Today in News History

On June 20, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1180, First Battle of Uji, starting the Genpei War in Japan. In 1389, John of Lancaster, 1st Duke of Bedford, English statesman (died 1435) was born. In 1782, The U.S. Congress adopts the Great Seal of the United States. In 1787, Oliver Ellsworth moves at the Federal Convention to call the government the 'United States'. In 1819, The U.S. vessel SS Savannah arrives at Liverpool, United Kingdom. It is the first steam-propelled vessel to cross the Atlantic, although most of the journey is made under sail. In 1863, American Civil War: West Virginia is admitted as the 35th U.S. state. In 1895, The Kiel Canal, crossing the base of the Jutland peninsula and the busiest artificial waterway in the world, is officially opened. In 1929, Emmanouil Benakis, Greek merchant and politician, 35th Mayor of Athens (born 1843) passed away. In 1960, The Mali Federation gains independence from France (it later splits into Mali and Senegal). In 1975, The film Jaws is released in the United States, becoming the highest-grossing film of that time and starting the trend of films known as "summer blockbusters". Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Rhode Island becomes first state with self-checkout restrictions

Off The Press

June 20, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Bandwagon

A bill that would require Rhode Island grocery stores to limit self-checkout lanes has been signed into law. Senate Bill 2342 will restrict grocers to operating three self-checkout lanes for every staffed checkout. It originally passed the state Senate last month. On June 10, a revised version passed the House of Representatives and was send []...Click to read more

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