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Judge Refuses to Dismiss Lawsuit Over School Arrest of 13-Year-Old Black Honors Student

A federal judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit on behalf of a 13-year-old Black honors student who was handcuffed and arrested by a Pawtucket school resource officer who wanted to "make an example" of her.

July 14, 2022

ACLU Statement on the Rejection of Flock Safety Surveillance Cameras by Portsmouth Town Council

The Portsmouth Town Council has unanimously voted to rescind its prior support for the implementation of Flock Safety surveillance camera systems in the town.

July 12, 2022

Cleaning Service Sued for Discriminating Against Pregnant Job Applicant

In a case that highlights the difficulties and discrimination that women continue to face in the workplace, the ACLU of Rhode Island charged today that a professional cleaning service terminated an employee who had just been hired immediately after learning she was pregnant.

July 11, 2022

Suit Settled Over State Police Exclusion of Twin River Employee without Due Process

The ACLU of Rhode Island today announced the favorable settlement of a five-year-old lawsuit against the RI State Police (RISP) for retaliating against a Twin River Casino employee who declined to serve as an informant in a criminal gambling investigation.

June 28, 2022

Statement on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in School Prayer Case (Kennedy v. Bremerton School District)

ACLU of RI executive director Steven Brown issued the following statement today in response the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District:

June 27, 2022

Statement on the Overturning of Roe v. Wade

Today’s court decision is an unprecedented attack on women’s rights and reproductive freedom.

June 24, 2022