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Happy Sunday, January 19th! Here’s What’s Hap

Happy Sunday, January 19th! Here’s What’s Happening in Newport today.

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It’s official: TikTok is no longer accessible to

It’s official: TikTok is no longer accessible to users across America after a controversial law forced the app offline unless it splits from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance.

When users tried to open the app late Saturday night, they were met with this message:
 “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now,” it read. “A law banning TikTok has been enacted in the U.S. Unfortunately, that means you can’t use TikTok for now.” The message then said President-elect Donald Trump has promised to “work with us on a solution to reinstate TikTok once he takes office. Please stay tuned!”

This unprecedented shutdown follows a Friday Supreme Court ruling upholding a ban passed by Congress and signed by President Biden last April. The law prohibits TikTok from operating in the U.S. unless ByteDance sells the app to a company based in the U.S. or an allied nation.

Adding to the chaos, TikTok disappeared from Apple’s App Store and Google Play late Saturday, along with other ByteDance apps like CapCut, leaving millions of creators and small businesses scrambling.

President-elect Donald Trump has hinted at a possible reprieve. Speaking to NBC News on Saturday, Trump said he’s “most likely” to grant TikTok a 90-day extension to delay the ban after he’s inaugurated on Monday. 👉 “The 90-day extension is something we’ll most likely do. It’s appropriate. It’s a very big situation. We’ll announce something soon,” he said.

TikTok CEO Shou Chew has been lobbying hard to save the app, reportedly meeting Trump at Mar-a-Lago in recent weeks.

What does this mean for creators? For now, millions of Americans are without access to TikTok, with no clear resolution in sight. Is this a temporary blackout—or the end of the app that changed social media forever?

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Happy Saturday, January 18th! Here’s What’s Happening in Newport today.

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On Jan. 17th, as we celebrate the birth of Benjami

On Jan. 17th, as we celebrate the birth of Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s most iconic founding fathers, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on his lesser-known ties to Newport, RI—a city that quietly played a significant role in the fabric of his life and legacy.

James Franklin, Benjamin’s older brother, was a pioneer in colonial printing and journalism. In 1727, James established the Rhode Island Gazette here in Newport, the first newspaper in the colony. Its creation marked a milestone in expanding access to news and ideas in early Rhode Island.

While Ben Franklin’s documented visits to Newport were relatively limited, their importance cannot be overstated. As a burgeoning hub of commerce and innovation, Newport was a natural stop for Franklin, particularly in his roles as postmaster general and diplomat. Its strategic location and status as a thriving seaport made Newport an essential link in the colonial postal system—a system Franklin famously overhauled to enhance communication and efficiency throughout the colonies.

The Franklin family’s influence left a lasting imprint on Newport. James Franklin’s contributions to the city’s publishing landscape laid the groundwork for Newport’s intellectual and cultural development. Meanwhile, Benjamin’s legacy of innovation and civic improvement continues to resonate, aligning with Newport’s rich history of resilience and reinvention.

Today, traces of Franklin’s spirit can be felt in Newport’s historical landmarks and institutions, which celebrate the values he championed: curiosity, innovation, and community. Not to mention, both his brother, James, and his sister-and-law, Ann, are buried in Newport. As we honor Franklin’s birthday, it’s fitting to also recognize Newport’s enduring connection to one of the nation’s most brilliant minds—a connection forged through shared ideals and a commitment to progress.

So, on this Jan. 17th, raise a glass to Benjamin Franklin: inventor, diplomat, writer, and occasional visitor to Newport. Let us celebrate the enduring bond between a man who shaped a nation and a city that upholds his legacy.

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Happy Friday, January 17th! Here’s What’s Hap

Happy Friday, January 17th! Here’s What’s Happening in Newport today.

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Drivers, pump the brakes—Big Brother’s officia

Drivers, pump the brakes—Big Brother’s officially moved into Newport! The city is cracking down hard with new speed cameras popping up across town, the first one is already keeping a watchful eye on Ruggles Avenue near Shields Street.

But here’s the kicker: City Manager Colin Kennedy didn’t even bother to check with the council before slapping this camera in place. Talk about going rogue!

"This is just another example of the city manager acting unilaterally without consulting the people elected to represent this city," said 3rd Ward Councilor David Carlin. "Decisions like these should be made with input from the council and the community, not by one person playing traffic cop."

While officials are spinning the cameras as a “safety measure,” critics smell something fishy. Could this be a cash grab disguised as concern? One thing’s for sure—if you’re caught speeding, you’ll be getting a fine in the mail faster than Colin Kennedy can ignore proper procedure.

This is just like two weeks ago when the City Council publicly lambasted Kennedy for brazenly putting up an unauthorized stop sign on The Point without bothering to get their approval.

Maybe Newport’s rookie city manager should slow his own roll before making any more solo moves. Leadership 101, Colin—ever heard of it?

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