GEC’s stadium contract has now spanned 11 years, 24 change orders, and $32.3 million in spending—with lawmakers questioning a surprise $1.5M DPW payout, a December 25th completion date, and a contractor they say continues to under…
Seven USVI students completed elite training at Space Camp 2025 in Alabama, thanks to full scholarships from CFVI and RapierMed, participating in advanced simulations, aviation drills, and leadership exercises that inspired future…
…Program, in partnership with Sports, Parks, and Recreation, is hosting Back-to-School Fun Days across the territory, offering school supplies to fathers, family-friendly activities, and community engagement opportunities.
As the Education Department braces for more retirements and continued staffing shortfalls, officials push recruitment efforts, launch a “Grow Your Own” program, and prepare to close John H. Woodson Jr. High when Arthur A. Richards…
…adult felony charges for a 2024 armed robbery and 2025 shooting on St. Croix. Authorities say he fled the territory but was later apprehended and returned after a Family Court ruling transferred the case to adult court.
Speaking to over 100 clients and staff of international law firm Winston & Strawn, Governor Bryan highlighted the USVI’s tax breaks, renewable energy push, and exemption from the Jones Act as strategic assets for investment and bu…
Despite courtroom outbursts and multiple attorneys withdrawing over hostile conduct, Franklin Xavier beat his assault charge after arguing that prosecutors failed to prove injury—prompting a senator to request the bar results of D…
…at the Wilfred “Bomba” Allick Port and Transshipment Center on St. Croix were suspended after a gas tank fell on the dock. No injuries were reported as VIPA, emergency services, and the Coast Guard assess the scene and ensure safe…
The VIPD has arrested Ajani Prentice, 20, in connection with a deadly shooting on June 12 in Oswald Harris Court. The territory’s homicide count for 2025 currently stands at 19—10 on St. Thomas and 9 on St. Croix.
While $42 million in refunds await release, senators questioned BIR’s costly lease for its St. Thomas office. Elsewhere, OMB unveiled a $500K internal unit to replace the third-party fiduciary and improve compliance across local a…
Elijah Spencer, already under house arrest and monitored by ankle bracelet, was arrested June 10 after allegedly firing 13 shots at an occupied vehicle in April. His father, Tony Elizee, was also detained after three loaded guns w…
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