Rhode Island's Coronavirus News Briefings End | Patch PM

Welcome to Tuesday's edition of patch PM. Here's a look at today's top stories from around Rhode Island.

Rhode Island Ends Scheduled Coronavirus Briefings

This is the first time that the governor and Department of Health have not held a scheduled news conference since the pandemic started.

RI Employer Accused Of 'Willfully' Exposing Workers To COVID-19

The owner of four urgent care facilities in the state is accused of failing to implement pandemic safety protocols to protect employees.

Opinion: Short-Term Rental Safety Must Be Addressed

Sen. Dawn Euer and Rep. Lauren Carson raised concerns about short-term rentals through AirBnB, VRBO and other third-party rental companies.

RI Senate Committee Greenlights Marijuana Legalization Bill

The Senate Judiciary Committee approved an amended bill that would allow recreational cannabis in the state.