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R.I. Trans Youth Records Fight: A federal judge in Rhode Island slammed the Trump administration’s push to get confidential medical records tied to transgender minors, calling DOJ’s conduct “reckless” and “appalling” and blocking the subpoena for Brown Health’s Rhode Island Hospital. Rural Health Funding: Rhode Island is set to receive $156M to strengthen care in 18 rural communities—now the state is spelling out how it will be spent. Public Health Reminders: RIDOH is urging rabies prevention as summer nears, warning that there’s no cure once symptoms start. Food Safety & Waste: URI Cooperative Extension is hosting a June 4 conference on donating unused food safely and legally for colleges and commercial kitchens. Community & Safety: Westerly is testing a “no cell phone” day ahead of a statewide school device rule starting next August. Overdose Trend: National overdose deaths fell nearly 14% in 2025, though some states saw increases.

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Rhode Island’s 10th annual Quahog Week kicks off Saturday with statewide specials and three free public events

Rhode Island’s 10th annual Quahog Week kicks off Saturday with statewide specials and three free public events

Spring Legislative Landscape: Proposed Energy & Environmental Legislation in the 2026 Rhode Island General Assembly

Spring Legislative Landscape: Proposed Energy & Environmental Legislation in the 2026 Rhode Island General Assembly

RIDOH reminds Rhode Islanders of rabies prevention

RIDOH reminds Rhode Islanders of rabies prevention

Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announces tenth annual Quahog Week for May 17-23

Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announces tenth annual Quahog Week for May 17-23

RI got $156M for rural health care. How the money will be spent

RI got $156M for rural health care. How the money will be spent

Judge blocks DOJ’s demand for Rhode Island hospital records of transgender kids: ‘unworthy of this trust’

Judge blocks DOJ’s demand for Rhode Island hospital records of transgender kids: ‘unworthy of this trust’

Court fight continues: DOJ appeals ruling upholding privacy of trans youth medical records

Court fight continues: DOJ appeals ruling upholding privacy of trans youth medical records


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