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Judge Stays Former Governor Barbour’s Pardons

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North Korea Fires Another 'Short-Range Projectile'

Like the missiles on Saturday, the projectile missed neighboring countries. The U.S. called the launch "provocations."

Boom Or Bust? Saving Rhode Island's 'Superman' Building

The iconic Industrial Trust Tower in downtown Providence is empty for the first time in 85 years. Developers want to turn it into luxury apartments — and want the state and city to pay for it. But Providence — like the rest of Rhode Island — faces its own economic problems, as well as a recent failed investment.

Reports: Yahoo Board Approves $1.1 Billion Purchase Of Tumblr

The deal for the blogging site is designed to attract younger users to the ailing Web portal. The Wall Street Journal is basing its report on unnamed sources close to the situation.

On Sunday News Shows, Obama Official Plays Defense

White House senior adviser Dan Pfeiffer said Republicans are trying to make political hay with the scandals.

Police Accidentally Killed Hofstra University Student

Police shot Andrea Rebello, 21, while they were trying to free her from a man holding her hostage.