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An abandoned house owned by the government that is overgrown with bush, right, sits next to a building on Hospital Street in Christiansted that developer Peter Zielke renovated into housing units, left. Zielke is now in the process of purchasing the abandoned house from the government, pending legislative approval, to expand housing in the area.

Legislature is last hurdle in utilizing abandoned government property to expand housing in C’sted

Governor, developer detail plans for revitalized Gallows Bay corridor inclusive of rental units, fitness gym, and boardwalk extension.

Former department heads Calvert White, Jenifer O’Neal, and Ray Martinez, all convicted of wire fraud and bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds in two separate trials.

Sentencing is on the horizon for three former Bryan cabinet members, WTJX explores guidelines

WTJX explores guidelines in light of the upcoming sentencing of former government officials Ray Martinez, Jenifer O’Neal, and Calvert White.

Pictured: Former VIPD Commissioner Ray Martinez and his wife Diana exit the Ron de Lugo Federal Courthouse flanked by his attorneys Juan Matos de Juan (far left) and Miguel Oppenheimer

WTJX NEWSFEED: December 11, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal were found guilty on all federal corruption charges today. We speak with contributing reporter and "Trial Watch" host, Isabelle Teare, who was in the courtroom as the verdict was read.

Banco Popular executives and government dignitaries participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony today in the Sunny Isle Annex to celebrate the opening of Banco Popular’s new branch.

Banco Popular marks more than 40 years on St. Croix with opening of new branch in the Sunny Isle Annex.

WTJX NEWSFEED: December 15, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Attorney General Gordon Rhea joined a bipartisan coalition of 42 attorneys general urging major artificial intelligence companies to strengthen safeguards on chatbot technology, amid concerns about harmful impacts on vulnerable users. Police are investigating the death of businessman, radio talk show host, and perennial senatorial candidate Michael Springer, who was found unresponsive at his St. Croix home.

Former Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal arrives at District Court on St. Thomas for the fourth day of her trial on December 8.

Ex-OMB Director Jenifer O’Neal files motion for acquittal judgment, new trial following conviction

Ex-Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal moves for acquittal judgment and new trial following corruption conviction on grounds of insufficient evidence.

Alex Bruney, Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority engineering manager, seated at right, speaks during a wastewater haulers town hall meeting Wednesday at Alfredo Andrews Elementary School. Hannibal “Mike” Ware, VIWMA executive director, right, and Akima Williams, VIWMA compliance manager, second from right, are also pictured along with VIWMA staff and wastewater haulers in attendance.

Wastewater haulers updated at town hall on new VIWMA septage waste disposal fee effective next month

Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority to implement septage waste disposal fee of $75.58 per 1,000 gallons of wastewater effective January 1, 2026.

Pictured: (From left to right) VIPA Executive Director Carlton Dowe, Governor Albert Bryan Jr., Kevin Goldstein, Head of Development for the Americas for Cruise Terminals International, and VIPA Board Chairman Willard John

WTJX NEWSFEED: December 18, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: The Virgin Islands Port Authority signed a public-private partnership with Royal Caribbean Group and Cruise Terminals International to redevelop the Crown Bay district on St. Thomas.

Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett speaks during the Superior Court Renaming Ceremony in honor of former Superior Court Judge Verne Hodge on November 24 at Superior Court on St. Thomas.

Del. Stacey Plaskett sues law firm that represented her in Epstein-linked case over ‘unclear’ bills

Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett files complaint against law firm Duane Morris LLP over legal fee dispute, seeks a court-ordered accounting and declaratory relief.

Pictured: The Department of Planning and Natural Resources police vessel sits docked at the Green Cay Marina on St. Croix.

WTJX NEWSFEED: December 19, 2025

On today’s WTJX Radio NewsFeed: Lawmakers advance legislation aimed at penalizing those who ignore marine advisories during hazardous weather conditions and end up requiring emergency rescue. St. Thomas/St. John district physician representative Dr. Frank Odlum has stepped down from the Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corporation Territorial Board.

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