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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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Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
On today's NewsFeed, during a press briefing, Governor Albert Bryan Jr provided next steps to address the brown water crisis on St. Croix. During a ceremony at Government House Lisa Alejandro was officially sworn in as Commissioner of the Department of Property and Procurement. The United States Attorney announced the indictment of 13 charges against Richard Dangleben Jr., related to the July 4, 2023, shooting death of Virgin Islands Police Detective Delberth Phipps. Governor Bryan declared October as Rett Syndrome Awareness Month. We speak with Shane Gaspard, one of the founders of Ella’s Hope, an Awareness Organization in the territory. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Monday Oct 16, 2023
On today's NewsFeed, Andrew Smith, Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority, talks about the brown water issues facing residents on St. Croix. Amid a 300% rate increase from the Department of Sports Park and Recreations, cruise ship vendors are seeking help, we speak with an affected vendor. Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett issues a statement regarding the escalating conflicts in Gaza. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
On today's NewsFeed, Andrew Smith, Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority, talks about the newly implemented Wartsila generators. Senator Samuel Carrion speaks about his horseracing bill's passage into law. Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett expresses frustration regarding the Caneel Bay Resort Retained Use Estate. And, the Virgin Islands Softball Team wins the One Caribbean Invitational in Nassau, Bahamas. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
On today's NewsFeed, at a hearing for the Committee on Homeland Security, Justice and Public Safety, lawmakers received testimony regarding Bill No. 35-0086, proposed by Senator Dwayne DeGraff, that seeks to mandate background checks of employees. A federal appellate court has agreed that the Virgin Islands Carnival Committee is unlikely to succeed in blocking the Government from using its trademark...V.I. Carnival Committee Chairman, Edgar Baker Phillips, weighs in on the issue. At a hearing for the Committee on Health, Hospitals, and Human Services, Dr. Walter Rohloff, a nephrologist, testified before legislators highlighting the severity of kidney disease in the territory. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
On today's NewsFeed, Governor Albert Bryan Jr's. Workforce Development Summit kicked off on the island of St. Croix. At yesterday's Committee on Homeland Security, Justice and Public Safety, members approved Bill no. 35-0127 relating to the invasion of privacy of accident victims by first responders. At a recent Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports & Parks hearing, the Virgin Islands Emancipation Committee updated lawmakers on the extension of the 175th commemoration celebration. Also, Senator Marvin Blyden, comments on measures he secured after the passing of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget bills. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
On today's WTJX NewsFeed, the Virgin Islands Police Department is investigating the death of a man on the island of St. Croix...the victim's father speaks out. We receive a response from the Director of Communications for the Bryan/Roach Administration, Richard Motta, on the next steps for the St. John Land Swap. Senator Donna Frett-Gregory will be seeking an override of Governor Albert Bryan's veto of Bill no. 35-0082. Also, we get a candidate's reaction to Bill No. 35-0032, which would allow government employees to run for political office while actively employed; the bill was held at the call of the chair of the Rules and Judiciary Committee. Click "listen" for these stories and more.
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
In today's NewsFeed, the Director of Communications for the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority provides insight into the early morning island-wide power outage in the district of St. Thomas/St. John. The Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency Director, Daryl Jaschen, provides an update to the Emergency Alert Systems test conducted in the territory. The bill to establish mobile integrated healthcare programs receive a favorable response from senators at a recent Health, Hospitals, and Human Services legislative meeting; we get a reaction on the passing of the bill from the Commissioner of the Department of Health. The Director for the Office of Veteran Affairs, Patrick Farrell, tells us about the National Guard Association of the United States award he recently received. These stories and more.
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
In today's NewsFeed, the President of the University of the Virgin Islands, Dr. David Hall, responds to allegations that UVI made special courses at the request of Jeffery Epstein. Taxi drivers and operators expressed their frustrations with the Taxicab Commission at a recent town hall hosted on St. Thomas by Senator Carla Joseph. We talk with Luis Torres, President of the Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Committee, who tells us about this year's celebration. These stories and more.