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Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott endorses Foulkes for governor
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Former Rhode Island Department of Health Director Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott has endorsed Democratic gubernatorial candidate Helena Buonanno Foulkes. In a statement Monday, Alexander-Scott said, "Early on, I saw how critical it was to have a Governor…
McKee hosts 9/11 remembrance ceremony at State House
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee hosted a ceremony at the Rhode Island State House Sunday to remember those who lost their lives during the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. "We as a nation will never forget September 11,…
McKee, Department of Transportation kick off $36M paving project on I-295
LINCOLN, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation kicked off a $36 million paving project on Interstate 295 Wednesday. The roadway will be repaved from the Massachusetts and Rhode Island state line to the…
'It's desperation': McKee fires back at Foulkes' criticism after flooding
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee fired back at the criticism from Helana Buonanno Foulkes following Monday's flooding. "Today was about government incompetence, period. After 18 months in office, Governor McKee should…
McKee signs bill to require Asian-American history and culture to be taught in Rhode Island schools
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee signed a bill Saturday that will require all public Rhode Island schools to teach Asian-American history and culture. Starting in the 2023-24 school year, public schools will have to include one unit of…
McKee tests negative for COVID, will return to in-person work over weekend
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee tested negative for COVID-19 Friday morning. "Governor McKee is feeling good, has tested negative and besides some virtual meetings he has today, he will be resuming in person activities this weekend," his office…
McKee fires back at Gorbea for using 'right-wing propaganda' in new campaign ad
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee responded Thursday after Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea released a televised ad using "right-wing propaganda." Gorbea, who's running as a Democratic candidate for governor, is closely trailing behind McKee in the gubernatorial race.…
Gov. McKee tests positive for COVID-19
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee announced he tested positive for COVID-19 Saturday night. "Late yesterday evening, Governor McKee tested positive for COVID-19. He only has minor symptoms because he is vaccinated and twice boosted," a spokesperson wrote in…
McKee to sign pair of bills geared towards behavioral health
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee is scheduled to sign a pair of bills that are geared towards investing in Rhode Island's behavioral healthcare system Thursday. One of the bills will aim to better support students, putting a plan…
McKee to sign series of bills aimed at supporting Rhode Island seniors
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee will sign a series of bills Wednesday aimed at supporting Rhode Island's elderly population. One bill expands protections under the Elder Financial Exploitation law to people 60 and older. Another bill makes it…
McKee, RIPTA unveil all-electric bus line
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee joined the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority Tuesday to unveil the Ocean State's first all-electric bus fleet. The fleet of 14 buses will replace the current diesel buses that operate on the R-Line,…
Democratic primary candidates in Rhode Island governor's race to take stage for debate
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Five Democratic primary candidates in the Rhode Island governor's race will meet on the debate stage Monday. Here's where the race currently stands. Gov. Dan McKee took the lead financially with over $1.2 million as of…
McKee signs bills aimed at addressing Rhode Island's housing crisis
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee signed two bills Thursday that his office hopes will address Rhode Island's housing crisis. In June, the governor passed the state budget which set aside $250 million for housing investment, including construction on new…
McKee issues statewide drought advisory
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee on Tuesday issued a statewide drought advisory. "While our water supply is designed to withstand drought, Rhode Islanders should be aware of the current conditions," said McKee in a release. "As a precaution,…
Gov. McKee calls fight on Block Island ferry 'unacceptable'
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- One day after a fight broke out on the Block Island Ferry, that sent two person to the hospital, Gov. Dan McKee called the incident unacceptable. "Certainly that was not what we want to see anywhere…
McKee names Brito new Department of Human Services director
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee named Kim Brito the new director of the Department of Human Services on Friday. Brito takes the role in place of interim director Yvette Mendez, who stepped into the role six months ago.…
McKee makes $2.9M in grants available for Rhode Island tourism, hospitality industries
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee announced on Friday that $2.9 million in grants will be available for Rhode Island tourism and hospitality industries. "It’s all about bringing people back together in places that are meant to serve as…
McKee announces program to train offshore wind workers
LINCOLN, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee announced a program to train offshore wind workers on Wednesday. The governor was joined by Ørsted and Eversource to share the details of the "major new investment" towards careers in the field. McKee…
McKee announces new child tax rebate for eligible Rhode Island households
NEWPORT, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee announced a new child tax rebate Tuesday for eligible households in Rhode Island. McKee was joined by Newport Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano, Sen. Lou DiPalma, and Rep. Lauren Carson at the Florence Gray Center.…
Gov. McKee celebrates 33rd annual Bay Day, free parking at state beaches
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee rode from Providence to Narragansett on an electric RIPTA bus in celebration of the 33rd annual Governor's Bay Day on Sunday. Earlier this week, the governor signed an executive order to continue the…
Gov. McKee blasts 'categorically false' report regarding state's Child Advocate
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee called an impromptu news conference Thursday afternoon to respond to what he called a "categorically false" report regarding the process to appoint the state's Child Advocate. McKee was adamantly critical of a story…
Mayor Elorza announces endorsement of governor candidate Helena Bounanno Foulkes
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Democratic candidate for governor Helena Buonanno Foulkes received a significant boost Thursday ahead of the upcoming Democratic primary for governor in September.…
McKee to announce new program to lower carbon emissions, energy costs
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee announced a new program to lower carbon emissions and energy costs on Thursday. The High-Efficiency Heat Pump Program will provide financial incentives to residents and businesses to acquire the electric heat pumps, according…
