# Middle East Tragedy and Local Hit-and-Run | Providence News

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Podcast: [Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/providence-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606668)
Published: 2026-07-18T20:19:02+00:00
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Two American service members died in a Jordanian base attack blamed on Iran — a chilling escalation in Middle East tensions with deep human cost. Meanwhile, in Providence, a 35-year-old woman was struck by a hit-and-run driver on Cranston Street, now hospitalized as police hunt for the fleeing vehicle. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/38448275b5a4cb3e

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