Offshore wind fight: Rhode Island is among states backing a coalition challenging the Trump administration’s freeze and “payoffs” tied to offshore wind lease buyouts, arguing the moves violate federal law and could raise energy costs while stalling clean-energy jobs. Local economy watch: A URI economist says Rhode Island’s recession may be easing, pointing to a May improvement in the Current Conditions Index, stronger retail sales, and gains in manufacturing hours and wages. Water infrastructure momentum: The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee unanimously advanced the 2026 Water Resources Development Act, a bipartisan package that would fund drinking water, wastewater, flood risk, and ecosystem work with potential benefits for Rhode Island. School facilities update: Chariho’s draft facility assessment is nearing the state’s replacement threshold for some buildings, with the district sharing Bureau Veritas findings as a draft while planning next steps. Food safety: Rhode Island health officials reminded residents about cyclosporiasis after a multistate outbreak linked to Taco Bell shredded iceberg lettuce; Rhode Island reports no linked cases so far. Community grants: The Rhode Island Energy Foundation announced $250,000 in grants to 15 nonprofits through its Empowering Communities program. PFAS testing: Tiverton says DEM testing found PFAS above acceptable limits in private wells near Crandall Road and Bolduc Lane, and is offering free retesting and filtration support.