Providence is in headlines after a deadly Brown University campus shooting; the city, Rhode Island’s capital, is home to Brown and 190k+ residents.
Scottish supporters are converging on Providence, Rhode Island, for the World Cup, seeking affordable travel options and group transport. Organizers expect 6,000–7,000 fans, with local authorities and businesses coordinating buses, lodging, and events to keep costs down while celebrating Scotland's return to the tournament.
Powell, a college basketball player, pleaded not guilty to charges of domestic violence and threatening behavior in Rhode Island. He was released on a recognizance bond, with restrictions on contact with the victim. The incidents involve an argument, injury, and threats to kill, with police arresting him at gunpoint.
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