AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFederal Student-Loan Fight: Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul and a coalition of states sued the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that narrows what counts as a “professional degree,” potentially cutting off federal loan access for many healthcare and other workforce programs. Local Education & Housing: Johnson & Wales University says it will fully renovate its “The Maple” residence hall on its Charlotte campus, a roughly $42 million project aimed at adding student rooms plus admissions and services. Providence Business Buzz: Cafe Alma is expanding into Providence’s Waterplace Pavilion, taking over the PUMA “House of Portugal” food and coffee spot for the Summer of Soccer. Public Health Watch: FDA data show 8 companies in Providence County received 17 citations in 2025, with most in food and cosmetics. Cost Pressure: Gas prices remain elevated, and Rhode Island-area coverage highlights how higher fuel costs can squeeze household budgets and strain state transportation revenue.
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