Rhode Island state crime lab faces full accreditation review amid forensic errors
Two firearm "misidentifications" have drawn scrutiny in advance of an accrediting board's expected assessment on the weekend ...
Providence police pursue discipline for sergeant involved with assault on handcuffed man
Providence police sergeant Joseph Hanley, who pleaded no contest to simple assault, faces disciplinary charges. Hanley is ...
5 arrested after undercover operation to combat sexual exploitation of children
River police said they arrested five men after an undercover operation that targeted people seeking to exploit minors through ...
Roger Williams University revamps Extension School
Previously known as University College, the school said the new name reflects the growth of RWU EXT in affordable and industry-focused educational programs.
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Rhode Island troopers make multiple drug, warrant arrests
PROVIDENCE — Rhode Island State Police arrested four individuals on various charges including cyberstalking, drug possession, and bench warrants during a series of incidents beginning Tuesday morning.
RI State Police corporal honored by Special Olympics
Special Olympics Rhode Island has announced the winner of the second annual Elwood Johnson Outstanding Service Award.
Disciplinary hearing for embattled Providence police officer begins
A hearing to determine if an embattled Providence police officer accused of assault nearly five years ago can keep his job ...
Man describes cruelty during two decades of captivity at family home in Connecticut
Police in Connecticut are trying to determine how a man could have been held captive in his home for 20 years without anyone ...
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Rhode Island man arrested in Woonsocket for stolen vehicle, domestic assault
WOONSOCKET — Rhode Island State Police arrested a Middletown man Wednesday evening on multiple charges including possession of a stolen motor vehicle and an outstanding warrant for domestic assault.