On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Lawmakers are raising concerns after learning the Virgin Islands Department of Health spent $240,000 in rent on an empty building it never used, highlighting broader financial mismanagement as the department requests over $60 million for its FY 2026 budget. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. reacts to former DSPR Commissioner Calvert White’s corruption conviction, responds to issues raised during the trial, and addresses concerns over procurement breaches. A St. Croix woman is facing domestic violence charges after allegedly assaulting her sister during a dispute over their ailing mother’s care. Governor Bryan announced that Joseph Boschulte is stepping down as Tourism Commissioner and has nominated Jennifer Matarangas-King as his replacement. The Sixth Constitutional Convention is holding two virtual meetings this week for the Standing Committee on Human Rights. Here are the links to the meetings — Monday’s meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89475979666?pwd=SbfObwE5MqAmu3fbJPhpQV1kUSn7rG. Wednesday’s meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84685752864?pwd=LlnMuja5OsoDdaFaEpvqXrcZm3p3Cd.1. Listen to these stories and more.
WTJX NEWSFEED: July 28, 2025
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