Jamal Griffith accused BOC of ignoring due process and punishing staff unevenly, citing unjust terminations, retaliation claims, and grievances under Dir. Wynnie Testamark, whose leadership has drawn criticism from union officials…
The GESC Health Insurance Board commissioned a case study on self-funding. Officials cited potential savings but warned of high risks, rising claims, and the need for secure reserves as lawmakers voted to keep the Cigna contract i…
St. Croix native Andrew Petersen, newly promoted to O-5 Commander in the U.S. Navy, is preparing for his first command. He reflects on his upbringing, path to leadership, and the camaraderie of life at sea as the USS John F. Kenne…
…$8 million from the American Rescue Plan Act, is projected to exhaust funds by year’s end. With 65 approvals to date and more than 400 still eligible, officials urge quick action as lawmakers weigh additional support.
The NHC is tracking Invest AL91 with a 60% chance of development in 48 hours and 90% in seven days, warning the system could near the Lesser Antilles next week. USVI residents are urged to prepare.
A Thursday fire at VIDE headquarters was contained to a storage area and restroom, narrowly missing the server room that connects St. Thomas/St. John schools. Officials say cloud backup and stronger protections are now under urgen…
Senate President Milton Potter pushed back against Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s criticisms after the Legislature denied Summer’s End a permit renewal, saying the project’s permit expired in 2021 and only CZM has authority to reinst…
…Virgin Islands property owners that 2025 real property taxes must be paid by August 30. Payments not made on time will be considered delinquent and subject to interest, penalties, auctions, or foreclosure.
…and VIPD Commissioner Mario Brooks denounced the recent threats against USVI schools, calling them “unacceptable,” and said DOJ, VIPD, and federal partners are working tirelessly to hold those responsible accountable.
…has called on the new management team of Lovenlund Apartments on St. Thomas and Calabash Boom on St. John to address what he described as long-standing and unacceptable living conditions that continue to frustrate tenants. In a le…
Jacques Jean Baptiste was stopped by CBP officials at Cyril E. King Airport on August 7 while preparing to fly to Orlando. He admitted paying $1,800 to enter St. John by boat in May 2024 and was charged with improper entry by an a…
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