Rhode Island voters are casting ballots for governor, US Senate and the state’s two US House seats. Democrats are favored to win all four contests, according to ratings from the Cook Political Report.

With just a week to go until the election, 12 News asked the three major candidates what immediate steps they would take if elected.

Highlights from Tuesday night's 12 News debate with Foulkes, Block and Guckian; plus, one-on-one with the Massachusetts governor.

Democrats could gain control of multiple New England state legislatures and governorships, potentially turning the region into a near one-party stronghold.

Democrat Helena Foulkes, Republican Aaron Guckian and independent Ken Block took the stage at Rhode Island College for a live debate hosted by 12 News. Debate moderators Tim White and Ted Nesi joined Kim Kalunian on this episode of Behind the Story to breakdown the highlights and preparation that went into the debate.

Former President Obama endorsed Helena Foulkes for Rhode Island governor, citing her support for the Affordable Care Act.

Rhode Island officials make a point ahead of voting: Anyone registered voter has a legal right to cast their ballot safely and free of intimidation.

Question 5 on Rhode Island’s ballot, if approved, would split the bond money between eight separate projects statewide. Focuses of those projects include addressing flooding and coastal

Democrat Todd Patalano is one of two candidates looking to be the next state senator for R.I. Senate District 26.