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Video showing Providence officers striking man during arrest under investigation

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Providence police and the mayor’s office are investigating after a video shared on social media appeared to show officers repeatedly...

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Man allegedly threatens Providence police chief

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A man is facing charges after a crash involving Providence Police Chief Oscar Perez led to a confrontation Friday afternoon, according to the Providence...

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Providence police identify woman killed in Broad Street shooting

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Providence police have identified the woman killed in a shooting on Broad Street late Wednesday afternoon. Officials say 29-year-old Morgan...

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Providence police sergeant moved from unpaid to paid leave after assault case

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Rhode Island Superior Court judge has ordered that Providence Police Sergeant Joseph Hanley, who pleaded no contest in the...

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Hotel Viking celebrates 100th anniversary in Newport

NEWPORT, R.I. — A century after first opening its doors, Hotel Viking is celebrating its 100th anniversary as one of Newport’s most recognizable...