PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — When Providence Mayor Brett Smiley laid out his legislative priorities for 2025, he made it clear that he wants the city to regain control of its public schools by July. The proposal, however, wasn't met with a warm response from state education leaders, who have overseen the district since 2019. In the video above, Target 12 Investigator Ted Nesi catches up with R.I. Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green about the state's plans for Providence schools. Smiley’s legislative priorities include tax hike, ending school takeover, new parking tax Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Nesi's Notes SIGN UP NOW