Raimondo Again A Candidate For Biden Administration: Patch PM

Welcome to Monday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at the top stories of the new year.

RI Governor Again Top Candidate For Biden Cabinet: Axios

Gov. Gina Raimondo is a top candidate to be commerce secretary, according to reports.

RI State Police Charge 9 With Drunken Driving On New Year's Eve

"For every impaired driver our troopers take off the road, a potential tragedy is averted," Col. James Manni said.

Just 1 New Law Went Into Effect In Rhode Island On January 1

The Rhode Island Parentage Act updates the state's antiquated law, that critics called "archaic and inequitable" to nontraditional families.

Cranston Officer Hit, Injured By ATV Rider: Police

The officer was released from the hospital and is expected to return to duty soon, according to the police chief.

One last thought for today: Monday is the first day back at work after holiday time off for most people. If you had time off, how did you spend it? Let us know in the comments.