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Settlement reached in suit over closure of Providence high school

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The surprise announcement in February that the South Providence school would close roiled the community, as students and teachers said they weren’t given any opportunity for input before the decision was made. Students walked out of class to protest the closure, and the Providence City Council and Providence School Board both passed resolutions opposing it. … Read more

ACLU Settles Suit on Behalf of Pawtucket Firefighters After Unlawful Search of Personal Lockers

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The American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island today announced the settlement of a federal lawsuit against Pawtucket city officials on behalf of five firefighters whose personal lockers at the fire station were searched by police without their knowledge or consent. The conclusion of this lawsuit affirms that the search was unlawful, violating both the … Read more