach Tentative Agreement

The full union membership will vote on the deal by the end of the month.

Judge Grants Newport Teachers Union Request to Exclude Extended Benefits from Arbitration

Protracted contract battle heads to arbitration Monday but extended benefits for retired Newport teachers will be off the table.

Class Sizes Remains Sticking Point as Newport Teachers, Committee Head to Arbitration

The teacher's union has released a statement refuting public statements made by the School Committee's lawyer

Third Grade Classroom to be Added at Pell School

School officials said they confirmed a four-student overage by Thursday and the process for a new room was set in motion that night.

Teacher Contract Issue Heads to Arbitration

The Teachers Association of Newport and the School Committee have been unable reach an agreement.

How Much Do Graduates from RI Colleges Make?

The U.S. Department of Education lists the top colleges and universities in terms of salary earned by graduates. Bryant tops the list in RI.

Newport Girl Wins State Insect Drawing Contest

Emma Hoag's decision to draw upon numerous Rhode Island symbols was very creative. And it won her the top prize.

PHOTOS: Naval War College Commemorates Sept. 11

Patriots Park in Newport was a scene of somber reflection and remembrance.

Naval War College Graduates 34 Operational Planners

The group represents the 18th class to graduate from the advanced warfighting school.

Free Online Tutors Ready to Help RI Students Every Afternoon

Have you checked out AskRI.org? It connects live tutors to K-12 students for help in math, science, English and social studies.

Newport Teachers Unite in Protest

Teachers in Newport are frustrated to be working without a contract and terms presented by the School Committee.

Superintendent Responds to No-Confidence Vote

"Unfortunately, especially when negotiations are not going smoothly, this is something that often happens," said Colleen Burns Jermain.