Judge Frank Caprio wasn’t just a judge. He was a role model of a human being and a symbol of compassion, kindness, and justice with a human touch. May his legacy live on through the kindness he inspired in others. Rest in peace Judge Caprio.

¿Una escuela chárter en la abandonada Carl Lauro? El futuro del edificio está en manos del Concejo Municipal… y no todos están de acuerdo.

Acting PPSD superintendent Paula Dillon says they are still missing $5M of federal school funding. They have "no indication if or when that money will be given to school districts across the country." She adds they are working to figure out ways to minimize the impact. @wpri12.bsky.social

Danny Auqui of Fall River didn’t think much of the sirens Sunday night — until he started smelling smoke. He tells @alextpnews.bsky.social he and his brother-in-law were able to pull two Gabriel House residents to safety before firefighters took over.

STORY: Central Falls voters to decide on hybrid school board Story w/ @alextpnews.bsky.social ⬇️ www.wpri.com/news/local-n... @wpri12.bsky.social

The 25-year-old driver is cooperating with police.

An SUV crashed into the Goodwill store in Attleboro Friday. It’s unclear when the store will reopen.

You could actually hear the cheers from outside the courthouse when the verdict was read. Shiina LoSciuto will have live reports with the latest on @wpri12.bsky.social

Many people expect traffic to worsen between now and the Washington Bridge's expected completion date, but a spokesperson for the R.I. Department of Transportation tells 12 News that won’t be the case. Story by @alextpnews.bsky.social.

HAPPENING NOW: RI House members are discussing a ban on assault weapons. The House is expected to vote on the measure tonight. We will have the latest developments @wpri12.bsky.social

HOY: El estudiante de 18 años de Milford High detenido por ICE va a presentarse en la corte de inmigración. Sus abogados están luchando para que lo liberen. The 18-year-old Milford High School student detained by ICE will be in court today. Updates tonight @wpri12.bsky.social

Hablé con Miguel Sanchez sobre cómo esta tecnología está impactando a residentes y como la prohibición intenta a ayudar la crisis de vivienda. I spoke with Miguel Sanchez about how this tech is impacting residents and how the ban aims to help with the housing crisis.

After sitting vacant for more than two years, New Bedford's historic Star Store is poised for a revival — one that builds on the city’s legacy as a vibrant and diverse arts community. Story by @alextpnews.bsky.social and @jusolyn.bsky.social.

Esto viene después de que Anchor Medical anunció que cerrará sus puertas este verano, dejando a unos 25,000 pacientes sin médico.

Un portavoz informó que los agentes utilizaron el táser contra un hombre dominicano que se encontraba ilegalmente en los Estados Unidos, después de que este intentara alcanzar el cinturón del oficial mientras forcejeaban para detenerlo.

12 Informa: A partir del 7 de mayo, TSA comenzará a exigir la identificación conocida como REAL ID para poder abordar vuelos comerciales dentro del país. @alextpnews.bsky.social https://www.wpri.com/12-informa/noticias/tsa-comienza-a-exigir-el-real-id-estas-listo-para-viajar/

📣 ¡Este sábado! Los concejales de Providence te invitan a una reunión comunitaria para responder tus preguntas sobre: 🏛️ El presupuesto del alcalde 📈 El aumento de impuestos 🏫 La financiación de las escuelas ¡y más! 📍 Providence Career and Technical Academy 🕜 1:30-3:30 pm

Former Congressman David Cicilline has been removed from his position on the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council by the Trump administration, @tednesi.bsky.social reports. In a statement, Cicilline called the action "deeply disappointing": ⤵️

IT'S OFFICIAL: Val Lawson is the new RI Senate president and Frank Ciccone is the new majority leader Lawson got 24 votes on the Senate floor and Ciccone got 22 votes in the Senate Dem caucus A new era after 8 years of Ruggerio as Senate president

Hundreds gathered at St Anthony’s Church to say their final goodbye to Dominick Ruggerio, a political giant known for his open door policy and heart of service. Hear about the legacy he leaves behind tonight @wpri12.bsky.social

Esta tarde, el consejo municipal de Providence va a extender sus condolencias a la República Dominicana después del derrumbe de la discoteca Jet Set.

Route 195 Westbound is closed at Faunce Corner Rd until further notice because of this wreck. @massstatepolice.bsky.social is asking people to avoid the area for now. @wpri12.bsky.social

Federal immigration agents reportedly shattered a car window in New Bedford while detaining a Guatemalan man on Monday — despite his attorney saying they had the wrong person. Story by @jusolyn.bsky.social and @hannahcotter.bsky.social with @alextpnews.bsky.social.

An 8-Law reform bill championed by Providence Mayor Brett Smiley gives tax breaks to developers who convert commercial properties into residential housing, but some lawmakers worry that housing won't be affordable. Story by @alextpnews.bsky.social.

Habrá una vigilia en honor a las víctimas del colapso de techo en República Dominicana el sábado 12 de abril a las 4 pm en el parque de Roger Williams. ENGLISH: There will be a vigil in honor of the victims of the Dominican Republic roof collapse on Saturday at 4 pm at Rogers Williams Park.

City leaders are tight lipped about what happened for several Pawtucket firefighters to be placed on paid leave. The city attorney tells me the city has proof, but firefighters did not give their side of the story during a pre-deprivation hearing. @wpri12.bsky.social www.wpri.com/news/local-n...

