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The WTJX News Feed is your local NPR News keeping you informed about the latest developments throughout the community. From local stories that impact your daily life to events shaping the Region, we’ve got you covered. Join us every weekday at 5pm for comprehensive news and exclusive interviews. Whether you’re at home, on your commute, or at work, ”The WTJX News Feed” keeps you connected to the stories that matter most.
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Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Lawmakers were left perplexed by the protracted transition of Shamari Haynes to Deputy Commissioner within the Department of Tourism after testimony revealed that more than a year later his NOPA has yet to be finalized. A man has been arrested on St. Thomas and is currently awaiting extradition to the state of Pennsylvania, where he faces multiple charges related to Medicaid fraud. And after years of anticipation, St. Croix’s Vincent Mason Pool will soon be open to the public. We speak with Vincent Roberts, acting commissioner of the department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation about the project. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: community members voice concerns over whether a proposed 80-unit residential development on the Northside of St. Thomas will actually benefit longtime Virgin Islands residents struggling to find housing. After telling lawmakers that 29% of customer bills are estimated, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority once again faces questioning about its failing Advanced Metering Infrastructure. And several of the territory’s middle schoolers are bound for Washington D.C., after placing in the top 4 at the MATHCOUNTS State Competition this week. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, WAPA has failed to pay its required assessment fee to the Public Services Commission; the commission claims that this failure undermines its operations. Lawmakers are seeking answers from the Department of Tourism regarding unpaid vendor invoices from the 2024 Crucian Christmas Festival, while Senator Hubert Frederick is advocating for the department to ensure fair pay for local musicians. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is calling for a higher tax rate on Airbnb rentals—an effort he says will increase hotel tax revenue and help address the rising cost of housing in the territory. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: We speak with attorney Eric R. Breslin, counsel for Stacey Plaskett, following the ruling by a federal judge leaving her as the sole defendant in the lawsuit filed by unnamed victims of Jefferey Epstein. Virgin Islanders remember WBA lightweight boxing champion Ras-I Alujah Bramble (Livingstone Bramble), who passed away at age 64. During OMB’s Revenue Estimating Conference, Governor Albert Bryan and Senator Hubert Frederick debate business license fees. A woman has been sentenced in VI District Court for her federal conviction of embezzlement. Listen to these stories and more.
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Former CAHS principal Alcede Edwards seeks clearer allegations from the John Doe sexual abuse lawsuit, calling the complaint a "shotgun pleading." We speak with defense attorney Kye Walker following the dismissal of DUI and negligent driving charges against her client, assistant sergeant at arms for the Legislature, Walton Jack. Joseph Limeburner has been named the recipient of the 2024 Maria Rodriguez Van Heurck Award. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, police are investigating an act of vandalism at the McDonald's La Reine restaurant in St. Croix after a man was caught on surveillance video smashing the establishment's glass windows and doors. A bill sponsored by Senator Ray Fonseca, seeking to increase the Highway User’s Tax in the territory, has been held in committee following concerns raised during a Senate Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance. Authorities are investigating a violent home invasion on St. John that left one man injured. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Lawmakers advance a proposed 99-year lease agreement to build a VI Museum of Art in the historic town of Charlotte Amalie. A murder suspect is now in custody in St. Thomas in connection to a 2024 shooting that claimed the life of 59-year-old Cecil Scatliffe. VITEMA prepares to host Carib Wave 2025, a regional Caribbean drill designed to test tsunami preparedness and response strategies. Health officials in the territory are urging residents to ensure they are vaccinated as a measles outbreak spreads across the mainland. Listen to these stories and more.
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed: A lawsuit was filed against the Virgin Islands Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation (VIGHHFC) and Dr. Gilbert Comissiong, alleging medical malpractice in relation to the death of 29-year-old Jade Barber following a bariatric surgery at the Roy Lester Schneider Hospital in 2023. VIPA announced the temporary closure of the Victor Sewer Marine Facility parking lot in Cruz Bay, St. John to accommodate this weekend's 2025 Food Truck Festival. The Virgin Islands Lottery has temporarily ceased operations due to a cyberattack. Listen to these stories and more.