'We're In A Bad Place': RI Enters Second Wave | Patch PM

Welcome to Wednesday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top stories.

RI Could Exceed Hospital Surge Capacity In 4 Weeks

More restrictions and a possible return to Phase 2 of reopening are on the table, the governor said.

Rhode Island Sees Record-Breaking Drug Overdose Deaths In 2020

July saw the highest number of overdose deaths in the state since data was first collected.

Pawtucket Father Accused Of Seriously Injuring 2-Month-Old Infant

The baby was taken to the hospital with serious injuries including a fractured skull and broken femurs.

Rhode Island Surpasses 100,000 Early Voters

More than 27 percent of the state's eligible voters have already cast their ballots for the Nov. 3 general election.