RI Leaders Call For Mask-Wearing In Schools | Patch PM

Welcome to Wednesday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top headlines from around Rhode Island.

Mask Mandates 'Strongly Recommended' In RI Schools This Fall

Following the latest guidance from the CDC, state leaders encouraged universal mask-wearing in schools, regardless of vaccination status.

Tiverton Man Repeatedly Assaulted Pennsylvania Girl, 13: DOJ

William Stewart, 20, is accused of picking up the girl and having sex with her several times on the way back to Rhode Island.

I-95 Standoff Suspects Sue MA, Judge, Police For $70M

Rise of the Moors named the state of Massachusetts, a judge and State Police in the complaint, claiming no authority to charge or prosecute.

Lifespan, Care New England To Require Staff COVID-19 Vaccines

The two largest hospital groups in the state announced mandatory vaccine programs for staff, starting this fall.