Tommy struggles with the political fallout following a destructive fire; Colin's interest in Michael's girlfriend begins to affect his work; Declan uncovers a lead.

Things Badly Begun

Original Airdate: 2008-11-09

Synopsis:

Tommy strong-arms the mayor for his support; Michael's business dealings slow things down; Rose looks into her ailment; Eileen is passed over for a promotion.

Uneasy Lies the Head

Original Airdate: 2008-11-02

Synopsis:

Tommy considers a risky career change; Declan launches a secret corruption probe; Rose attempts to hide her deteriorating health.

Things Have Changed 1:7-8

Original Airdate: 2007-12-02

Synopsis:

Freddie asks Nozzoli to kill Michael; Tommy makes a bid for the speaker's chair; Colin and Rose grow closer; Eileen puts her foot down.

Call Letter Blues 1:2-6

Original Airdate: 2007-11-25

Synopsis:

Rose walks out on the family on Thanksgiving morning; Freddie and Marty get a holiday furlough.

Shelter From the Storm 1:1-2

Original Airdate: 2007-11-18

Synopsis:

Tommy and Colin try to cope with Judd's decline; Declan tries to clear his conscience; Eileen volunteers to help Mary Kate.

Only a Pawn ... 1:7-8

Original Airdate: 2007-11-11

Synopsis:

Tommy's political enemies try to block his re-election; Michael's day takes a disturbing turn; Colin escorts Kath to a clinic.

True Love Tends to Forget 1:1-4

Original Airdate: 2007-11-04

Synopsis:

Michael and Kath prepare for an addition to the family; Tommy tries to clean up a bad neighborhood; Eileen gains perspective; Rose struggles with aging.

Dear Landlord 1:3-4

Original Airdate: 2007-10-28

Synopsis:

Tommy finds himself without his normal support network; Michael considers a significant lifestyle change; Freddie asks Declan to track down a business associate.