Politics
The former housing and commerce leader, known for high-profile economic deals and political bids, will need Senate confirmation to reclaim the post
The North Providence councilor will take over the seat formerly held by Dominick Ruggerio
Silvia, a political newcomer, cites homelessness and neighborhood conditions as top concerns in a crowded race ahead of the September 16 preliminary election
Special election on Tuesday will fill the unexpired term of the late Senate President Dominick Ruggerio
The East Bay senator missed the mark when she took a shot at preserving a controversial assault weapons ban bill. But she hit on something else
