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Broad Street Safety Crisis Demands Action | Providence News
Broad Street’s nightlife is turning dangerous for residents—police are regularly dispersing crowds of 300, and incidents like robberies, assaults, and even stabbings are becoming too frequent to ignore. While the city’s licensing board exists to enforce rules, it’s failing to hold venues accountable for repeated public safety violations. A new proposal calls for automatic emergency suspensions after just two offenses in six months, mandatory revocation hearings, and steep fines—up to $5,000—with money reinvested into the community. The message is clear: safety must trump profits, and stronger…
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