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Friday, April 26, 2024

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, two former Virgin Islands Correctional Officers at the John A. Bell Correctional Facility in St. Croix were found guilty of assaulting an inmate and falsifying records of the assault.  Former Charlotte Amalie High School Track & Field Coach, Alfredo Bruce Smith, is sentenced to 35 years in prison for raping and sexually exploiting underage male students at the school. The 35th Legislature passes three bills in an emergency session, following the Governor’s state of emergency declaration. The Virgin Islands Department of Health is offering free HIV testing as part of their “340 to Zero” initiative. And WAPA runs into delays on one of their projects. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, April 25, 2024

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the St. Croix Historic Preservation Commission conditionally approves the expansion of The Fred Hotel. Senators held an emergency Legislative Finance Committee meeting and grilled Water and Power Authority officials. The Department of Health launched a food safety hotline for residents to report any cases of possible food borne illness. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. says he’s prioritizing paying residents tax returns over outstanding retroactive wages payments. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Department of Education cuts the ribbon to a new micro-grid solar farm at the St. Croix Educational Complex. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. fires back at remarks made yesterday by Senator Donna Frett-Gregory during the 35th Legislature's Press Conference. A ruling has been made determining the ownership of the Caneel Bay Resort on St. John. The Public Services Commission receives updates from Liberty VI and approves a new telecommunications provider in the territory. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the 35^th Legislature holds a press conference to address the Governor’s state of emergency announcement regarding the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority. The Virgin Islands Energy Office will soon receive $62.5 million in federal funding to develop solar programs in the territory. The Virgin Islands Police Department has apprehended a St. Croix man wanted for aggravated rape in the first degree. And, a student art exhibit is opening in St. Croix’s Fort Frederik Museum. Listen to these stories and more.

Monday, April 22, 2024

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. declares a local state of emergency due to rotating power. A St. Thomas man has been arrested on charges of first-degree murder after killing a 33-year-old woman. Governor Bryan announces his nomination for a new Attorney General. Listen to these stories and more.

Thursday, April 18, 2024

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, a housing development on St. John takes center stage during a legislative rezoning hearing. The Virgin Islands Casino Control Commission approves VIGL’s initial license to operate a racino. The Public Service Commission hears from community members on the quality of service from Liberty VI. Listen to these stories and more.

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands Next Generation Network outlined to lawmakers their growing financial challenges. The Cannabis Advisory Board names a new executive director for the Office of Cannabis Regulations. Senator Donna Frett-Gregory reacts to Governor Albert Bryan Jr. vetoing a bill she proposed. Listen to these stories and more.

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

On today's WTJX Radio NewsFeed, 16 Virgin Islanders and local organizations were recognized during a Perma Plaque Ceremony at the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room on St. Croix. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. calls on construction contractors to stop attempts at price gouging the government. The VI Port Authority partially opens the Dale A. Gregory Transportation Center. We speak with Dr. Brittany Dawson about Black Maternal Health Week. Listen to these stories and more.