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Data: RI saw 38% uptick in deadly crashes last year

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Rhode Island saw a significant uptick in deadly crashes last year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA said there were 72 ... > react

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