WTJX NEWSFEED

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.

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.