WTJX NEWSFEED

Monday, June 30, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The 2025 St. John Food Fair honored beloved baker and culture bearer Barbara Hendricks and remembered master woodturner Avelino “Bino” Samuel. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. takes aimed remarks at the 36th Legislature following its override to rescind salary increases and increase the minimum salary for government employees, citing reckless and retaliatory policymaking.  A 15-year-old has been officially arrested and charged with murder for the killing of 38-year-old Jordan Jones. An 18-year-old is facing multiple charges as an adult following two incidents that occurred less than six months apart when he was a minor. Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, June 27, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Virgin Islands Port Authority board has tabled the Frederiksted waterfront master plan amid concerns over government coordination. A woman on St. Thomas has been arrested following a domestic disturbance that escalated into property damage and a physical altercation. The 5-cent LEAC reduction set to take effect on July 1 has been paused after the VI Water and Power Authority filed a petition for reconsideration with the Public Services Commission. Lawmakers voted unanimously today to override Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s veto of the bill that raises the minimum salary for full-time government employees and the bill that rescinds the salary increases granted to several top government officials based on the recommendations of the Public Officials Compensation Commission; the governor responds. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, June 26, 2025

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is urging residents to make the switch to standardized trash carts as a growing number of noncompliant containers are creating safety hazards for sanitation crews. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has nominated Xavier Acevedo to serve on the governing board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority. A man on St. Croix was arrested following a confrontation with officers during a police search. The family of Kelvin “Kelly Gerbil” Woodson is speaking out following the acquittal of Pernell Towers Jr., expressing disappointment in the police investigation and prosecution. Listen to these stories and more.

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.