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Alex Torres-Perez

@alextpnews.bsky.social

Award-winning bilingual journalist | Currently working in RI and MA | Previously an anchor/producer/reporter in Huntsville, AL | University of North Florida alumna (Swoop!) | Things I love: classical music, anime and notebooks

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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.

20.08.2025 21:03 — 👍 6    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Propuesta para arrendar edificio abandonado de Carl Lauro a una escuela chárter El jueves, el Consejo Municipal de Providence votará una resolución que podría permitir a la escuela chárter Excel Academy arrendar el edificio abandonado de la escuela primaria Carl Lauro. ENGLISH…

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

24.07.2025 02:57 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

"Of course, there will be a negative impact," Dillon said. She says there will be a more detailed report next week outlining decisions and what they will need to cut/freeze if they don't receive this federal funding. @wpri12.bsky.social

23.07.2025 21:53 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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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

23.07.2025 21:52 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Men rescue 2 from fire at Fall River assisted living facility Danny Auqui didn’t think much of the sirens Sunday night until he started smelling smoke.

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.

15.07.2025 22:04 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Central Falls voters to decide on hybrid school board Question 1 on the July 8 special election ballot asks voters if they think the city should update the structure of its school board.

STORY: Central Falls voters to decide on hybrid school board

Story w/ @alextpnews.bsky.social ⬇️

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02.07.2025 23:30 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 2
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The 25-year-old driver is cooperating with police.

27.06.2025 16:03 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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An SUV crashed into the Goodwill store in Attleboro Friday. It’s unclear when the store will reopen.

20.06.2025 21:49 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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

18.06.2025 19:29 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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RIDOT: Washington Bridge construction not expected to impact traffic However, drivers should still expect delays on the eastbound side through 2028 as RIDOT will continue to perform regular maintenance work to keep the bridge “in a high state of good repair.&#…

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.

12.06.2025 22:44 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0
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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

05.06.2025 20:42 — 👍 1    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0

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

05.06.2025 16:08 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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.

04.06.2025 20:14 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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‘A commitment to the future’: Star Store to become New Bedford’s creative hub After sitting vacant for more than two years, the historic building is poised for a revival—one that builds on the city’s legacy as a vibrant, diverse arts community.

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.

03.06.2025 01:26 — 👍 1    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Gobernador lanza plan de salud; médicos dicen que no es suficiente Esto viene después de que Anchor Medical anunció que cerrará sus puertas este verano, dejando a unos 25,000 pacientes sin médico.

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

10.05.2025 12:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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ICE defiende agentes tras arresto polémico PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — ICE defiende las acciones de sus agentes a pesar de la indignación pública por el uso de una pistola eléctrica. Un portavoz informó que los agentes utilizaron el táser con…

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.

09.05.2025 12:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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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/

07.05.2025 16:31 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 1
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📣 ¡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

02.05.2025 19:03 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Trump removes Cicilline from Holocaust Memorial board The former Democratic congressman had been named to the board by President Biden just over a year ago.

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": ⤵️

29.04.2025 21:15 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Lawson, Ciccone tapped to lead RI Senate after death of Ruggerio Democrats backed two senators with deep ties to organized labor to take over the chamber after a year dominated by the failing health of their former leader.

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

29.04.2025 21:36 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 1
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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

28.04.2025 16:47 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Resolución en honor de víctimas de Jet Set en la República Dominicana El líder mayoritario del consejo municipal de Providence, Pedro Espinal, va a introducir una resolución durante la reunión el 17 de abril.

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

17.04.2025 20:04 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

UPDATE: MA State Police say 62-year-old Anthony Moniz from New Bedford died in this three-vehicle crash that involved a tractor-trailer. It happened at around 11:20 am. The highway was shut down for hours before it was cleared around 2:30 pm. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

16.04.2025 20:08 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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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

16.04.2025 16:51 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Attorney: ICE agents shatter car window during New Bedford arrest 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.

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.

15.04.2025 22:37 — 👍 4    🔁 7    💬 0    📌 0
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Housing Crisis: Providence mayor’s legislative priorities and why some disagree The Rhode Island Department of Housing wants to build 15,000 new units by 2030 to help with the state’s housing crisis.

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.

14.04.2025 23:13 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 1
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Dueño de restaurantes en Federal Hill pierde la vida en colapso de Jet Set Más de 220 personas perdieron su vida y otros 200 heridos cuando el techo del club nocturno Jet Set, en Santo Domingo, colapsó durante un concierto el martes. Entre las víctimas del derrumbe está e…

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.

12.04.2025 03:22 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Pawtucket firefighters placed on leave amid investigation 12 News is working to learn more about a situation that led to several Pawtucket firefighters recently being placed on administrative leave.

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

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11.04.2025 19:34 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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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

08.04.2025 20:10 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Protestas sobre proyecto de ley que prohíbe armas de asalto Los proyectos de leyes incluyen armando la policía de colegios y universidades y añadiendo más regulaciones cuando uno trata a comprar un arma, pero la mayoría estaban principalmente molestos sobre…

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/

04.04.2025 12:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0