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Video shows deer jumping through bus windshield in R.I.

Three passengers on the bus were injured, and the animal did not survive the incident Monday.

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R.I. won’t double paid family leave but revised bill will boost it from 6 to 8 weeks
Senate Majority Whip Lawson said she is disappointed by House amendments but said, “The revised bill still makes needed progress.”

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Owner of 2 safety-net hospitals in R.I. ordered to pay $17m within 10 days
If Prospect Medical Holdings fails to comply with the court order, “we will pursue all available and appropriate remedies,” said Attorney General Peter F. Neronha’s spokesman Timothy Rondeau.

EDUCATION
Providence set to boost funds for public schools after superintendent accuses mayor of ‘shortchanging’ kids
The proposed $2.5 million increase is less than what the district has claimed it needs to balance the school budget and avoid more layoffs.

HEALTH
Johnson & Johnson settlement includes $14.5m for Mass., $6m for N.H., nearly $7m for R.I.
The awards are part of a $700 million nationwide settlement over the company’s talcum powder products.

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US Senator Reed says Netanyahu should step down
“I think there are more able people who would be dedicated more exclusively to the best interest of Israel than Netanyahu,” Reed said during the wide-ranging interview.

Colonel Oscar Perez on his first year as Providence police chiefDo we still need police officers in Rhode Island schools?Infants, toddlers face long wait for crucial Early Intervention services in R.I.The device debate: Fed up, some schools are banning cell phonesProvidence’s ‘Superman’ building could need more public funding, R.I. housing secretary says

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In New England, a tree-killing worm may spell the end of autumn’s yellow hues
As a parasite infects beech forests in the Eastern United States, including Rhode Island, a team of researchers is trying to fight back — before it’s too late.

HEALTH
A top inhaler for children was discontinued. Families and doctors are scrambling to fill the gap.
Some pediatricians say they’ve seen an increase in asthma-related hospitalizations and deaths. Families are facing drug shortages and increased costs as they try to get the inhalers their children need.

RI POLITICS
R.I. public records law overhaul fails in face of McKee administration opposition
“It was an uphill climb because the administration came out in force, with very little basis,” Senator Louis DiPalma said, vowing to renew the push to revamp the Access to Public Records Act next year.

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⚾ Congressman Amo won’t be running (the bases)
US Representative Gabe Amo said he'll be cheering on his team on from the dugout at tonight's Congressional Baseball Game at Nationals Park. He had hoped to be the first member of Rhode Island’s congressional delegation to play in the big game in several decades.

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With human composting bill, R.I. legislators are thinking outside the box
“This just creeps me out,” Representative Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung said of the proposal, which now goes to the Senate.

The first heat wave of the summer could reach New England next week
Triple-digit temperatures are expected when a widespread heat dome stalls over much of the eastern US starting Tuesday.

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Celebrating Pride Month in Rhode Island? Here’s what you need to know.
June’s arrival marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and spirit. Lots of festivities will be happening around the Ocean State. We’ve compiled some highlights.

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Video shows deer jumping through bus windshield in R.I.

RI POLITICSR.I. won’t double paid family leave but revised bill will boost it from 6 to 8 weeksSenate Majority Whip Lawson said she is disappointed by House amendments but said, “The revised bill still makes needed progress.”

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EDUCATIONProvidence set to boost funds for public schools after superintendent accuses mayor of ‘shortchanging’ kidsThe proposed $2.5 million increase is less than what the district has claimed it needs to balance the school budget and avoid more layoffs.

HEALTHJohnson & Johnson settlement includes $14.5m for Mass., $6m for N.H., nearly $7m for R.I.The awards are part of a $700 million nationwide settlement over the company’s talcum powder products.

GLOBE RI + RI PBSUS Senator Reed says Netanyahu should step down“I think there are more able people who would be dedicated more exclusively to the best interest of Israel than Netanyahu,” Reed said during the wide-ranging interview.

Globe MagazineIn New England, a tree-killing worm may spell the end of autumn’s yellow huesAs a parasite infects beech forests in the Eastern United States, including Rhode Island, a team of researchers is trying to fight back — before it’s too late.

RI POLITICSR.I. public records law overhaul fails in face of McKee administration opposition“It was an uphill climb because the administration came out in force, with very little basis,” Senator Louis DiPalma said, vowing to renew the push to revamp the Access to Public Records Act next year.

RI POLITICSWith human composting bill, R.I. legislators are thinking outside the box“This just creeps me out,” Representative Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung said of the proposal, which now goes to the Senate.

The first heat wave of the summer could reach New England next weekTriple-digit temperatures are expected when a widespread heat dome stalls over much of the eastern US starting Tuesday.

THINGS TO DOCelebrating Pride Month in Rhode Island? Here’s what you need to know.June’s arrival marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and spirit. Lots of festivities will be happening around the Ocean State. We’ve compiled some highlights.