Medicaid Gender-Care Lawsuit: Twenty-one states (including Rhode Island) and D.C. sued the Trump administration over a rule that would block federal Medicaid and CHIP funding for gender-affirming care for transgender youth, arguing it unlawfully strips states of their role in medical coverage decisions. Hospital Strain: National coverage highlights how GOP health care cuts are pushing hospitals and clinics toward closures and longer waits, with staffing and uncompensated care worsening. Corrections Workforce Funding: RIDOC received $1.7 million in federal earmarks to modernize its transportation fleet and expand correctional job training through Rhode Island Correctional Industries. Rabies Alert: Rhode Island’s rabies cases rose to 34 after two Warwick raccoons tested positive; officials urged pet vaccinations and caution around wildlife. Postpartum Mental Health Spotlight: A Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, renewing attention on postpartum psychosis and mental health support. Rural Health Training Grant: Rhode Island committed $5.48 million to rural healthcare workforce training through a federal Rural Health Transformation Program. Special Education Funding: Rhode Island won a five-year, $3.68 million federal grant to strengthen special education services and expand pathways for special educators. Type 1 Diabetes Camp Support: URI students and staff helped run a sleepaway camp for kids with Type 1 diabetes, with medical and nutrition teams monitoring blood sugar 24/7. Health Costs Poll: A URI survey found 72% of Rhode Islanders worry about high healthcare costs, and nearly 1 in 3 skipped doctor-recommended care due to affordability.