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Senator Franklin Johnson speaks during legislative session March 25 in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas.

Ethics Committee dismisses Sen. Joseph’s sexual harassment, assault complaint against Sen. Johnson

The Senate Committee on Ethical Conduct has dismissed a complaint Sen. Joseph made against Sen. Johnson alleging sexual harassment, assault.

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.

How the Italian anthem 'Bella Ciao' is connected to Charlie Kirk's killing

From its association with workers' rights in the 19th century to its inclusion in a video game, the famous old Italian song "Bella Ciao" has an evolving legacy.

Girl Scout cookies have risen in price as inflation takes its bite. But it's not all bad news: Customers still seem to be willing to pay up.

Inflation has a new victim: Girl Scout cookies

Many Girl Scout councils are raising the price of their popular cookies from $5 to $6 a box. The increase offers Girl Scouts and their customers a bittersweet lesson in inflation.

Rapid population growth in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, coupled with a household dependence on coal for heating and cooking has created perfect conditions for one of the most extreme cases of air pollution in the world.

Mongolia's Capital Banned Coal To Fix Its Pollution Problem. Will It Work?

Winter nights in Ulaanbaatar can drop to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Many residents without electricity burn coal to heat their homes, leading to toxic air and health problems.

A St. Croix resident of more than 40 years, who spoke with WTJX in person on the condition that she not be identified, citing concerns about her privacy and safety after being assaulted, shows her deeply cut hand as she sits in the police station at Wilbur H. Francis Command in Frederiksted after sustaining injuries during an early-morning attack while jogging on Black Friday. Her face is not shown, however, blood is running down her head to her nose, to her ear, and to her neck.

Victim attacked by driver of white Benz shares painful account, calls for action to protect others

Woman injured in unprovoked attack on Black Friday calls for police action to protect St. Croix community as photo array issue slows investigation.

Senators speak at recess during an emergency session Thursday in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas. (Left to right) Senators Milton Potter and Ray Fonseca, Senate President Novelle Francis Jr., and Senator Donna Frett-Gregory.

Senate approves bills to amend state of emergency statute, pay WAPA for government debt

Senate approves bills during emergency session to pay WAPA for government debt, replenish rainy-day fund; amends state of emergency statute.

Assistant Tourism Commissioner Elizabeth Hansen Watley, chair of the Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission, attends the organizing legislative session of the 36th Legislature on January 13 in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas.

Terminated Taxi Commission Executive Director files court complaint against Chair Elizabeth Watley

Vernice Gumbs asks Virgin Islands Superior Court to restore her as executive director of VI Taxicab Commission in complaint claiming lack of quorum to terminate her.

Cleopatra Peter, left, speaks during a Virgin Islands Board of Elections meeting Thursday at the Elections System of the Virgin Islands on St. Croix. Lilliana Belardo de O’Neal is also pictured.

Board of Elections member questions law giving supervisor authority to conduct elections

Board of Elections member Cleopatra Peter questions law that switched authority to conduct elections to supervisor of Elections System of the Virgin Islands from board.

The Cassada Gardens Racetrack in St. John Parish in Antigua, which has not held horse races since June 2022, is being upgraded and modernized by the Antigua Turf Club as part of a project that included the construction of a dam to ensure a reliable water supply for the facility.

VIGL Operations pursue casino venture in Antigua, profit sharing with Antigua Turf Club horsemen

VIGL Operations exploring potential venture to open a casino in Antigua and share profits with horsemen so they can redevelop dormant racetrack.

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