A simple majority of the now-37-member Senate will vote for a new president when the chamber reconvenes. A special election ...

He called Ruggerio's passing the "end of an era at the State House, where Donny was a true giant for well over four decades. On behalf of the House of Representatives, we extend our deepest sympathies ...

Ruggerio served in the General Assembly for nearly 44 years and was reelected to more than 20 consecutive terms.

With Ruggerio’s passing, the RI Senate faces a leadership shake-up. Key names are emerging, but uncertainty remains. Who will ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Senate President Dominick Ruggerio, a powerful figure in Rhode Island politics for decades, has ...

The Boston Globe’s Steph Machado joined 12 News at 4 to discuss the Providence NAACP’s current state after its president was suspended.

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Monday is the last day to register to vote in Hamilton County's May 6 primary and special election.Early voting begins Tuesday, April 8.You can vote early in-person at the Board of Election until ...

States are gearing up for the 2026 midterm elections with updates to election infrastructure and policies. In recent weeks, governors across the country have signed a slew of bills overhauling ...

WASHINGTON — Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday said he had selected Nov. 4 as the date for the special election to fill the House seat that had been occupied by the late Rep.

PROVIDENCE, Wednesday, April 5. At the State election to-day, Mr. SMITH was reelected Governor without opposition. There was only about half a vote out. THOMAS A. JENCKES and NATHAN F. DIXON are ...