November 04, 2008
Mass. voters approve easing marijuana laws
Massachusetts voters say OK to decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana.
Barack Obama elected president
Barack Obama is elected president of the United States, becoming the first African-American elevated to the White House.
Voters reject elimination of Mass. income tax
Massachusetts voters vote down a proposal to kill the state income tax.
Dog racing ban’s impact on R.I. unclear
Voters decide greyhound racing has no future in Massachusetts.
A viewer’s guide to election night
Here are five things to watch for as the presidential election unfolds.
Look what’s free on Election Day!
After you vote, you might to stop at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Admission is free for Rhode Island residents on Tuesday.
Not registered? You can still vote today
If you missed the October 4 deadline to register to vote the full Rhode Island ballot on Election Day, you are still eligible to cast a so-called “same-day” ballot.
Obama carries Rhode Island
Rhode Island voters overwhelmingly embraced Barack Obama on Tuesday and returned three federal lawmakers to Washington.
November 03, 2008
Rhode Island prepares for high voter turnout
Rhode Island elections officials say they are ready for Election Day.
November 02, 2008
Find your polling place
Tuesday’s election day is almost here.
Providence seeks to ease voting Tuesday
Providence Mayor David Cicilline says city officials have taken several steps to ensure that voters identify their polling locations and cast ballots without a snag.
October 23, 2008
RIC students learn about presidential politics
College students ask elected officials about the presidential campaign process.
October 16, 2008
R.I. Supreme Court affirms Pinga’s victory
The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirms Michael Pinga as the winner in a disputed primary race.
Father names baby after Republican ticket
What’s in a name? Politics, if you ask proud new father Mark Ciptak of Elizabethton, Tenn. Some people distribute bumper stickers, some post campaign signs and others donate cash to support their favorite candidates.
October 02, 2008
Palin faces voters who doubt her readiness
Sarah Palin and Joe Biden will square off Thursday night in the only planned vice presidential debate.











