Former RI House Speaker to Plead Guilty to Bribery, Wire Fraud, Tax Evasion

Former Speaker of the House Gordon Fox will serve three years in prison for using a campaign account as a slush fund and taking bribes.

Lenihan, Champion of Open Government, Dies at 71

A champion for the people and a key figure in the 2004 passage of separation of powers legislation has died after a battle with cancer.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- March 1, 2015

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- February 22, 2015

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- February 15, 2015

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- February 8, 2015

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Tanzi Bill would Raise Tobacco Age Minimum to 21

The legislation would apply to all forms of tobacco.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- February 1, 2015

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- January 25, 2015

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Bill Would Restore Ban on Backyard Fireworks in Rhode Island

The bill would roll back a 2010 law that legalized sparklers and other small fireworks but some say opened the door to a free-for-all.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- January 18, 2015

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RI Lawmaker Submits Bill to Grant Driving Permits to Immigrants Here Illegally

The law would let immigrants use a foreign birth certificate to obtain a driving permit, though it couldn't be used as a state ID.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- January 11, 2015

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Raimondo Announces Leadership Team

Governor Gina Raimondo has announced the names and job descriptions of everyone hired to serve in the Governor's office.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- January 4, 2015

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- December 28, 2014

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- December 21, 2014

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How to Contact your East Greenwich Town Council and School Committee Members

Looking for contact information for the East Greenwich Town Council and School Committee? Look no further.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- December 14, 2014

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Raptakis Wants to Exempt East Greenwich from RhodeMap RI

Sen. Leonidas P. Raptakis said he plans to introduce legislation that would exempt the three towns he represents from the plan.

Lt. Gov Tapped for Health and Human Services Secretary Post

It was widely expected that Governor-elect Gina Raimondo would appoint Lt. Governor Elizabeth Roberts for the post.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- December 7, 2014

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- November 30, 2014

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- November 23, 2014

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Raptakis to Re-Introduce Bill to Limit Murderers' Early Parole

The bill would require convicted murderers to serve at least half of their sentence before earning early release.

Raptakis to Re-Introduce Bill to Limit Murderers' Early Parole

The bill would require convicted murderers to serve at least half of their sentence before earning early release.

"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- November 16, 2014

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"The Sunday Political Brunch" -- November 9, 2014

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Gee Wins Dist. 35 Senate Race

The East Greenwich Town Councilor defeated challenger James Callaghan by a margin of 54 to 45 percent.

Isaacs Top Vote Getter in Council Race; Newcomers Win Big in School Committee

There will be many new faces in East Greenwich town government next year.

No Surprise - Jack Reed Cruises to 4th Senate Term

Rhode Island's senior ranking U.S. Senator, Jack Reed, has easily been reelected to a fourth six-year term.

EG Voters to Consider Eliminating the FTM, Road Bonds, Charter Fixes, in Local Ballot Questions

East Greenwich voters will contend with four local ballot questions when they take to the polls on Tuesday.

State Ballot Q's Ask RI Voters to Decide on Casino Gaming, Con-Con, Arts, Mass Transit, URI Engineering Expansion

After voting in local and state races, Rhode Islanders will be asked seven questions. Here's what you need to know.

Tickets Available for Obama's Visit to Rhode Island on Halloween

The president will travel to Rhode Island College to speak about policies that help women succeed in the workplace.

EGHS Teens Host Candidate Night Wednesday

Youth issues will be the theme.

Obama Coming to Rhode Island Next Week

He will speak about women's workplace issues at Rhode Island College Oct. 31.

Ernie Almonte: I Have the Education, Experience, Ethics to Get the Job Done as General Treasurer

"I am the only candidate with the experience and qualifications to get the job done on day one," writes the candidate for general treasurer.

Raimondo Pension Suspensions Challenged

The Democratic candidate for governor said last week that a $1 million was saved by disability pension reduction.

After Beheading Threats, Democratic Senators Call for Tougher Punishment

The threat was directed at students in Cranston, Johnston, and Warwick this week.

Deadline to Register to Vote is TODAY (Sunday)

City and town halls and libraries are open with special hours for last-minute voter registrations.