Headlines 14 December 2025

Two dead in Brown University shooting

By Christen Smith
The Center Square

Two people are dead and eight injured after a shooter opened fire at Brown University on Saturday.

Local law enforcement said during an evening news conference that few details are available on the at-large suspect, described as a male wearing all black, who opened fire in Barus & Holley Building during final exams in the afternoon.

“This is a very fluid situation and dynamically evolving,” said Rodney Chatman, chief of the Brown University’s Police Department. “Needless to say my primary concern is the safety and security of this community, and we are encouraging if anyone has information about the tragic events that unfolded this afternoon to please contact us and provide that information.”

Tim O’Hara, deputy chief of the Providence Police Department, said the shooter left the building on foot via Hope Street and the city remained on lockdown. 

“The shelter in place is still in order and I urge people to take that very seriously,” he said.

Roughly 11,000 students attend the Ivy League university established in 1764.

President Donald Trump told Fox News from the White House that he'd been "fully briefed" on the situation. Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee confirmed he'd been in touch with the president, as well, and the FBI is assisting with the investigation.

"What a terrible thing it is," he said. "And all we can do right now is pray for the victims."

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