WTJX NEWSFEED

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: U.S. Attorney Adam Sleeper announced today that United States Department of Justice filed a complaint against the VIPD, alleging unconstitutional practices resulting in effective denials of gun permits. The Department of Agriculture will begin a territory-wide fruit and native tree distribution tomorrow as part of an effort to regreen the Virgin Islands. Officials broke ground on the new Donna M. Christian Christensen Health Center on St. Croix.  A woman on St. Croix has been arrested and charged with assault following a domestic violence incident. Listen to these stories and more.

Monday, December 15, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Attorney General Gordon Rhea joined a bipartisan coalition of 42 attorneys general urging major artificial intelligence companies to strengthen safeguards on chatbot technology, amid concerns about harmful impacts on vulnerable users. Police are investigating the death of businessman, radio talk show host, and perennial senatorial candidate Michael Springer, who was found unresponsive at his St. Croix home. Attorney Clive Rivers, representing former St. Thomas assistant principal Clifton Boyd, who faces multiple felony sexual assault charges involving a former student, is asking the Superior Court to reduce his client’s $500,000 cash bail. Government House responds to the federal convictions of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal, calling the verdicts a win for justice but a “sad day for the Virgin Islands.” Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, December 12, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: U.S. Attorney Adam Sleeper says the convictions of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal show that those who violate the public trust, regardless of who they are, will be held accountable. We also speak with Senator Franklin Johnson who says he believes more indictments are forthcoming. Following the arrest of 39-year-old Cleo Taylor in the violent assault in Estate La Grange, her mother says she spent years unsuccessfully seeking long-term mental health treatment for her daughter and believes proper care may have prevented the incident. The Children’s Museum of St. Croix, Kidsville and the Butterfly Effect will host a free, cultural festival on Sunday featuring more than 20 activity tents, performances, global holiday traditions, and family engagement activities. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, December 11, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal were found guilty on all federal corruption charges today. We speak with contributing reporter and "Trial Watch" host, Isabelle Teare, who was in the courtroom as the verdict was read. The 20th anniversary of the Crucian Christmas Foreday Serenade kicked off this morning bringing together neighbors, first-time participants, and celebrating the beloved tradition led by Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights and WTJX. Police arrested 39-year-old Cleo Taylor wanted in connection with a violent assault that occurred on La Grange Road on Black Friday. We speak with the St. Croix Police Chief. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed:  Our contributing reporter Isabelle Teare recaps the morning’s proceedings as the federal corruption trial of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal draws to a close. A  St. Croix woman injured in a violent Black Friday assault shares her experience as she continues recovery, raising concerns about public safety and the unresolved search for the suspect, 39-year-old Cleo Taylor. The Crucian Christmas Foreday Serenade returns before dawn tomorrow, as Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights and WTJX lead the beloved multi-day cultural tradition marking its 20th anniversary revival. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed:  Our contributing reporter Isabelle Teare recaps the morning’s proceedings during a break as the federal corruption trial of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal enters day five. Facing $31.3 million in unpaid vendor bills, new VIWMA Executive Director Hannibal “Mike” Ware warns lawmakers that the territory’s waste system is in collapse, urging adoption of household and commercial waste fees. Police on St. Croix are asking for the public’s help in locating 26-year-old Joi Thomas-Lewis. Listen to these stories and more.

Monday, December 8, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Committee on Homeland Security, Justice and Public Safety advanced  legislation tightening oversight of synthetic THC products, proposing to close loopholes created by the 2018 Farm Bill and aligning local rules with new federal standards. A man and woman on St. Thomas were arrested and charged with third-degree assault domestic violence after police say an argument escalated into a stabbing and bottle-throwing incident. As the federal corruption trial of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal continues, our contributing reporter Isabelle Teare recaps the first half of today’s proceedings. Listen to these stories and more.

Friday, December 5, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed:  Our contributing reporter Isabelle Teare recaps the morning’s proceedings of day three in the federal corruption trial of former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal. Lawmakers advanced a resolution honoring U.S. Senator Mike Crapo for his vigilance in securing the permanent rum cover-over rate increase. The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority is alerting residents to planned power outages on St. Croix and St. Thomas this Saturday, along with weekday traffic disruptions on Queen Mary Highway as crews conduct electrical maintenance and roadway paving. Listen to these stories and more.