WTJX NEWSFEED

Monday, June 2, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: An incident involving a gas tank early this morning prompted the Virgin Islands Port Authority to temporarily close the Gallows Bay Port Facility on St. Croix. While the EnVIsion Tomorrow program has made progress in rebuilding homes across the territory, ongoing delays and funding challenges continue to hinder its efforts. A man on St. Croix could face up to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to an altercation in which he allegedly strangled a police officer. The Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission is asking lawmakers to increase its budget to $1.5 million, citing enforcement and staffing challenges that have hampered efforts to regulate the local taxi industry. Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, May 30, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Megan Corry, wanted by police, was taken into custody and is now facing multiple charges after allegedly stealing sentimental items and vandalizing the Ambassador’s Club at Regatta Point Villas. The Department of Human Services is appealing a $2 million Head Start funding cut amid an enrollment decline. FEMA has notified the Office of Disaster Recovery of its intent to deobligate funds for the Randall “Doc” James Racetrack on St. Croix. The Department of Health is kicking off its free annual Health and Wellness Fair at the St. Croix Education Complex on Monday. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, May 29, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Officials gather to christen the Department of Public Works’ newest ferry, The Spirit of 1733. We speak with Senator Marise James about her Op-Ed calling for a more stringent pension plan for governors and lt. governors; Senator Kurt Vialet weighs in. A St. Thomas woman is facing multiple criminal charges following a violent altercation in March that left another woman hospitalized with serious facial injuries. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Governor Albert Bryan Jr.  responds to calls to rescind wage increases recommended by the Public Officials Compensation Commission. The Virgin Islands Housing Authority faced scrutiny during a Public Finance Authority board meeting over what Governor Bryan characterized as a “woefully lacking” housing plan, expressing concern over the slow pace of housing redevelopment efforts. Two men are arrested after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle on St. Croix. The WAPA board approved two water rehabilitation projects on St. Thomas but voted to delay a contract for the advanced metering system. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Friday, May 23, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Senator At-Large Angel Bolques and Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett weigh in on concerns over private delivery package service delays in the territory, especially on the island of St. John. The Virgin Islands Port Authority is suing its former tenant Coastal Air for more than $18,000 in unpaid fees. Police on St. Croix are investigating a robbery and assault that took place at a jewelry store in Christiansted town. Organizers are preparing to hold the 24th annual Relay for Life this weekend on St. Croix. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, May 22, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Virgin Islands Board of Career and Technical Education is raising concerns over its ability to award student scholarships due to a lack of funding. During his 2025 Territorial Address, BVI Premier Natalio Wheatley announced plans to move forward with overhauling charter vessel licensing laws. Prosecutors have filed a notice to seek the death penalty against Richardson Dangleben, Jr., the man accused of killing VIPD Detective Delberth Phipps, Jr., on July 4, 2023. Police are searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a machete attack at Brewers Beach on St. Thomas. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: On the anniversary of the death of Robinson Ramirez Robles, VIPD announced the arrest of Ishmael Jean Christian for unauthorized possession of a firearm in connection with the 2023 homicide. We provide details in last night's murder on St. Thomas of 33-year-old Latifa Raimer shot by her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Dana Joseph Jr. A bill sponsored by Senator Ray Fonseca seeking to establish the Virgin Islands Meteorological Office within the territory was held in committee after concerns were raised about how it would be funded.