by MICHELLE R. SMITH, Associated Press
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A failed campaign to build a stadium for the Pawtucket Red Sox in downtown Providence, prison time for a man who was once one of the most powerful in state government and an unexpected run for president are among Rhode Island’s top stories for 2015.
Others include Gina Raimondo’s first year as governor, and the criminal investigation and lawsuit in the state’s failed $75 million deal with the video game company started by former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling.
The stadium push failed, and team owners have not said when they’ll make a decision on relocating.
Former state House Speaker Gordon Fox admitted to corruption and was sent to prison for three years.
Former Gov. Lincoln Chafee waged a short-lived campaign for president that puzzled even his closest supporters.
