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Commonwealth sought to exclude Brown University professor’s expert testimony in Karen Reed trial

Dr. Elizabeth Laposata, a Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Brown University, took the stand in the Karen Read trial...

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Providence reaches out to Matunuck Oyster Bar to use space owned by the city

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – After a devastating fire last month, support continues to pour in for the beloved Matunuck Oyster Bar. Local fundraisers have...

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Providence Protesters Rally in Support of Los Angeles Demonstrations Against Immigration Raids

Providence Protesters Rally in Support of Los Angeles Demonstrations Against Immigration Raids PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Hundreds of people filled the streets of Providence...

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Major Cyberattack Hits RI-Based UNFI, Disrupts Grocery Supply Chain 

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), the Providence-headquartered wholesale grocery giant, has taken its systems offline following a cybersecurity breach that’s...

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Cranston native Vinny Paz inducted into Boxing Hall of Fame

CANASTOTA, N.Y. — A true Rhode Island warrior has officially taken his place among the greatest in boxing history. Vinny Paz, the Cranston...

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R.I. State Rep. calls for anti-ICE protests in Rhode Island

RI State Rep Calls for Anti-ICE Protest Inspired by LA Demonstrations PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island State Rep. Enrique Sanchez (D-Providence) is calling...

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From Wieners to Winners: Wally’s wins “Best Meatball on Federal Hill”

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — In a surprising twist at this year’s Festa di San Giuseppe on Federal Hill, Wally’s also known as Wally’s Wieners,...

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15-Year-Old Girl Killed, 3 Seriously Injured after partial building collapse in Portsmouth, RI

PORTSMOUTH, R.I. — A 15-year-old girl was killed and three others were injured Saturday evening when part of a building collapsed during a...

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OSHA demands contractor take action after Washington Bridge demo sees 4th injury

One year ago, RIDOT awarded the initial bid for the Washington Bridge demo contract to Aetna and Director Peter Alviti discussed the reasons...