Vol. CXXXII · No. CDLXXXIXFRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026Ocean State Edition

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First Circuit denies Child Advocate's motion to block Rhode Island Hospital subpoena compliance

A First Circuit panel denied the Rhode Island Child Advocate's request for an injunction pending appeal that would have prevented Rhode Island Hospital from turning over medical records responsive to a DOJ subpoena. The court found the Child Advocate had not demonstrated the irreparable harm required for emergency relief. The dispute involves competing orders from district courts in Texas and Rhode Island.

rilawyersweekly.comMAY 28, 2026
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First Circuit denies emergency bid to block Rhode Island Hospital records release to DOJ

A three-judge First Circuit panel unanimously denied an emergency request by Rhode Island's Child Advocate to block Rhode Island Hospital from turning over medical records of minors who received gender-affirming care, records sought by the Justice Department. A Texas federal judge had ordered the hospital to comply, while a Rhode Island federal judge granted the Child Advocate's motion to quash the subpoena, creating conflicting district court rulings.

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MAY 28, 2026
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Rhode Island Supreme Court to hear case on CACFP termination and res judicata

The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirmed dismissal of a complaint alleging disparate treatment and disparate impact under the Rhode Island Civil Rights Act, brought by plaintiffs terminated from the Child and Adult Care Food Program. The court held that the plaintiffs could have raised their discrimination allegations before an administrative review official but chose not to, and were barred by res judicata.

rilawyersweekly.comMAY 28, 2026
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Care New England Cuts 30+ Leadership Jobs Amid $20M Budget Gap

Care New England Health System is eliminating over 30 leadership and nonclinical positions, citing unprecedented economic challenges from inadequate Medicaid reimbursement, rising labor costs, and uncompensated care needs. The health system faces a $20 million budget shortfall in fiscal year 2026. CNE operates Kent County Memorial Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Butler Hospital, and Providence Center.

pbn.comMAY 28, 2026
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Rebecca Aitchison appointed US magistrate judge for Rhode Island District Court

Rebecca L. Aitchison will assume the US magistrate judge seat in October 2026, replacing Patricia A. Sullivan. Aitchison, currently an assistant federal defender and former RI Public Defender trial lawyer, was announced May 26 by the District Court. Chief Judge McConnell praised her public-service record and commitment to equal justice. She is the daughter of a Brazilian immigrant and proficient in Portuguese and Spanish.

bostonglobe.comMAY 27, 2026
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AG Neronha sues Kalshi and Polymarket over alleged illegal sports gambling

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha filed suit in Providence County Superior Court May 21, alleging that prediction-market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket conduct unlicensed sports betting via "event contracts." Neronha argues they evade state gambling laws. Kalshi countersued in federal court the same day, claiming exclusive federal jurisdiction under derivatives regulation. The lawsuits mirror disputes in other states over prediction markets.

bostonglobe.comMAY 27, 2026
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Care New England eliminates 30 jobs, cites $20M budget gap

Care New England is cutting more than 30 leadership and non-clinical positions in response to a $20 million budget shortfall. President and CEO Dr. Michael Wagner cited inadequate Medicaid reimbursement rates, rising labor and supply costs, and increasing uncompensated care as drivers of the layoffs. The hospital network, which includes Kent Hospital, Women and Infants, Butler Hospital, and The Providence Center, will offer assistance to affected workers.

turnto10.comMAY 27, 2026
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Electric Boat partners with North Kingstown High for machinist training program

Electric Boat has launched a partnership with North Kingstown High School offering students a hands-on machinist manufacturing defense program. The CCRI-based curriculum addresses staffing shortages in the defense industry, with some seniors already employed at Electric Boat while finishing high school. The program provides students direct career pathways into the manufacturing sector as Electric Boat continues hiring to meet production demands.

turnto10.comMAY 27, 2026
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Greater Providence Chamber president opposes McKee millionaires tax on '10 News Conference'

Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce President Laurie White argued against Gov. McKee's proposed millionaires tax, warning it would raise tax rates by 50% and trigger out-migration from Rhode Island. White said Rhode Island is currently benefiting from in-migration from Massachusetts residents fleeing that state's surtax, and suggested the state should focus on controlling spending growth rather than raising taxes on high earners.

turnto10.comMAY 27, 2026
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K-12 Council votes unanimously to return Providence schools to local control

The Rhode Island Council on Elementary and Secondary Education officially voted to return the Providence Public School District from state to local control by July 1, ending seven years of state intervention that began in 2019. Superintendent Javier Montañez confirmed district leadership will work to ensure stability during the transition. A community forum is scheduled for June 3 to discuss implementation details.

browndailyherald.comMAY 27, 2026
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Speaker Blazejewski proposes inspector general office in first major legislative move

New House Speaker Christopher Blazejewski introduced legislation to create an independent Office of Inspector General to investigate fraud, waste, and abuse in state agencies. The bill exempts the legislative and judicial branches from investigation, citing separation of powers concerns. Blazejewski cited infrastructure failures like the Washington Bridge collapse and payroll system errors as justification for increased oversight amid tighter federal scrutiny.

wpri.comMAY 27, 2026
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