Jan 23, 2025
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee's proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year has been public for one week, and while the governor is proudly touting "no broad-based tax increases," some state agencies are less thrilled. The Boston Globe Rhode Island's Ed Fitzpatrick joined 12 News at 4 to talk about the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority's allocation, and why transit advocates say it's not enough. Watch the full interview in the player above. Read Fitzpatrick's full story in The Boston Globe Rhode Island: McKee’s budget shortchanges RIPTA, transit advocates say » MORE: Globe RI & 12 News Stories Globe RI on BostonGlobe.com » Globe RI & 12 News Partnership: WPRI 12 partners with The Boston Globe Rhode Island to deliver unmatched local news coverage MORE: Globe RI & 12 News Stories Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Special Coverage & Notices SIGN UP NOW
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