Helena Foulkes shares thoughts on rematch with Governor McKee
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Helena Foulkes dropped some big news Tuesday at the Roger Williams Park Casino: she's running for governor. "I'm a leader who has…
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Governor McKee responds to ILO investigation findings
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Governor Dan McKee responded Wednesday to the findings of an investigation into an education contract awarded by his administration.…
Correctional officers calling on Governor McKee to delay appointment of new leader
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- The union representing corrections officers in Rhode Island is calling on Governor Dan McKee to delay the swearing-in of Wayne Salisbury to lead the Rhode Island Department of Corrections. A spokesperson for the Rhode Island Brotherhood…
Fiscal committees meet to discuss Governor McKee's 2024 revised budget
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- With the 2024 legislative session underway, Rhode Island state legislators analyzed Governor Dan McKee's revised budget and looked ahead to their expectations for next year. Hundreds…
Governor McKee announces applications for Pediatric Relief Initiative have opened
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - This Thursday morning, Governor Dan McKee announced that applications for the $7.5 million in funding to help pediatricians impacted by COVID-19. The program is a part of Governor Dan McKee's Rhode Island Rebounds Initiative, a 10%…
Governor McKee welcomes two appointments to the Office of the Governor
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced two staff appointments to the Office of the Governor on Wednesday. Eva-Marie Mancuso will serve as Special Advisor to the Governor. A graduate from University of Rhode Island and Suffolk University Law School,…
Governor McKee, RIHousing launch first-generation home buyers program
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee and RIHousing announced the launch of a new program today called FirstGenHomeRI. This program aims to help first-generation home buyers secure their first home by offering $25,000 towards down payments and closing costs. “Access to…
Governor McKee announces community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics schedule for Saturday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the schedules for the community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Saturday, February 12. To register for a clinic you can visit this link here, and click on "Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics." CENTRAL FALLS…
Governor McKee announces community based COVID-19 vaccination schedules for Friday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the schedules for the community based COVID-19 vaccination sites for Friday, February 11. Those who wish to register for a clinic can visit this website here, and click on "Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics".…
Governor McKee announces community based COVID-19 vaccination clinic schedules for Thursday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the schedules and locations for the community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Thursday, February 10. Those who would like to register for the clinic can visit this link here, and click on "Upcoming…
Governor McKee announces community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Tuesday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the schedules for all community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Tuesday, February 8. Those who wish to register for one of the available clinics can visit this website, and click on "Upcoming Community…
Governor McKee proposes initiative to keep Rhode Island insured
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Governor Dan McKee alongside Healthsource RI (HSRI) have announced that the FY2023 budget and State Fiscal Recovery Fund features a plan to support Rhode Islanders through their transition with Medicaid into commercial health coverage with FY2023.…
Governor McKee extends Declaration of Emergency for 30 days, Executive Orders until Feb. 14
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- The McKee Administration has announced that they will be extending the Declaration of Emergency for another thirty days. Governor McKee has also renewed the Executive Order's that would allow public meetings to be held virtually, require masks…
Governor McKee announces community based COVID-19 vaccination clinic schedule for Friday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the community based COVID-19 vaccination clinic schedules for Friday, February 4. Those who wish to register for one of the clinics can visit this website here, and click "Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics." JAMESTOWN:…
Governor McKee's $46 million investment in FY 2023 Budget, hopes to restore life of port of Galilee
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Governor Dan McKee has proposed his FY 2023 budget, which includes an investment worth nearly $50 million in State Fiscal Recovery Fund money to upgrade important infrastructure at Galilee Port. The investment will fund the repair…
Governor McKee & State Leaders announce funding to support the creation of affordable housing
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - This Wednesday Morning, Governor Dan McKee announced the availability of new funding to support in creating affordable housing via the state’s allocation of federal Fiscal Recovery Funds. The program will give grants to municipalities and for-profit…
Governor McKee announces Community Based COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics schedule for Wednesday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the community based COVID-19 vaccination schedule for Wednesday, February 2. To register for a vaccine, visit this website, and click on "Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics." Pawtucket: McCoy Stadium, 1 Columbus Avenue, from 5…
Governor McKee issues State of Emergency, announces travel ban in R.I. throughout Saturday, RIPTA services suspended
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee and State Officials joined together to speak on the expected snowstorm over the weekend. Governor McKee explained that the next 24 hours have the potential for the most snowfall in the state's history, so…
Governor McKee, Transportation officials give update on storm preparation efforts
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation gave an update on the state's efforts in preparation of the winter storm coming. "It's got the potential to be dangerous, white out conditions, so the number one…
Governor McKee announces transition support team for RIDOH
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Governor Dan McKee's office has announced a team appointed to help support the transition at the Rhode Island Department of Health as the search continues to replace Dr. Nicole Alexander Scott as director. The following leaders…
Governor McKee releases Budget Proposal that includes Health Spending Accountability Program
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Governor Dan McKee is proposing the creation of a budget including the Health Spending Accountability Program to support small businesses and working families against growing healthcare and health insurance costs. The program, funded by $500,000 of…
Governor McKee announces Community Based COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Thursday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics schedule for Thursday, January 27. Those who wish to schedule an appointment at one of these clinics can visit here, and click on “Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics.”…
Governor McKee announces Community Based COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Wednesday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics schedule for Wednesday, January 26. Those who wish to schedule an appointment at one of these clinics can visit here, and click on "Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics."…
Governor McKee announces Community Based COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Tuesday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Governor McKee has announced the community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics schedule for Tuesday, January 25. To register for the clinics, go to this website and click on "Upcoming Community Vaccination Clinics." Little Compton: United Church of Christ,…
