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Providence Mayor Brett Smiley speaks as the manhunt for the gunman continues following a shooting at Brown University.

Brown University has over 1,200 surveillance cameras. Why that wasn’t enough to capture video of the shooting suspect

By Eric Levenson, CNN (CNN) — In March 2021, a Brown University doctoral candidate wrote an op-ed in the school paper criticizing Brown’s increasing use of surveillance cameras and lack of transparency. “In the span of two decades, Brown University quietly deployed an expansive surveillance apparatus, unbeknownst to many in the community; it’s well past

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Brian Walshe appears in court for sentencing in his murder trial on Thursday in Dedham

Judge cites ‘barbaric’ acts in sentencing Brian Walshe to life in prison without parole for wife’s murder

CNN By Lauren del Valle, CNN (CNN) — A judge in Dedham, Massachusetts, called the acts of Brian Walshe “barbaric and incomprehensible” before sentencing him Thursday to life in prison without parole for killing his wife, dismembering her body and discarding her remains in dumpsters. The sentencing comes after a jury on Monday convicted Walshe

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An evidence photo showing a metallic Gucci clasp and some dried blood on a piece of carpet is presented at Brian Walshe's murder trial on December 8.

Judge cites ‘barbaric’ acts in sentencing Brian Walshe to life in prison without parole for wife’s murder

By Lauren del Valle, CNN (CNN) — A judge in Dedham, Massachusetts, called the acts of Brian Walshe “barbaric and incomprehensible” before sentencing him Thursday to life in prison without parole for killing his wife, dismembering her body and discarding her remains in dumpsters. The sentencing comes after a jury on Monday convicted Walshe of

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5 things to know for Dec. 18: Presidential address, Christmas checks, Brown University manhunt, Health care, Boat strikes

By Alexandra Banner, CNN A Blue Origin rocket is set to launch a history-making flight today with the first-ever wheelchair user to travel to space. The mission represents a groundbreaking moment for people with disabilities and mobility challenges. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day.

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Pope Leo appoints pro-migrant archbishop of New York, signaling Church’s more robust approach to Trump

By Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — Pope Leo has appointed a new archbishop of New York who has first-hand experience of countries from where millions have emigrated to the United States, signaling the potential for a more outspoken approach from bishops on immigration. The pope has chosen 58-year-old bishop Ronald Hicks to lead the church

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Police gathered on scene after a stabbing in Crown Heights in Brooklyn

Possible antisemitic attack leaves some in New York’s Jewish community on edge following Bondi Beach shooting

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN (CNN) — As New York police investigate a stabbing possibly fueled by antisemitism just days after the Bondi Beach shooting in Sydney, Australia, leaders in Brooklyn’s Jewish community say the incidents have only worsened the fear and anxiety they already face every day. “It’s a scary time,” said Anna Keller,

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5 things to know for Dec. 17: Brown University manhunt, Reiner murder case, Travel ban, Bondi Beach massacre, Epstein files

CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN Cold and snowy weather has lingered across much of the US since Thanksgiving, but an upcoming pattern change could melt away any chances of a white Christmas for many. Next week’s holiday forecast points to warmer-than-average temperatures in several states. Here’s what else you need to know to get up

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5 things to know for Dec. 17: Brown University manhunt, Reiner murder case, Travel ban, Bondi Beach massacre, Epstein files

CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN Cold and snowy weather has lingered across much of the US since Thanksgiving, but an upcoming pattern change could melt away any chances of a white Christmas for many. Next week’s holiday forecast points to warmer-than-average temperatures in several states. Here’s what else you need to know to get up

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5 things to know for Dec. 17: Brown University manhunt, Reiner murder case, Travel ban, Bondi Beach massacre, Epstein files

By Alexandra Banner, CNN Cold and snowy weather has lingered across much of the US since Thanksgiving, but an upcoming pattern change could melt away any chances of a white Christmas for many. Next week’s holiday forecast points to warmer-than-average temperatures in several states. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to

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