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Yahoo
18-05-2025
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Judge Caprio gives Providence College's commencement speech
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Graduates from Providence College got to hear words of wisdom from 'America's Nicest Judge' Sunday afternoon. 'I approached each case with an open mind and treated everyone equally, with kindness, compassion and most of all, common sense,' Retired Rhode Island judge Frank Caprio told the crowd during his speech. 'This is not a judicial philosophy that I learned in law school, this is a moral philosophy that was taught to me by my parents at home and right here at Providence College.' Caprio, 88, earned a bachelor's degree from the college in 1958 and a Honorary Doctorate of Law in 2008. In February, Caprio released a book titled 'Compassion in the Court: Life-Changing Stories from America's Nicest Judge.' READ MORE: Judge Frank Caprio releasing book next month The book explains how Caprio became the compassionate judge his fans know him as. PC's 107th commencement took place at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Sunday also saw commencement festivities for the University of Rhode Island and Salve Regina University. NEXT: RIC, URI, BCC hold commencement ceremonies on Saturday Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
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"The Real Housewives" TV franchise is coming to Rhode Island
How beloved Judge Frank Caprio's fans are bringing him new hope in his fight with cancer Rhode Island has officially been announced as the next home of the popular "Real Housewives" TV franchise. Bravo said Wednesday that "The Real Housewives of Rhode Island" will be the 11th edition of the long-running reality series. It's the first time that a "Real Housewives" franchise has been based in New England. "Set against the shores of the Ocean State, The Real Housewives franchise expands into the world of a tight-knit circle of Rhode Islanders who have deep community roots and families that go back generations," the network said in a statement. "With aspirational lives, thriving businesses, and tangled family dynamics, these decade-long friendships prove that in a state this small, there's no escaping your past... or each other." Filming is taking place in locations all over America's tiniest state, which spans 1,214 square miles, Rhode Island Film & TV Office executive director Steven Feinberg told WBZ-TV. Rhode Island embraces "The Real Housewives" The series never shies away from drama as it chronicles the personal and professional lives of affluent women in their communities. But the news is being fully embraced by Rhode Island leaders. "We're excited to welcome 'The Real Housewives' and their millions of viewers to Rhode Island," Gov. Dan McKee said in a statement. "This is a great opportunity to support our local economy and bring national attention to all Rhode Island has to offer." House Speaker Joe Shekarchi noted that James Brooks' upcoming comedy movie "Ella McCay" and HBO's "The Gilded Age" recently filmed in Rhode Island. "From catering and site usage for filming to increasing tourism, the film and TV industry generates revenue for our local businesses and brings in millions of dollars to our state," Sherkarchi said. Bravo hasn't said yet when the show will air or who will be cast as "Housewives." The series started in 2006 with "The Real Housewives of Orange County" and some of the more popular editions take place in Atlanta, New York City, New Jersey, Beverly Hills and Salt Lake City.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
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Judge Frank Caprio named commencement speaker at his alma mater, Providence College
Retired Chief Judge Frank Caprio, Sr., a 1958 graduate of Providence College, will deliver the commencement address at his alma mater's 107th commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 18, at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. (Contributed photo) Retired Rhode Island Chief Judge Frank Caprio, who gained fame as a mild-mannered dispenser of justice on the internet, will be the commencement speaker at Providence College this year, the school announced Wednesday. Caprio, 88, served for 38 years in the Providence Municipal Court where his public profile rose from starring in the Emmy-nominated 'Caught in Providence,' which began airing locally in 2000. The series featured Caprio ruling on cases like traffic or parking violations in a gentle way. Providence College is the first Rhode island higher education institution to announce its commencement speaker for the 2025 graduation season. The commencement ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, May 18, at 11 a.m. at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Caprio, who retired in 2023, has more than 26 million followers across different social media platforms, according to a PC news release, and his videos have over 10 billion views collectively. He has 2 million followers on both Facebook and Instagram. The son of Italian immigrants, Caprio was educated at Providence's Central High School, where his talents in scholastic wrestling won him the state championship in 1953. Caprio worked three jobs to finance his studies at Providence College, where he earned his bachelor's degree before going to teach classes in American government at Hope High School. While working as a teacher, Caprio went on to Suffolk University School of Law to earn his law degree, and began presiding over Providence courts in 1985. Caprio has been awarded two Honorary Doctorates of Law: one from Suffolk in 1991, and another from PC in 2008. The University of Rhode Island gave him an Honorary Doctorate of Public Service in 2016. Caprio previously chaired the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education, which in 2014 was consolidated into the Rhode Island Board of Education. The current equivalent of the Board of Governors is the Council on Postsecondary Education, and it oversees decision making for the state's three public institutions of higher learning: the University of Rhode Island, Rhode Island College and the Community College of Rhode Island. He also served on the Providence City Council from 1962 to 1968, and was inducted into the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame of 2019. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Judge Caprio will be Providence College's 2025 commencement speaker
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This year's graduates from Providence College will get to hear words of wisdom from 'America's Nicest Judge.' PC announced Wednesday their 2025 commencement speaker will be retired Rhode Island judge Frank Caprio on May 18 at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence. Caprio, 88, earned a bachelor's degree from the college in 1958 and a Honorary Doctorate of Law in 2008. He's most known for the TV show 'Caught in Providence,' which showcased his empathy and humor in the courtroom as chief judge in Providence's Municipal Court. WATCH: Interview with Judge Frank Caprio Last year, Caprio completed radiation treatment for pancreatic cancer after being diagnosed in December 2023. Caprio also released a book in February called 'Compassion in the Court: Life-Changing Stories from America's Nicest Judge.' The book explains how he became the compassionate judge his fans know him as. MORE: Judge Frank Caprio releasing book Providence College said on May 16, there will be a separate ceremony for graduate students and graduates from School of Continuing Education at the Peterson Center on campus. Former Boston Police Department Commissioner Michael Cox will be that ceremony's speaker. This year is PC's 107th commencement. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
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Community Focus: Judge Frank Caprio
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Beloved judge and star of television's 'Caught in Providence' Frank Caprio joined 12 News at 4 on Thursday to talk about his first book, 'Compassion in the Court,' which went on sale earlier this week. Caprio told 12 News anchor Kim Kalunian that he wrote the book to share a bit of his backstory and experiences with a new audience, and hopes it will encourage people to be more compassionate, caring, and understanding in their interactions with others. 'I hope the main takeaway is that when [readers] are dealing with other people, particularly when they're in positions of authority, to place themselves in the shoes of the person that's before them,' Caprio said, adding that it's important to not be 'too mean or too dogmatic.' In the more autobiographical sections of 'Compassion in the Court,' Caprio emphasizes the impact his parents had on his life. When asked what they would think of the book, he answered with a laugh: 'They'd say 'Good job, Frank!'' Caprio is still undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer, as he announced back in 2023. He said there's a 'long road ahead,' but hopes his positive attitude will continue to help him along the way. So what's next for the man known by many as 'The Nicest Judge in the World' now that he's conquered both television and print? 'Maybe a movie,' Caprio told 12 News. 'How about that?''Compassion in the Court' is available now wherever books are sold. Join Caprio at the Barrington Library this Saturday at 2 p.m. to get your copy autographed. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
