Socialism or pragmatism? Providence mayoral candidates present different visions in TV debate

Mayor Brett Smiley is seeking a second term leading Rhode Island’s largest city, but faces a spirited primary challenge from ...

Smiley and Providence City Council remain a house divided over rental policy

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley accused the City Council Wednesday of “political gamesmanship,” claiming councilors are ...

Providence executive order aims to protect voter rights and election integrity

Mayor Brett Smiley says the executive order is key to ensuring eligible voters can cast their ballots "safely, privately and ...

Smiley's first attack ad accuses Morales of wanting to defund police

The advertisement, titled "Turn Back," features footage of all-terrain vehicles and motorcycles speeding and pulling wheelies on city streets.

New funding to create more than 200 affordable apartments in Providence

More affordable housing is coming to the city of Providence.
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The first sign Brett Smiley is worried about the Providence mayor’s race

The incumbent mayor just kicked off his TV advertising with an attack on his progressive challenger, David Morales.

Providence mayor and city council clash over proposed emergency rent fund

A $1 million rent relief fund that's supposed to help Providence residents keep their housing in a pinch is still in the ...
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Smiley: DPW workers ‘have not stopped’ hauling snow from the city

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley asked for patience Friday as the city works tirelessly to remove the dense mounds of snow left behind by Sunday’s massive winter storm. “This is ...
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Smiley’s $636 million budget doesn’t raise taxes, seeks to tackle housing crisis

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Mayor Brett Smiley on Wednesday proposed new funding for housing measures and promised taxes would not be raised as he unveiled his proposed near $636 million tax and ...