News Tipoffs - Rhode Island Editors
5 ways that Rhode Island factored into the American Revolution
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 19 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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5 ways that Rhode Island factored into the American Revolution
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -While Brown University professors Phil Gould and Seth Rockman have co-taught a course titled The American Revolution multiple times over the years, it has felt more relevant than usual this semester as the United States approaches its semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026.
The course explores through primary
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AG Campbell Challenges U.S. Department Of Education Rule Limiting Access To Student Loans For Essential Professional Degree Programs
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 19 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release:
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AG Campbell Challenges U.S. Department Of Education Rule Limiting Access To Student Loans For Essential Professional Degree Programs
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Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for stu
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AG Nessel, Governor Whitmer Sue U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
LANSING, Michigan, May 19 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel, Governor Whitmer Sue U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education (PDF) over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students p
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 20 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 19, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
Attorney General Kris Mayes today joined a coalition of attorneys general in suing the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree p
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As Trump's War Surges Gas Prices, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo Call for Big Oil Profits Clawback to Get Rhode Islanders Relief at the Pump
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's War Surges Gas Prices, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo Call for Big Oil Profits Clawback to Get Rhode Islanders Relief at the Pump
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Big Oil Windfall Profits bill would protect consumers from giant oil companies exploiting world events to jack up prices
Washington, D.C. - With gas prices skyrocketing because of President Trump's war in the Middle East, U.S. Senator Sheldon Whit
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Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Attempt to Limit Student Loan Access for Healthcare Workers
SACRAMENTO, California, May 18 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Attempt to Limit Student Loan Access for Healthcare Workers
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania, filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Education's final rule that narrows the federal definition of a "professiona
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Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration Over New Federal Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
MONTPELIER, Vermont, May 19 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release:
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Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration Over New Federal Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
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The case marks AG Clark's 50th lawsuit against the Trump Administration
Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of attorneys general and governors in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a
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Attorney General James Sues to Stop Student Loan Cuts for Future Health Care Workers
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release:
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Attorney General James Sues to Stop Student Loan Cuts for Future Health Care Workers
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New York Attorney General Letitia James today co-led a coalition of 24 other states and the District of Columbia in suing the Trump administration to stop unlawful restrictions on federal student loans for students pursuing careers in critical health care fields.
In May, the U.S. Department of Educ
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Attorney General Phil Weiser sues U.S. Department of Education over restrictions on student loan access for healthcare professionals
DENVER, Colorado, May 19 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Phil Weiser sues U.S. Department of Education over restrictions on student loan access for healthcare professionals
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Attorney General Phil Weiser today co-led a coalition of 24 attorneys general and two governors in suing the U.S. Department of Education over a new final rule that would significantly limit federal student loan access for graduate students in critical h
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CHALLENGES UNLAWFUL U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RULE LIMITING ACCESS TO STUDENT LOANS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 19 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CHALLENGES UNLAWFUL U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RULE LIMITING ACCESS TO STUDENT LOANS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS
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Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of states, filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degrees, includi
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Attorney General Rayfield Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
SALEM, Oregon, May 19 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Rayfield Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
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Coalition challenges unlawful rule that could restrict access to advanced education and worsen workforce shortages
Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of attorneys general are challenging the U.S. Department of Education (ED) over
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Attorney General Tong Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 19 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Tong Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
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Coalition challenges unlawful rule that could restrict access to advanced education and worsen workforce shortages
Attorney General William Tong today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. De
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CVS Health collaborates with America250 to support the nation's 250th anniversary celebration
WOONSOCKET, Rhode Island, May 19 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- CVS Health posted the following news release:
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CVS Health collaborates with America250 to support the nation's 250th anniversary celebration
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WASHINGTON -May 19, 2026 -CVS Health today announced its collaboration with America250, the national nonpartisan organization leading the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
CVS Health was founded in a single store in Lowel
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Dr. Francesca L. Beaudoin named School of Public Health dean at Brown
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 19 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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Dr. Francesca L. Beaudoin named School of Public Health dean at Brown
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Dr. Francesca L. Beaudoin, a widely respected epidemiologist, emergency physician and addiction medicine specialist, has been appointed the next dean of Brown University's School of Public Health (SPH), effective June 1, 2026. Beaudoin has been serving in the role on an interim basis since Jan. 1, 2026.
Beaudoin -an alumna of SPH who
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Emergency Motion Filed to Prevent the Release of Private Medical Records of Minors Receiving Medical Care at RI Hospital
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 19 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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Emergency Motion Filed to Prevent the Release of Private Medical Records of Minors Receiving Medical Care at RI Hospital
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Rhode Island's Child Advocate filed an emergency motion this morning in the federal appeals court in Boston seeking a court order before 10 PM EST tonight barring Rhode Island Hospital (RIH) from turning over to a federal court in
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Federal Register: Treasury Dept. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Issues Final Rule on Preemption Determination - State Interest-on-Escrow Laws
WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSFR) -- The Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is issuing a preemption determination concluding that Federal law preempts State laws that restrict OCC-regulated banks' flexibility to decide whether and to what extent to pay interest or other compensation on funds placed in real estate escrow accounts; or assess fees in connection with such accounts. This preemption determination will provide much-needed clarity to banks and other stakeholde
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Genetically reengineered bacteria targets cancerous tumors
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 19 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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Genetically reengineered bacteria targets cancerous tumors
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KINGSTON, R.I. -May 19, 2026 -Cancerous tumors are masters of disguise that fly under the radar of the human immune system, hiding to evade capture while growing and wreaking havoc on their host's health. However, when oncolytic (cancer-killing) bacteria are injected into a tumor, the immune system is alerted to the invader and destroy
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HHS Imposes 6 Month Nationwide Moratorium on Medicare Hospice Enrollments to Combat Fraud
WASHINGTON, May 19 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued the following notice in the Federal Register on May 15, 2026.
