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National Mall Faith Showdown: Trump’s “Rededicate 250” prayer rally is drawing thousands to the National Mall, with Christian worship music and big-name GOP officials—while critics say it blurs church-state lines, and even a lone Jewish rabbi used the stage to make a Jewish case for American exceptionalism. Gas Prices & Federal Politics: Democrats are reviving a “Big Oil” windfall profits tax push to cool pump prices as fuel costs stay politically combustible. Study Abroad Push: Sen. Dick Durbin and Sen. Roger Wicker reintroduced the Paul Simon Study Abroad Program Act to expand access for underserved students. Providence Housing Fight: Providence City Council failed to override Mayor Brett Smiley’s veto of rent stabilization, leaving renters frustrated and supply-focused critics unconvinced. Local Culture & Community: La CASA opened in Providence’s Latino arts hub, and Dari Bee Ice Cream reopened after renovations. Health & Care Dollars: New FDA inspection data shows three Providence County-area companies got inspections in April, all with “no action indicated.”

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André Thomas to lead Berkshire Choral International concert celebrating Black composers

André Thomas to lead Berkshire Choral International concert celebrating Black composers

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Push to create Inspector General's Office in Rhode Island gains bipartisan support

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Providence homeowner files lawsuit a year after sewer collapse sent sewage into homes

3 companies in cities within Providence County received three inspections in April

3 companies in cities within Providence County received three inspections in April


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