AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGordon S. Wood Remembered: The Pulitzer Prize-winning Brown historian who shaped how Americans understood the Revolution died at 92 after being struck by a car in East Providence, a reminder of his long influence—and the debates over what his work left out. World Cup in Rhode Island: Ghana’s Black Stars landed at T.F. Green and begin the final prep phase in Providence ahead of the June 17 opener vs. Panama, with training at Bryant University and a busy run of community events and fan programming. Public Records, Streets Safety: Rhode Island lawmakers approved making state crash data public, closing a loophole that let RIDOT deny requests; the change is headed to Gov. Dan McKee. Statehouse Session Wrap: The General Assembly moved quickly on the last day, including a three-year charter school moratorium and other measures aimed at limiting federal overreach. Abuse Survivors’ Legal Window: Gov. McKee is set to sign bills expanding Rhode Island’s ability for childhood sexual abuse victims to revive expired civil claims, including a “revival window.” Providence Transit & Summer Events: The Providence-Newport ferry starts today with multiple daily trips, and the PVD FanZone opens at Station Park for World Cup watch parties and cultural programming. Health & Safety Alerts: Rhode Island issued an air quality alert for unhealthy ozone levels for sensitive groups.
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