Billy,

I have the same issue with my Providence.  Once, after I unlocked the latches I tried lifting up the key while it was still in the lock.  It worked but also bent the key.  Fortunately it did not break it.

I just crawl under the front end and push out on the bottom of the hood.  I recommend having someone on the outside to keep it from slamming open if you push too hard.  I is not very convenient but works.

I hope someone has a better solution.

Update on the pull tabs. You an find them on amazon called  RC Designer L539 Finger Pull Compartment Lock.  They have to be modified a bit because they are a bit large to fit because of the design of the hood.  A drimel drill or a grinding wheel will work great to cut it down to size to fit correctly. I have new locks ordered since I broke the key off in one of them.