Iconic, twice-convicted former Providence mayor runs again

Providence’s Buddy Cianci was once America’s longest-serving mayor who brought new life to a city in decline. But Cianci’s legacy was tarnished -- and two different administrations cut short -- by felony convictions in 1987 and 2002. This year, the infamous former mayor is not just on the ballot for a second comeback, he’s leading in the polls. Political editor Domenico Montanaro reports.

January 30, 2021 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode

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Season 2021 Episode 30

January 30, 2021 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode

January 27, 2021 - PBS NewsHour full episode

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Season 2021 Episode 27

January 27, 2021 - PBS NewsHour full episode

Wednesday on the NewsHour, the Biden administration lays out its plan to tackle the global climate crisis, we break down what's driving the volatility in the stock market, and mothers leaving prison face an uphill battle reentering society and reconnecting with their families.

January 26, 2021 - PBS NewsHour full episode

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Season 2021 Episode 26

January 26, 2021 - PBS NewsHour full episode

Tuesday on the NewsHour, the Biden administration continues its flurry of executive actions, a discussion with White House adviser Susan Rice on driving the goal of equity, COVID infections and deaths dip amid sluggish pace of inoculations and more.