This notice announces the imposition of a 6-month nationwide moratorium on the Medicare enrollment of hospices.
DATES:
This moratorium is effective on May 13, 2026.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
A. CMS' Authority To Impose Temporary Enrollment Moratoria
1. Statutory and Regulatory Background
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Md. A.G. Brown Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Unlawful Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 20 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 19, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Unlawful Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today co-led a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the Governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania in challenging a new U.S. Department of Education rule that unlawfully limits access to federa
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Meet the 2026 Health Journalism Fellows
COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 19 [Category: Media] -- The Association of Health Care Journalists posted the following news:
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Meet the 2026 Health Journalism Fellows
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AHCJ is excited to announce the 2026 Health Journalism fellows. This group is a dynamic and diverse mix of passionate and dedicated journalists committed to illuminating the complexities of health care in today's world.
This year, more than 60 fellows will receive registration, travel support and lodging to attend Health Journ
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N.J. A.G. Davenport Sues to Protect Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
TRENTON, New Jersey, May 20 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 19, 2026:
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AG Davenport Sues to Protect Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
Coalition Challenges Unlawful Rule That Could Restrict Access to Advanced Education and Worsen Healthcare Workforce Shortages
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Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education ove
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Partnership with Write the World helps first year writing students find their voice with AI tutors
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, May 19 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Partnership with Write the World helps first year writing students find their voice with AI tutors
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In Carrie Kell Ed.D.'s "Writing Workshop" course, first-year students have found a surprising editing partner: Clara AI, a Socratic artificial intelligence-powered tutor. Through a collaboration with Write the World, a nonprofit that aims to develop teenagers' writing and critical thinking skills, Kell is h
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Reed Slams Trump's Corrupt, Self-Dealing, So-called $1.776 Billion Settlement
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Slams Trump's Corrupt, Self-Dealing, So-called $1.776 Billion Settlement
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Today, the Trump Administration announced that President Trump is "settling" a lawsuit and attempting to grant himself control of a $1.776 billion non-transparent slush fund, paid for by U.S. taxpayers, that he could use to pay cronies, entities he controls, or others that he alone could effectively deem were unfairly t
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Rhode Island Supreme Court Issues Opinion on GEICO General Insurance Vs. Fama Diop
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 20 -- The Rhode Island Supreme Court issued the following opinion:
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GEICO General Insurance Company v. Fama Diop et al.
Present: Suttell, C.J., Robinson, Lynch Prata, and Long, JJ.
OPINION
Justice Long, for the Court. The defendant and counterclaim plaintiff, Fama Diop (defendant or Ms. Diop), appeals from a judgment of the Superior Court in favor of the plaintiff and counterclaim defendant, GEICO General Insurance Company (plaintiff or GEICO), in GEICO's
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RI Delegation Secures $20.3 Million for T.F. Green International Airport & Local Airports
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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RI Delegation Secures $20.3 Million for T.F. Green International Airport & Local Airports
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) has been awarded $20,372,714 million in federal funding to advance infrastructure upgrades and construction projects at T.F. Gr
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Sen. Collins Stresses Need for Job Corps, Quick H-2B Visa Processing to Labor Sec
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, chairwoman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on May 19, 2026:
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Sen. Collins Stresses Need for Job Corps, Quick H-2B Visa Processing to Labor Sec
At a hearing to review the Department of Labor's (FY) 2027 budget request, U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Appropriations Committee, emphasized to Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling that the Job Corps program has helped many young people in Main
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URI College of Health Sciences expands summer internship opportunities
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 19 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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URI College of Health Sciences expands summer internship opportunities
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More students from the University of Rhode Island's College of Health Sciences will receive valuable hands-on learning experiences thanks to funds raised for summer internships.
The College of Health Sciences, with support from the URI Foundation, secured $350,000 from generous donors to fund internships over the next fi
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Voting Rights Group Seeks Ruling to Prevent Federal Interference in Elections Before 2026 Midterms
WASHINGTON, May 19 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Common Cause posted the following news release:
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Voting Rights Group Seeks Ruling to Prevent Federal Interference in Elections Before 2026 Midterms
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Common Cause and four individual voters filed a motion for partial summary judgment in their federal lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from attempting to compile voters' personal data and take over elections from the states. With just months before the midterm elections and primaries alrea
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Washington State Attorney General sues U.S. Department of Education over unlawfully limiting federal student loan access
OLYMPIA, Washington, May 19 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release:
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WA sues U.S. Department of Education over unlawfully limiting federal student loan access
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Washington and a multistate coalition have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree programs, including many in healthcare and other critical workforce fields
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