Retirement Math, Rhode Island Reality Check: A new study from GOBankingRates looks at how long $1.5 million plus Social Security can last, showing huge differences by state cost of living—an important reminder for Ocean State retirees facing affordability pressure. Housing Transparency: Rhode Island launched a new state housing developments dashboard showing 155 projects and 8,305 units across 32 municipalities, with 7,017 units classified as affordable. Housing Costs, Rent Pressure: Zillow named Providence the hottest rental market this summer, with rents up 5% year over year and very few concessions—fueling the local debate over rent stabilization. State Politics & Elections: Early voting is underway ahead of the Sept. 9 primary, with Gov. Dan McKee and Helena Foulkes trading sharp lines in the final stretch. Public Safety Tech Fight: WIRED reports on Flock’s expanding AI policing tools and the privacy backlash tied to license-plate camera concerns, including Rhode Island’s ongoing debate. Local Health & Outdoors: Brickyard Pond in Barrington has reopened after a harmful algae bloom cleared, while officials warn residents to avoid Georgiaville Pond. Defense & Innovation: Taiwan is partnering with Rhode Island startup Vatn Systems on modular underwater vehicles for affordable swarm-style defense.