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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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Friday Dec 06, 2024
Friday Dec 06, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission and the Department of Health have signed a MOU to tackle the issue of problem gambling in the territory. We speak with journalist, Janeka Simon from the VI Consortium, following her interview with a mother who says her son was a victim of convicted rapist Alfredo Bruce Smith. Following a governing board meeting, WAPA announces two key appointments to its leadership team. Listen to these stories and more.
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands will observe the inaugural Alicia “Chucky” Hansen Day tomorrow, posthumously honoring the 11-term Crucian senator. St. Croix sees its second fatal shooting in under 24 hours, marking the territory’s 40th homicide of the year. And the Schneider Regional Medical Center on St. Thomas was hit with its second ransomware attack of the year, prompting a federal investigation into the source of the attack. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Senator Donna Frett-Gregory says she plans on moving for an override of the governor’s veto of a bill which sought to strengthen the laws surrounding abandoned and derelict vehicles in the territory. The territory records its 39th homicide of the year, after a man was shot and killed near Christiansted last night. And victims of Bruce Smith’s sexual abuse can now pursue civil claims against enablers in court, thanks to a new law that removes the two-year statute of limitations for civil claims related to childhood sexual abuse in the Virgin Islands.
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, former VIHFA COO, Stephanie Berry, has filed wrongful termination lawsuit alleging retaliation. Lawmakers demand action following reports of illegal activities at Lindbergh Bay and the Emerald Beach Hotel. We speak with Taylor Canfield of St. Thomas, who recently earned bronze alongside his crew in the season-opening Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, several crews from VIFEMS responded to an early morning structural fire in Savan. We speak with Deputy Commissioner of Public Health, Renan Steele, following DOH completing their 2024 Youth Risk Behavior Survey. Police are investigating the homicide of a man on St. Croix. Listen to these stories and more.
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, a man on St. Croix is arrested after setting a fire inside the Wilbur H. Francis Command police station. We speak with a representative from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force following a boating accident near Virgin Gorda that claimed the life of a charter boat captain from St. Thomas, 39-year-old Stephen Cross. Lawmakers advance a measure that moves to regulate medical waste management in the territory. Listen to these stories and more.
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024