WTJX NEWSFEED

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Humane Society of St. Thomas, the Department of Health, and a 24-member DOD Innovative Readiness Training Team are conducting a free veterinary clinic, including spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping services on St. Thomas. Police are investigating an attempted murder incident in the St. Croix District following a shooting near Harborview Apartments last evening. The minor suspect arrested in connection to the homicide of Jordan “Dutty Heart” Jones has officially been transferred to adult court. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Jah’Millia Maloney and Trinity Walters capture the title of St. John Celebration Queen and Princess, respectively. VIPD issues an Amber Alert for two missing minors on St. Croix. Lawmakers debate a measure that would require the subsidiaries of the V.I. Public Finance Authority to join the Government Employees’ Retirement System. A married couple on St. Thomas was arrested following a domestic disturbance. Listen to these stories and more.

Monday, June 23, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Following three separate shootings over the weekend, Senate Vice President Kenneth L. Gittens is calling for urgent action and proposing a redeployment strategy to shift more peace officers into community-based policing roles under VIPD. The Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas was reopened this afternoon after closing in the early morning hours due to a fire. VIDOJ Criminal Division Chief Amie M. Simpson explains that despite 32-year-old Kaley L. Lund’s new charge carrying a bail amount of $5,500, she is unlikely to be released due to the bench warrant issued in her manslaughter case. The Virgin Islands is set to receive over $2 million in federal funding for vital capital improvement projects across the territory. Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, June 20, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: During a legislative budget hearing, lawmakers questioned the credentials of two VI Justice Department attorneys after St. Croix Criminal Chief Amie Simpson lost a second-degree assault case to a self-represented defendant following a one-day trial. Police are warning St. Croix residents to be vigilant following a reported rise in burglaries on the island. The Department of Human Services is investigating a potential cyber incident. Loved ones gathered on St. Croix to remember the life and legacy of Austin Eldred "Edgie" Christian. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: A St. Thomas man has been arrested and is now facing multiple charges after allegedly brandishing a knife inside a Wendy's restaurant on St. Thomas. Superior Court Judge Sigrid Tejo granted a temporary restraining order filed by VIPD against the Police Benevolent Association, ordering officers who are participating in a job action to return to work. During a hearing for the Committee on Education and Workforce Development, lawmakers criticized the Bureau of School Construction and Maintenance over delays, lack of specificity, and progress. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. acted on a series of measures that passed during the Legislature's June 4 session. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: A bill that would allow property owners to reclaim land seized through eminent domain if the government fails to develop it within 25 years has been held in committee. A St. Croix man has been arrested for cashing over $10,000 in counterfeit checks. Two women from the mainland were arraigned in District Court for separate drug trafficking cases after marijuana was discovered in their luggage at the Cyril E. King Airport on St. Thomas. Senate leadership is exploring the legality of the appointment of Dr. Haldane Davies to lead the Bureau of Economic Research. Listen to these stories and more.

Monday, June 16, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: WAPA celebrates the opening of the Hogensborg Solar Farm on St. Croix, now the biggest solar farm in the VI. A bold daylight shooting on St. Thomas claimed the life of 29-year-old Everton G. Ralph Jr, marking the territory’s 18th homicide for the year and the 2nd shooting death on St. Thomas within 72 hours. Police have arrested 20-year-old Ajani Prentice in connection to the Oswald Harris Court shooting that claimed the life of 28-year-old Shyiane Degallerie. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. left the territory today to head to Washington, D.C. for a meeting on Wednesday with U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, June 13, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Antilles School sailing program marked a milestone moment by honoring four senior sailors who will be continuing their athletic and academic journeys at the collegiate level. A bill seeking to raise the cap on damages that individuals can recover from the government was held in committee once again amid growing concerns over its fiscal impact. Family and friends gathered at candlelight vigils on St. Croix to remember Jordan “Dutty Heart” Jones. Senator Kurt Vialet responds to Governor Albert Bryan Jr. saying the 36th Legislature’s $35K wage mandate for the lowest paid government employees was “catastrophic” and “irresponsible.” Listen to these stories and more.