RI Led The Way In The Fight For Independence | Patch PM

Welcome to Tuesday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top headlines.

May 4 Is Rhode Island Independence Day

On May 4, 1776, Rhode Island renounced the British king as its leader, the first U.S. colony to do so.

For Second Week In A Row, RI's Coronavirus Numbers Plunge

Weekly percent positivity, case numbers and hospitalizations are all at their lowest levels in months.

2 Rhode Island Lawmakers Accused Of Sexual Misconduct Since 2017

The “#MeToo” movement brought sweeping changes nationwide, including in Rhode Island, on how allegations of sexual misconduct are handled.

With Record-Low Inventory, RI Real Estate Prices Soar

Home prices continue to soar in Rhode Island as the inventory of available homes remains stagnant.