A 15-year-old boy died Friday after being shot multiple times in the area of Vester Gade on St. Thomas, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.
The 36th Legislature on Friday approved a sweeping overhaul of the Virgin Islands' firearms laws, advancing legislation supporters say is necessary to comply with recent court rulings while opponents argue it imposes new burdens on law-abiding gun owners.
The V.I. Port Authority is tagging vehicles in a St. John parking facility with notices instructing motorists to remove their cars before they do. About a dozen vehicles have been cited for illegal parking in the facility known as the Gravel Lot.
A federal judge sentenced former V.I. Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal to seven years in prison Thursday, closing a chapter in the corruption and bribery scandal that first came to light two years ago and that has seen three high-ranking government officials and others convicted and incarcerated.
The Senate Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee on Thursday reviewed the territory’s mental and behavioral health system, hearing testimony on staffing shortages, facility delays and gaps in services.
The Senate Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee on Thursday advanced a bill that would tighten the tracking of school vaccinations in the Virgin Islands and spell out in law which students must be immunized to attend class.
The Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources is inviting the public to help shape the future of exhibits at Fort Frederik Museum on St. Croix as officials move forward with plans to reimagine the historic landmark as a center for Virgin Islands history, culture and community storytelling.
A Virgin Islands man pleaded guilty to smuggling 88.67 grams of fentanyl into St. Croix by mail, enough to potentially kill every resident of the island, officials said Wednesday.
A 15-year-old boy died Friday after being shot multiple times in the area of Vester Gade on St. Thomas, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.
Attorney General Gordon C. Rhea joined a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to continue funding the Legal Services Corporation, the nation's largest funder of civil legal aid for low-income Americans.
The Virgin Islands Board of Elections debated candidate qualifications, residency requirements, and nomination petition procedures during a Monday emergency meeting that highlighted ongoing disputes surrounding the 2026 election cycle. The meeting was a continuation of Friday's board meeting, which was recessed for lack of a quorum.
Attorney General Gordon C. Rhea joined a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general in urging congressional leaders to continue funding the Legal Services Corporation, the nation's largest funder of civil legal aid for low-income Americans.
A 15-year-old boy died Friday after being shot multiple times in the area of Vester Gade on St. Thomas, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.
All expenses of the baobab tree project in Grove Place were paid for by the Virgin Islands Trail Alliance organization, to install the benches, signage, and painting of poles along the road near the tree. However, my heart was broken when I learned that the property owner, Ms. Magdalene Edney, passed away. She never got a chance to see the baobab tree project completed. The signage and benches under the historic baobab tree in Grove Place are a tribute to her and her family.
Coach Quinlan's appointment is effective immediately. She will continue to oversee the U-17 Women's National Team while leading preparations for upcoming Senior Women's National Team activities and competitions.
With profound sadness and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Michael Kareem Petersen, affectionately known as “Mad Man Mitch” of Soul Prophecy Sound, who departed this life on June 2, 2026, at the age of 50.