WTJX NEWSFEED

Thursday, June 12, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: VIPD Commissioner Mario Brooks announced a 19% drop in major crimes but urges focus on conflict resolution amid ongoing violence. An early morning shooting on St. Thomas near the Oswald Harris Court claimed the life of 28-year-old Shyiane Degallerie, marking the territory’s 17th homicide of the year. Superior Court Judge Alphonso Andrews Jr. has extended the TRO halting parole board hearings until a decision is reached on the merits of the case. The Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association is urging the USVI government to take immediate and reciprocal action in response to an increase in fees imposed by the BVI on USVI-based vessels, Governor Bryan responds by calling the BVI charter fees fair and necessary for regional economic balance. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Silver Airways has ceased operations as of today, ending its services across several destinations in the Caribbean and regional routes in Florida; its subsidiary Seaborne Airline to continue operations. WAPA accuses the Public Services Commission of disregarding operational realities in its decision to reduce the LEAC. The Commission cited overcollection and a lack of accountability as justification for the reduction. The Division of Banking, Insurance & Financial Regulation office on St. Croix has moved to the second floor of the old Caribe Home Center Building from its former location on King Street in Christiansted. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: While Lt. Governor Roach issued a public statement last month asserting that he learned through the media of Haldane Davies’ appointment to serve as the Director of the BER, Governor Bryan countered in a VI Consortium interview last night that he told Roach of the move prior to Davies’ appointment. The Economic Development Authority is appealing to lawmakers for increased budget funding, pointing to the need for increased staffing to meet demands and expand its impact on the territory’s economy. A man has been arrested on attempted murder charges following an April shooting in Estate Upper Love. During the execution of a search warrant this morning, officers also took the arrestee’s father into custody for unauthorized possession of a firearm. Listen to these stories and more.

Monday, June 9, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: A California man is sentenced to eight months in federal prison for making violent threats against postal workers on St. Thomas after accusing them of mishandling marijuana-filled packages he mailed from the mainland. St. Croix District Teacher of the Year, Cherise Davis, has been named the 2025–2026 Virgin Islands State Teacher of the Year. A 36-year-old woman on St. Croix has been arrested by police and is now facing domestic violence charges. The Standing Committee on Culture & Heritage for the 6th Constitutional Convention will meet virtually tomorrow from 6 to 8 p.m. To participate virtually, log on to the following: https://streamyard.com/6jin5iwnx4. You can also observe via YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/live/IuuK8z3QkVg. Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, June 6, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Senators advance a bill dubbed "Jahniqua’s Law” to hold those convicted of negligent or impaired driving to pay maintenance to the children of their victims. A 15-year-old minor has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting on the Christiansted Boardwalk of popular local comedian, Jordan ‘Dutty Heart’ Jones. VIFEMS celebrates the graduation of 12 dually trained firefighter-EMTs. The Standing Committee on Human Rights for the 6th constitutional convention will hold a public meeting tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Legislative Chambers on St. John and on Zoom, at the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8170896783?pwd=NWkzS3VtNkFFbm9hNnRkNzM3MzdWZz09&omn=85864385590 Meeting ID: 817 089 6783 Passcode: 9RAJEz. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, June 5, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The standoff between the legislature and Governor Albert Bryan, Jr. came to a head, with lawmakers voting to rescind the salary raises that have sparked public outrage. The territory marks its 14th homicide of the year, after 38-year-old Jordan Jones, a popular comedian known by the name Dutty Heart, was shot and killed in broad daylight on the Christiansted boardwalk today. We speak with John Engerman, the executive producer of the ChattaBox VI Comedy Series, about Jones’ impact on the territory’s comedy landscape. And the University of the Virgin Islands receives a state-of-the-art aquaponics facility. Listen to these stories and more. 

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Two men were arrested and charged in connection with the theft of several commercial trucks and heavy equipment on St. Croix. The executive branch financial team defends the proposed FY 2026 budget to lawmakers, highlighting a conservative approach due to federal uncertainties. A Dominican Republic national was sentenced in VI District Court to 10 months in prison for alien smuggling. Lawmakers vote to rescind wages for top government officials recommended by the Public Officials Compensation Commission. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Virgin Islands residents are urged to take serious steps to prepare for what is expected to be an active 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. During a Committee of the Whole hearing, lawmakers discussed a measure to rescind raises for top government officials as well as one to raise the salaries of the lowest paid government employees. Two St. Thomas men were sentenced in District Court to 15 years in prison for illegally possessing multiple loaded firearms. The Bureau of Motor Vehicles issued a warning to the public about a phishing scam targeting residents via fake text messages. Listen to these stories and more.