Offshore Wind Fight: Rhode Island’s energy future is getting another headache as the Trump administration proposes steep new inspection fees for offshore wind, with proposed charges that could run into the tens of millions annually for large projects. RI Budget Watch: The Rhode Island House Finance Committee advanced a revised FY27 budget topping $15.2B, including a phased-in millionaires tax and a new inspector general office—now headed to the full House. Local Governance: North Kingstown’s charter commission is debating whether the town should elect a mayor and redraw into voting districts, with officials split on whether either change is needed. Health Care Leadership: Heywood Healthcare named UMass Memorial’s Dr. Kavita Babu as its new chief medical officer, signaling continued focus on community care and opioid response. State Hospital Site: Rhode Island’s long-planned replacement for the Zambarano campus is shifting into deeper planning, with Cranston’s Pastore Center emerging as a top option and raising local revenue questions. Community & Culture: WaterFire Providence is set for its 500th lighting, a major milestone for the city’s arts scene as World Cup visitors arrive. World Cup Economy: Rhode Island lawmakers passed a law letting bars and restaurants extend hours during World Cup matches, if local licensing boards approve. Prediction Markets: Federal regulators are pushing back hard on state rules for prediction markets, and Rhode Island is in the middle of the fight.