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Immigration & Courts: A Rhode Island federal judge struck down Trump-era immigration curbs that paused asylum and froze benefits for people from 39 countries, saying the hold can’t be blamed on applicants and violates federal law. Food Supply & SNAP: A judge also blocked USDA enforcement of new conditions tied to gender and immigration, pausing requirements that could have disrupted SNAP and other federal food assistance. Retail Operations: Rhode Island’s Senate passed a bill to limit self-checkout—requiring at least one staffed lane per three self-checkouts and capping how many self-checkouts can be open at once. Energy & Industry: A week of fallout continues from Trump’s wind pullback, including reports of offshore wind deal reversals that are roiling businesses. Local Business & Consumer Costs: AAA data shows Rhode Island gas prices slightly below New England peers, but higher fuel costs are still squeezing household budgets. Tech & Compliance: Microsoft data ranks Vermont near the bottom for AI use, while Microsoft links lower AI adoption to heavier manufacturing and construction workforces. Sports Betting Legal Fight: The CFTC is challenging prediction markets in multiple states, including Rhode Island, setting up major court battles over whether these platforms are gambling or regulated trading.

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Jun. 3, 2026

Easton Select Group adds JPS Pool Service in New England expansion

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Jun. 2, 2026

Jay Gotra launches Rhode Island governor bid with fiscal platform

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May 28, 2026

Ocean House opens Sora sushi concept on the Rhode Island coast

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May 27, 2026

Vic Mellor heads to Cuba to court trade links for Rhode Island

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Rhode Island judge rules Trump admin is 'anti-immigrant' and bans block on asylum seekers from terrorist-harboring nations

Rhode Island judge rules Trump admin is 'anti-immigrant' and bans block on asylum seekers from terrorist-harboring nations

Rhode Island Department of Health approves first kratom manufacturer license

Rhode Island Department of Health approves first kratom manufacturer license

Rhode Island Senate approves 85% total loss threshold bill

Rhode Island Senate approves 85% total loss threshold bill


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Jun. 3, 2026

Grant & Eisenhofer Representing Dozens of Rhode Island Clergy Sexual-Abuse Survivors Amid Long-Awaited Legislative Reform

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Jun. 3, 2026

Easton Select Group Expands into Coastal Rhode Island and Southeastern Connecticut with JPS Pool Service

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Jun. 2, 2026

Jay Gotra Becomes First Indian-American Democrat to Run for Governor of Rhode Island

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Jun. 6, 2026

Federal Court Halts Trump-Era Immigration Restrictions in Major Ruling

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GoNetspeed Construction Underway to Bring Oneonta $4.5M Fiber Network

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Ocean House Introduces Sora, an Elevated Sushi Experience Overlooking the Rhode Island Coast

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