Kait Walsh

Providence

Anchor and Reporter at WPRI-TV (Providence, RI)

Anchor and Reporter at WLWC-TV (Providence, RI)

2x Emmy Award Winning Weekday Morning Anchor, @WPRI12. National & Regional Murrow Winner. Southcoast MA. Momx2. Wife. @BU_tweets instructor. Comments are mine.

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What comes next for the Rhode Island Senate?

2 weeks ago | wpri.com | Kait Walsh |Melanie DaSilva

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The Rhode Island Senate is set to reconvene Tuesday afternoon to elect a new president following the death of Dominick Ruggerio. Majority Leader Valarie Lawson is seeking the top leadership spot, but she is facing pushback for selecting longtime Sen. Frank Ciccone as her number two. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Kait Walsh on 12 News This Morning to go in-depth about the future of the Rhode Island Senate.
The Autism Project's annual 'Imagine Walk' is in Sunday

2 weeks ago | wpri.com | Melanie DaSilva |Kait Walsh

WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) - Sunday is the 23rd annual Imagine Walk, which supports the many services provided by The Autism Project. The walk at Goddard Memorial State Park attracts upwards of 5,000 participants each year. 12 News spoke with 8th-grade volunteers from Rocky Hill Country Day School who say they have enjoyed dedicating their time at the event each year. "I love working with kids and being able to meet new people," one student said. "Everyone there is so sweet.
A look back at some of the biggest moments in RI politics

1 month ago | wpri.com | Kait Walsh

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - As we look back at the past 70 years of WPRI 12, one major topic that has been covered is politics in Rhode Island. Politics never end, and there have been a number of things over the years that stand out. In the video above, 12 News anchor Kait Walsh sat down with political analyst Joe Fleming to look at some of the top moments in Rhode Island politics over the past seven decades.
70 years of WPRI 12: A look back at some of the biggest moments in RI politics

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Kait Walsh

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — As we look back at the past 70 years of WPRI 12, one major topic that has been covered is politics in Rhode Island. Politics never end, and there have been a number of things over the years that stand out. In the video above, 12 News anchor Kait Walsh sat down with political analyst Joe Fleming to look at some of the top moments in Rhode Island politics over the past seven decades.
What are major lobbyists doing in Rhode Island?

Feb 11, 2025 | wpri.com | Kait Walsh |Melanie DaSilva

By Kait Walsh,Melanie DaSilva EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The heads of the world's largest tech companies have increased their presence in Washington since President Donald Trump took office. They are also hiring major lobbyists in state houses around the country including Rhode Island. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Kait Walsh on 12 News This Morning to discuss his look at what these companies are doing in the state.
Will Joe Shekarchi run for RI governor next year?

Jan 27, 2025 | wpri.com | Melanie DaSilva |Kait Walsh

By Melanie DaSilva,Kait Walsh PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - House Speaker Joe Shekarchi continues to deny that he wants to run for governor of Rhode Island next year, but that's not stopping the rumors. Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan has a new report in Monday's edition of Rhode Map that is sure to fuel the speculation. In the video above, McGowan joined Kait Walsh on 12 News This Morning to discuss his column.
A look at RI Education Commissioner Infante-Green’s new contract

Dec 9, 2024 | yahoo.com | Kait Walsh

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Two months ago, Rhode Island Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green got a contract extension for three more years. The contract has not been finalized since her proposed annual salaries are still required to go to a public hearing held by the Department of Administration later this month. The agreement also includes a $10,000 retention bonus, which is one other perk that wasn’t previously disclosed.
A look at RI Education Commissioner Infante-Green's new contract

Dec 8, 2024 | wpri.com | Kait Walsh |Melanie DaSilva

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Two months ago, Rhode Island Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green got a contract extension for three more years. The contract has not been finalized since her proposed annual salaries are still required to go to a public hearing held by the Department of Administration later this month. The agreement also includes a $10,000 retention bonus, which is one other perk that wasn't previously disclosed.
What's next for the Providence Public School District?

Nov 24, 2024 | wpri.com | Kait Walsh |Melanie DaSilva

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Providence Mayor Brett Smiley reached an agreement with the city's school department to pay millions of dollars to help with school funding. The settlement was signed Friday morning, just days after a judge announced both parties reached an agreement. They have been at odds about how much Providence should increase education funding to comply with the Crowley Act - the law that governs school districts under state takeover.
What’s next for the Providence Public School District?

Nov 24, 2024 | yahoo.com | Kait Walsh

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley reached an agreement with the city’s school department to pay millions of dollars to help with school funding. The settlement was signed Friday morning, just days after a judge announced both parties reached an agreement. They have been at odds about how much Providence should increase education funding to comply with the Crowley Act — the law that governs school districts under state takeover.