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Former U.S. Rep. Cicilline makes over $840 at non-profit Rhode Island Foundation

Former U.S. Congressman David Cicilline saw his total compensation at the Rhode Island Foundation rise to $840,042, according to the nonprofit’s newly filed...

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Trump administration investigating Brown University security

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The federal government announced Monday that it has opened an investigation into Brown University following the deadly shooting on campus....

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Former Providence police chief hired to lead Brown campus safety

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Brown University has hired former Providence Police Chief Hugh Clements to oversee the school’s public safety operations following the deadly...

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Brown accused of ignoring campus security concerns

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Brown University has allegedly repeatedly downplayed or dismissed security concerns over the years, disregarding warnings from students, employees, and even...

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Brown University custodian reported suspicious man before shooting

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A longtime custodian at Brown University says he repeatedly reported a suspicious man on campus in the weeks leading up...

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Rhode Island offshore wind project paused over security concerns

WASHINGTON, D.C. —The Trump administration released a statement Monday morning, December 22, announcing an immediate pause on several major offshore wind projects along...

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Mayor urges FBI to pay $50K reward to Brown shooting tipster

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley on Friday urged FBI Director Kash Patel to award the previously offered $50,000 reward to the...

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New details released in Brown University shooting

According to newly released federal court records, investigators believe Claudio Neves-Valente transported a firearm and ammunition across state lines in connection with deadly...

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Meet our Dog of the Week, Josie

Meet our Dog of the Week, Josie! Josie is an extraordinary little survivor looking for her forever home. Josie is an 8 year...