Wind Energy Labor Fallout: Rhode Island electricians say Trump’s push against offshore wind has thrown workers’ schedules and pay into limbo, after stop-work orders and lease buyouts tied to projects like Revolution Wind. Education Funding & School Choice: Lawmakers are set to study a Rhode Island Foundation-led rewrite of the education funding formula, while a new charter-school ban blocked a Providence bilingual school from opening—setting up possible litigation. Federal Money, Rhode Island Missed Opportunity: Rhode Island is poised to send more than $285 million in federal tax dollars to Washington instead of letting families and nonprofits use a new scholarship tax credit program. Caregiving Support: United Way’s 211 helpline expands Rhode Island access for family caregivers through the AARP-backed Caregiver Support Program. Jobs Market Reality Check: A new look at labor data highlights why low unemployment can still mask mismatches between jobs and workers. Guns in the Courts: The U.S. Supreme Court will weigh whether assault-weapons bans violate the Second Amendment, with Rhode Island among states that have passed similar laws. Local Business & Housing: CVS Health Foundation’s 2026 Hometown Fund awarded $1M to 20 Rhode Island nonprofits, including housing and essential-services groups. Retail Competition: A Rhode Island “scorched earth” grocery covenant bill signed into law targets deed restrictions that can block new stores and worsen food deserts.