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Mass Shootings December 13

Law enforcement expert warns early details ‘often change’ as manhunt intensifies at Brown University

A retired FBI agent expert explains why the Brown University shooter search takes time as officers clear buildings. Early information often changes during active investigations.

Crime December 13

Elite Ivy League campus latest to grapple with mass shooting as violence erupts at Brown University

The Brown University community was devastated after a deadly shooting at an engineering building left two people dead and eight others wounded.

Drugs December 10

3 people arrested after 7 Providence College students overdose at off-campus party

Three people were arrested and charged for supplying fentanyl to Providence College students who overdosed during an off-campus party last week.

Drug and Substance Abuse December 3

Elderly Texas woman learns fate for distributing 150,000 doses of fentanyl through the mail

Federal agents caught an elderly nurse running a massive fentanyl ring, packaging deadly pills in her home after financial struggles during COVID-19.

Justice Department December 2

DOJ sues six states for refusing to turn over voter registration rolls, warns ‘open defiance’ of federal law

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced federal lawsuits against six states that failed to comply with voter roll transparency requirements under federal election laws.

State Department November 21

White House dubs Dem a scam victim after he fumes Rubio wouldn’t fund climate trip

Rhode Island senator forced to attend Brazil climate summit without official U.S. credentials after Trump administration blocks State Department support.

Campus Radicals November 14

Most Brown University conservatives fear expressing beliefs on campus: school poll

Brown University poll reveals only 6% of students identify as conservative, with 72% afraid to share political opinions publicly on the liberal-dominated campus.

Media September 17

DOJ sues Rhode Island schools for race-based student loan forgiveness that excludes White teachers

Rhode Island faced federal lawsuit for race-based teacher loan forgiveness program that provides up to $25,000 in debt relief exclusively to educators of color.

Miss America September 6

Miss America hopeful swaps combat boots for evening gown, says military service gives her purpose

Army National Guard soldier Alexia Rodrigues uses her Miss America platform to raise awareness about foster care reform and support for military women.

Crime August 28

Rhode Island prosecutor in viral arrest video slapped with 6-month suspension, pleads in court

Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan was placed on unpaid leave following her arrest for trespassing at Clarke Cooke House restaurant in Newport.

Illegal Immigrants August 25

Providence police violated city ordinance by assisting ICE operation, investigators find

Rhode Island investigators found Providence officers impermissibly helped ICE agents by establishing perimeter and gathering intelligence after a pursuit.