Providence Police say this group stole $10k worth of goods from Providence Place Mall. However, Cranston Police want to add charges saying the same group stole from Garden City and are believed to be part of a South American Organized Retail Theft Group. Details @wpri12.bsky.social at 5 & 6

El estado ha tratado de pasar la prohibición de armas de asalto por años sin éxito. Este año, no solo hay un proyecto de ley. El gobernador incluyó la prohibición en su propuesta de presupuesto. https://www.wpri.com/12-informa/noticias/protestas-sobre-proyecto-de-ley-que-prohibe-armas-de-asalto/

A woman dies after Warwick Police say she unknowingly consumed cannabis laced with fentanyl. I go over what we know and what local dispensaries had to say about it tonight on WPRI 12 News.

During a live interview on 12 News at 4, Mayor Brett Smiley told @kimkalunian.bsky.social neighbors that live near the old Lauro Elementary School don't want it to remain vacant. “It’s a what they call an attractive nuisance opportunity," Smiley said. Background: www.wpri.com/target-12/sm...

Más de 500 manifestantes fueron a la casa estatal el 26 de marzo para protestar en contra de varios proyectos de ley sobre armas. @alextpnews.bsky.social

#HAPPENINGNOW Cranston Police are discussing a number of recent drug arrests. Here’s a look at what they seized during one of those arrests. You can watch the news conference live @wpri12.bsky.social

HAPPENING SOON: State officials will be giving a surprise Washington Bridge update this evening. You’ll be able to watch it live @wpri12.bsky.social once it starts. #WashingtonBridgeRI #BridgeBreakdown #RhodeIsland

Gov. Dan McKee is proposing significant pay bumps for nearly a dozen of his cabinet directors, but House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi warns it's "not a good look": https://www.wpri.com/news/politics/shekarchi-warns-mckees-proposed-cabinet-raises-are-not-a-good-look/ 

Things I didn’t expect when I watched Secret Mall Apartment: 1) To run into Michael Townsend before the documentary 2) To go on a late-night mall scavenger hunt for tape art

#BREAKING Missing woman who is nonverbal and autistic found ALIVE inside a parked car in Cranston. Police expect to give an update at 2 pm. www.wpri.com/news/breakin...

This morning, I proudly participated the Run in Memory of Liam. It was uplifting to see all the community support the family has received since last year’s tragedy. As the family continues to raise awareness about domestic violence, I know Liam’s memory will live on. @wpri12.bsky.social

When covering day to day news, there are just some stories that stick with you. Liam's story is one I could just not forget. I can't believe it's already been one year since he was shot and killed by his own father. 🧵1/5 www.wpri.com/12-on-12/a-m...

Hydraulic fluid ended up spilling at the Washington Bridge demolition site causing the water to have a rainbow-like sheen. RIDOT says the contractor hired a clean-up company at their coast, and no violations were issued after the accidental leak. @wpri12.bsky.social www.wpri.com/community/en...

Ya no hay un app de PVD311, la ciudad de Providence pública una nueva página de web para solicitar servicios de la ciudad. ENGLISH: Say goodbye to the PVD 311 app! The City of Providence published a new website to request city services.

BREAKING: Trump confirms tariffs will be implemented on Canada and Mexico- #fuelprices will be impacted fastest in the NE USA- states like ME, VT, CT, MA, RI could see prices for gasoline, diesel and jet fuel jump 20-40c/gal in the next week or two.

12 Informa: La vicegobernadora quiere asegurar que los residentes de Rhode Island conozcan sus derechos durante el aumento de deportaciones bajo las políticas migratorias del presidente Donald Trump. @alextpnews.bsky.social

JUST IN: Sen. Mitch McConnell won’t seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker: cnn.it/3CMqYYA

“This was my dream job.” @alextpnews.bsky.social and @katewilkinson.bsky.social talked with workers at USDA's Warwick office who just lost their jobs as part of the federal job reductions nationwide

Providence state Rep. Enrique Sanchez is refusing to step down despite calls for him to do so after he was arrested and charged with driving drunk last week. Story by @sarahbawden31.bsky.social with @alextpnews.bsky.social and @alexandraleslie.bsky.social: www.wpri.com/news/local-n...

Hundreds showed up to protest President Trump’s mass deportation plan. www.wpri.com/news/immigra...

What we know so far: • The plane was carrying at least 60 passengers and 4 crew members and departed from Wichita, Kansas. • Reagan National Airport is closed until 5 a.m. Thursday. • The Army helicopter involved in the crash was a UH-60 Black Hawk on a training flight, military officials said.

Story: Several state attorneys general won an initial victory Wednesday as they seek to block the Trump administration’s push to freeze federal assistance, with a Rhode Island judge allowing their proposed court injunction to move forward. w/ @timwhiteri.bsky.social www.wpri.com/target-12/i-...

The city of Newport confirms "targeted federal immigration action" today in the area of Thames St and Cotton Court. "We understand it to have been a targeted intervention focused on a single individual rather than a widespread operation," a spokesperson for the city said. @wpri12.bsky.social

Eggs aren't just for breakfast. Local bakeries tell @alextpnews.bsky.social they're facing challenges with one of their key ingredients as egg prices continue to soar. www.wpri.com/business-new... @wpri12.bsky.social