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You can commemorate Juneteenth with a trip to the new Edward W. Kane and Martha J. Wallace Center for Black History in Newport. Housed in the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, the Center pays homage to the lives and experiences of Black Newporters past and present. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QN1voI

This weekend is jam-packed with fun events, and we're here to help you navigate them. Check out our logistical guide on how to make the most of these next few days in the comments.

Will it be Foulkes or McKee? Political reporter Ian Donnis sat down separately with the Democratic candidates for governor to discuss their ideas for how to improve the state. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4oGLltK

With Juneteenth, Pride, the World Cup, Father's Day and more, Rhode Island is abuzz this weekend. Don't miss out on any of the fun.

A weekend of Pride, Black history and community celebration | Weekend 401 Six Rhode Island events celebrating Black, LGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities

Songs about Rhode Island. Sung by Rhode Islanders. In Rhode Island. Listen to Deer Tick perform highlights from their new album, "Coin-O-Matic," as part of our "Biggest Little Desk" concert series.

Link in the comments below.

Intrigued by the "rotten meat" aroma of the co**se flower? You've got about 24 hours to sniff this pungent bloom.

It's finally happening: Rare co**se flower is blooming at URI Visitors have just 24 to 48 hours to catch a whiff of the flower’s signature “rotten meat” scent

Our statewide listening tour stopped in Warwick, where we connected with students, teens and residents. Check out some of what they shared with us at the link in the comments below.

Rhode Island senator Jack Reed criticized President Trump's deal intended to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. That's when the president called for the senator's impeachment.

Reed says Trump’s Iran deal gives Iran leverage, not lasting peace After drawing an impeachment call from the president, the Rhode Island senator said Iran retains much of its military capacity and remains able to close the Strait of Hormuz