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Cranston man convicted on tax charges for second time gets probation

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Cranston man has been sentenced for the second time on federal tax charges after admitting he failed to pay more...

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Wind farm off RI coast can continue construction

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Construction on the Revolution Wind project is to resume following a ruling by a U.S. District Court judge for the...

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Cranston man charged after deadly hit-and-run on Scituate Avenue

CRANSTON, R.I. — A Cranston man is facing charges after police say he failed to stop following a crash that killed a woman...

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Ongoing state payroll system problems lead RI union to explore legal options, consult Oregon unions

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island state employees continue to report widespread problems with the state’s new payroll software, which went live in mid-November...

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Jefferson Boulevard I-95 South on-ramp closed until 2027

WARWICK, R.I. — Drivers who use Jefferson Boulevard to access I-95 South should prepare for a long-term change. The Rhode Island Department of...

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Patriots beat Chargers in AFC Wild Card showdown

FOXBORO — Playoff football is back in New England as the Patriots beat the Chargers in the AFC Wild Card round. The New...

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“ICE Out for Good” rally held at Rhode Island State House

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside Providence City Hall and the Rhode Island State House on Sunday afternoon for the “ICE...

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Chargers eat at Los Andes restaurant ahead of AFC Wild Card vs. Patriots

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — As the Los Angeles Chargers settle into New England for their AFC Wild Card game against the Patriots, several players...

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URI hires Colleen Mullen as the women’s basketball coach

KINGSTON, R.I. — The University of Rhode Island (URI) has named Colleen Mullen as the new head coach of its women’s basketball program, turning to an...