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Tuesday, June 2, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Frustrated residents took their concerns directly to lawmakers today, staging a protest outside the Capitol Building on St. Thomas and demanding accountability from the Water and Power Authority. A coordinated rescue operation involving the Coast Guard and local emergency responders saved a boater after a catamaran caught fire and sank south of St. Thomas. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is bringing lawmakers, horsemen, and gaming officials to the table on June 12 as the administration seeks public input and stakeholder feedback on a proposed agreement to restore horse racing on St. Croix. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: A protester displays a brown paper bag labeled “Spoiled Food — Brought to You by WAPA” during a demonstration outside the Legislature's Capitol Building in St. Thomas, where residents expressed frustration over food losses and other hardships caused by recent power outages in the St. Thomas/St. John district.

Source: WTJX/Richard Sturdivant

Monday, June 1, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: WAPA CEO Karl Knight says a fuel valve malfunction at the Randolph Harley Power Plant over the weekend triggered a cascade of equipment failures that left thousands without electricity. The latest WAPA outage has also intensified scrutiny of the utility's finances and operations, prompting renewed demands from senators for transparency, accountability, and potential federal assistance. Police are investigating a weekend double homicide in Lindbergh Bay after two men were fatally shot and a third person wounded, pushing the territory’s homicide count to 14 so far this year. United Airlines will launch the only nonstop service between St. Croix and the New York Tristate area in October, providing a direct connection between Henry E. Rohlsen Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: WAPA CEO Karl Knight speaks during a press briefing regarding the weekend blackout in the St. Thomas/St. John district.

Source: WTJX/Tom Eader

Friday, May 29, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority hosted its first Lineworker Exhibition & Festival at the Agricultural Fairgrounds to showcase the skills, safety practices, and everyday work of its linemen, while also honoring crews who helped restore power in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa. District Judge Mark Kearny upheld the public corruption convictions of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal, rejecting their efforts to overturn the jury’s verdicts ahead of their respective June 9 and 11 sentencing. The Virgin Islands Parole Board is preparing to hear parole applications from 35 inmates housed in correctional facilities in Mississippi, Virginia, and the territory during a week of hearings scheduled for late June. Listen to these stories and more.

 

Pictured: WAPA lineworkers demonstrate climbing and utility restoration techniques during the Authority’s first Lineworker Exhibition and Festival at the Agricultural Fairgrounds on St. Croix.

Source: WTJX/Glenroy Roberts

Thursday, May 28, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: For the first time since the expansion of the Court, the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands has its full complement following the legislature's confirmation of Judge Denise Francois, while attorney Renee Andre received confirmation to the Superior Court bench in the St. Thomas–St. John district. A constitutional advisor says parts of the proposed Virgin Islands constitution may invite federal legal challenges, as delegates continue the territory’s sixth effort to adopt a constitution. The Veterans Drive Improvement Project on St. Thomas has secured its final major federal permit, allowing the waterfront and transportation improvement project to move closer to the solicitation and procurement phase. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: Associate Justice Denise M. Francois and Judge Renee M. Andre

Source: Judiciary of the Virgin Islands

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Virgin Islands Equestrian Training Center broke ground on St. Croix, with officials saying it will give young riders a structured place to train while opening doors to careers in the horse racing industry. Jed JohnHope responds to being disqualified from running for delegate to Congress after failing to meet the mandatory signature requirement on his petition papers. And lawmakers moved four bills forward in a Committee on Rules and Judiciary hearing, one of which will rename a stretch of Hospital Gade “Detective Delbert’s Phipps Jr., Memorial Street,” in honor of the fallen VIPD detective. Listen to these stories and more.  

Pictured: Senator Angel Bolques, Jr., one of the sponsors of the legislation that championed the project, stands with a group of young riders at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Virgin Islands Equestrian Training Center on St. Croix.

Photo source: Senator Angel Bolques, Jr.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Senator Kurt Vialet is demanding immediate action from the Departments of Agriculture and Human Services to process long-delayed Act 8995 pay raises for some of the government’s lowest-paid employees, calling the months-long holdup an unacceptable failure of accountability and respect. A St. Croix woman is facing attempted murder and domestic violence-related charges after she allegedly struck the father of her child intentionally with her vehicle during a confrontation in Christiansted town. During USVI 2026 Economic Development Summit, organized by the Office of Senator Hubert L. Frederick, Port Hamilton Refining and Transportation Director David Johnson proclaimed that the St. Croix refinery will restart and could become a power provider for the island. Listen to these stories and more. 

 

Pictured: Senate Majority Leader Kurt Vialet is calling for immediate action to address delays in the full implementation of the government employee salary increases mandated under Act 8995.

 

Source: Legislature of the Virgin Islands 

 

Friday, May 22, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: For the first time in 35 years both valedictorian and salutatorian honors were male students as the Charlotte Amalie High School Class of 2026 celebrated academic excellence, scholarships, championships, and historic milestones during commencement exercises. The Adult Continuing Education program on St. Thomas celebrated 38 adult learners with some graduates overcoming homelessness, language barriers, health struggles, and other life challenges to earn their diplomas. VIFEMS is investigating the cause of a Wednesday afternoon structural fire in Estate Nazareth that left an apartment uninhabitable. Listen to these stories and more.

 

Pictured: CAHS valedictorian Mirza Baig, right, and salutatorian Daniel Nganga, left, applaud during their commencement exercise for the Class of 2026, marking the first time in 35 years that both top academic honors were earned by male students.

 

Source: Virgin Islands Department of Education 

Thursday, May 21, 2026

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Ivanna Eudora Kean High School Class of 2026 celebrated 159 graduates, who collectively received more than $7.3 million in scholarships and financial aid. Meanwhile, 151 students graduated from the Raphael O. Wheatley Skill Center with many already securing jobs across differing fields. A Superior Court judge has ruled that 16-year-old Angelo Javier Carmona is competent to stand trial as an adult in connection with the 2025 killing of comedian Jordan Jones on the Christiansted boardwalk, finding that while the teen lacks legal knowledge and experience, he still has a rational understanding of the proceedings and can assist in his own defense. Listen to these stories and more.

Pictured: Graduates from Ivanna Eudora Kean High School’s Class of 2026 celebrate and turn their tassels during a commencement ceremony inside the school gymnasium.

Source: Legislature of the Virgin Islands