The state ethics panel has launched an investigation into Cranston Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins for alleged nepotism. The Rhode Island Ethics Commission’s 6-0 vote Tuesday comes in response to a complaint filed by a former city worker, accusing Hopkins of helping his son-in-law get a job, and later a promotion, with the Cranston Fire Department. […] The post R.I. ethics panel votes to investigate nepotism complaint against Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Outfielder TJ Hopkins was acquired by the San Francisco Giants from the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday for a player to be named or cash. Hopkins, who turns 27 on Jan. 16, was designated for assignment Thursday when the Reds cleared a roster spot after agreeing to a contract with outfielder Austin Wynns. Hopkins made his major league debut with the Reds on June 3, drawing a ninth-inning, bases-loaded walk from Milwaukee's Devin Williams in his first plate appearance.
Kyle Harrison’s home debut at Oracle Park was as electrifying as the pitches he was throwing. Harrison, who went to high school about 30 minutes east of San Francisco, struck out 11 in his first career victory as the Giants beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 on Monday night for their third consecutive win. “Momentum’s a big thing in this game,” Harrison said.