News and Events
RICAGV Celebrates Work at Record Breaking Fundraiser
Record attendance at the RICAGV 5th Annual Fundraiser.
Motorcyclist Shot in Providence
At least 22 shell casings were found at the scene of a shooting in Providence late Sunday afternoon.
Gun Shots at Pop Warner Football Game
No injuries were reported, however players, ages 7 to 10, cheerleaders as young as 5, and parents were terrified as the shots rang out while teams were on the field.
RICAGV Proud of Primary Election Results
The message was loud and clear: RI stands with FAMILIES not State House bosses.
Congratulations to Our Endorsed Primary Winners!
An amazing night of celebration for true Democrats!
Statement on Loss of a Providence Student to Gun Violence
The second day of the school year ends with another young life cut tragically short.
The RI Values Project
RICAGV joins with Planned Parenthood RI to urge everyone to vote in the Sept. 12th Primary.
RICAGV Gun Safety Endorsed Candidates
Gun safety reform champions for the 2018 primary and general election.
Warwick Resident Shot Through Front Door
The suspect was taken into custody shortly after the incident; it is unclear at this point if the victim and the shooter are acquainted.
Celebrating Activism at Annual Thank You Party
We celebrate our amazing volunteers and supporters who worked so hard to help us achieve phenomenal growth in the 2018 session.
Youth Empowerment Strategy Unveiled
YES!RI is statewide network that partners with established student groups as well as the RI ACLU to effectively combat gun violence in Rhode Island.
2018 Session Wrap Up: Big Gains for Common-Sense Gun Violence Reforms
Legislative success and phenomenal organizational and grassroots growth in 2018.
Statement on the End of the 2018 Legislative Session
The General Assembly fails the public for the 4th straight year on The Safe Schools Acts, as well as other common sense gun safety legisation and many family-focused pieces of legislation.
Final Lobby Day of 2018 a Huge Success
Another great turnout for lobbying lawmakers on The Safe Schools Act.
RICAGV Statement on HB 8119 – Legalizing Civilian Ownership of Stun Guns (Tazers)
RICAGV joins with public health officials and law enforcement in opposition to the legalization of stun guns (tazers); these same officials are in support of The Safe Schools Act, which is still being held for study by the Judiciary Committee.
RI Students to Legislators: We Are Not Targets
RI students do it again! Kudos to all the kids who showed up to protest the inaction of the RI legislature for 4 years in a row.
ProJo My Turn: Elizabeth Abbott: RI Should Defy the Gun Lobby
Pawtucket resident, writer and lawyer Liz Abbott’s letter was published in the Providence Journal on April 23, 2018.
RICAGV Canvasses Speaker’s District on Gun Violence Prevention Awareness Day
RICAGV supporters took action on National Gun Violence Prevention Awareness Day for all victims and their families by canvassing RI Speaker Mattiello’s district in Cranston.
49 Motorcycle Gang Members Arrest in Pre-Dawn Drug Bust
Biggest bust in RI State Police history included 53 illegal guns and large quantities of illegal drugs.
Great Turnout for Lobby Day
Dozens of supporters lobby RI lawmakers for The Safe Schools Act, the Assault Weapon Ban, and the High Capacity Magazine Ban.
Bishop Tobin Writes in Support of RI Coalition Against Gun Violence Efforts for Common Sense Gun Control
Bishop Tobin of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence wrote in support of common-sense gun reforms.
Condemning RI Dems Exclusion of Gun Safety on Party Platform
Party platform committee members are surprisingly dismissive of traditional Democratic issues at local meeting.
Student Plans School Shooting in Vermont, Is Released on Bail
“Sawyer stated it may not be next week, next month, or even next year, but eventually he will carry out his plan,” said Det. Sgt. Todd Wilkins, of the VT State Police.
Great Show for Common-Sense Gun Control at RI Judiciary Hearings
Students and Rhode Island citizens provided the committee with insightful and heartfelt testimony.
Latest from the Blog
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- RI Senate approves ‘safe-storage’ gun bill. What to know.March 20, 2024
- Safe weapons bill passes through Rhode Island SenateMarch 20, 2024
- In the NewsMarch 4, 2024
- Gun control advocates are again pushing for a RI ‘assault weapon ban.’ Now, the AFL-CIO is helping.February 9, 2024
- RICAGV launches secure storage and assault weapons ban legislation at “Valentines Not Violence” State House Event February 9, 2024
- It’s Thanksgiving eve and we are grateful for YOU!November 21, 2023
- Thank You for Joining our Annual Celebration!November 21, 2023
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