Former Rhode Island Congressman Patrick Kennedy is speaking out for the first time about how his life has changed since becoming a father.

Former Rhode Island Congressman Patrick Kennedy and his wife, Amy Petitgout, left a New Jersey medical center Tuesday morning with their newborn son.

Former Rhode Island U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy and his wife, Amy Petitgout, have welcomed a baby boy to their family.

A look at the July 15, 2011 nuptials of former RI Rep. Patrick Kennedy and his wife NJ school teacher Amy Petitgout.

A look at the nuptials from one the nation's most storied families.

Patrick Kennedy continues his campaign for support for brain research -- with empathy for the suspect in a serious case of violence: Jared Loughner, the man

Providence Mayor David Cicilline plans to skip a radio debate Wednesday on WPRO-AM's "Buddy Cianci Show" in his bid for the Democratic nomination to succeed

The Rhode Island Democratic Party met at the Providence Biltmore Monday evening to pick candidates it's endorsing for top races this fall.

A sixth candidate officially threw his hat into the ring Tuesday in the race to succeed Rep. Patrick Kennedy: Anthony Gemma, one of the best-known names in

Congressman Patrick Kennedy spoke out for the first time since reports he was "cut off" by a bartender at a D.C. bar. He says he is fighting his alcoholism

Rep. Patrick Kennedy has returned about $100,000 to campaign donors after deciding not to run for re-election, including $2,400 to his brother, according to

Congressman Patrick Kennedy, D-R.I., chose not to run for reelection so he can take a break from the family business, reports the Washington Post.

Congressman Patrick Kennedy attacks U.S. policy in Afghanistan and coverage of the war.

Providence City Council President John Lombardi officially threw his hat in the ring for the city's mayoral race during a news conference Monday.

Rep. Patrick Kennedy's decision not to run for re-election has led to a flurry of political activity in Rhode Island.