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Rhode Island 34 mins ago

Person of interest in custody following deadly shooting at Brown University

Providence Chief of Police Colonel Oscar L. Perez Jr. confirmed that a person of interest in the Brown University mass shooting is now in custody.

Rhode Island 4 hours ago

At least 2 students dead, 9 wounded after mass shooting at Brown University; manhunt underway for gunman

At least two people are dead and nine others are wounded after a mass shooting at Brown University. A manhunt is underway for the suspected gunman.

Mass Shootings 10 hours ago

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 10 hours ago

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 4 days ago

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.

Rhode Island August 23

Rhode Island prosecutor in viral arrest video placed on unpaid leave, job future unclear

The Rhode Island Attorney General's office confirms prosecutor Devon Flanagan, whose arrest for trespassing went viral this week, will be placed on unpaid leave starting Monday.

Rhode Island August 19

WATCH: Footage shows blue state prosecutor warning officers they'll 'regret' arresting her: 'I'm an AG!'

The Rhode Island Attorney General's Office is launching a probe after a state prosecutor was allegedly berating officers as they tried to arrest her, yelling at them: "I'm an AG!"

Crime August 14

American accused of faking death, fleeing US found guilty of raping former girlfriend

Nicholas Rossi, who is accused of faking his own death and fleeing the country to avoid sexual assault charges, was convicted Wednesday of first-degree felony rape. He will be sentenced in October.

VIDEO August 12

ICE official describes the 'BAD ACTORS' the agency is 'going after'

Acting I.C.E. director Todd Lyons weighs in on the agency reportedly setting a new detention record this week and addresses whether Rhode Island police 'cooperated' with the arrest of an alleged sex offender on 'America Reports.'

VIDEO August 11

DHS official argues Rhode Island is 'putting their own people in danger'

DHS Public Affairs assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin claims Rhode Island 'refused' to honor a detainer for an illegal migrant on 'America Reports.'

Immigration August 9

ICE arrests illegal immigrant charged with child sex crimes after his release by local police despite detainer

ICE arrested an illegal immigrant from Guatemala after Rhode Island police released him despite child sex crime charges and an active immigration detainer.

Illegal Immigrants July 14

Progressive Dem rep faces backlash for calling ICE 'Nazi thugs' while defending MS-13 gang member

Progressive lawmaker sparks controversy by condemning ICE as 'thugs' after they apprehended an MS-13 member with fentanyl charges who was released despite an immigration detainer.

Rhode Island July 9

Rhode Island man charged for allegedly threatening to kill Trump, other administration officials

FBI investigation leads to charges against a 37-year-old man who allegedly admitted to posting threats targeting Trump and officials on Truth Social.

Travel July 4

America's oldest Independence Day parade marks 240 years of patriotic tradition

Bristol, Rhode Island celebrates its 240th anniversary of America's oldest Independence Day parade, featuring a town crier, float contests, and visiting Navy ship USS Billings.

Rhode Island June 27

Providence City Council approves mailers teaching residents how to resist ICE operations

Rhode Island's capital city distributes bilingual cards advising residents on immigration enforcement, noting immigrants have been vital to Providence for centuries.

Travel June 20

Captain Cook's legendary ship finally identified near New England resort after 250 years

The remains of the historic HMS Endeavour have been definitively located at a site near Newport, Rhode Island. The ship was the first European vessel to reach Australia's east coast.

Rhode Island June 17

Human remains found near Taylor Swift's mansion identified

Human remains found near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island mansion identified as Eric Wein of Massachusetts, with police concluding no foul play despite social media serial killer speculation.

Massachusetts June 5

New England serial killer fears stoked by 13th body found in small town

The body of 21-year-old Adriana Suazo found in Milton, Massachusetts becomes the 13th unexplained death across New England since March 2025.

Food-Drink May 29

This $140 all-you-can-eat buffet feels like a 'luxury resort vacation'

This $140 dining experience has lobsters, oysters, filet mignon, live music and more. The Nordic in Rhode Island is home to far more than its legendary all-you-can-eat buffet.

Media May 28

Brown University clears student of wrongdoing after he sent campus employees DOGE-like email

Ahead of his House testimony spotlighting the debate over university expenses, Brown University student Alex Shieh was cleared by the Ivy League school of policy violations.

VIDEO May 21

Lee Zeldin and Democratic senator yell over EPA grants on Capitol Hill

Fox News anchor Trace Gallagher breaks down EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., squaring off over EPA grants on 'America Reports.'

US May 16

Rhode Island police chief rejects serial killer theory after human remains found near Taylor Swift's mansion

Fears that a body found near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island beach mansion may be linked to a New England serial killer were dismissed by a police chief Friday.