Financial officials in the U.S. Virgin Islands are proposing a $958.2 million General Fund budget for fiscal year 2027 while reporting tight short‑term liquidity, tens of millions of dollars in unpaid bills and continued reliance on federal disaster recovery funding.
The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane season began last week, and officials Monday urged Virgin Islanders to make preparations ahead of what is forecast to be a summer with less-than-average storm activity.
More than 200 women and girls gathered on St. Croix Sunday evening for the 42nd Annual Women's Race, embracing this year's theme, "For Hope, Healing and Peace."
Two years after completing a major renovation of a St. Thomas thoroughfare, members of the St. Thomas Historical Trust are gearing up to revitalize another historic step street. Volunteers recently spent two days cleaning up portions of Dronnegans Gade East in Charlotte Amalie as a trust board member led a bid for grant funding to lend momentum to this new effort.
The American Cancer Society's 25th Annual Relay For Life returned to St. Croix on Saturday into Sunday at the St. Croix Educational Complex, bringing together survivors, caregivers, families, and community members in the fight against cancer.
Two men were killed and two other people were injured in a shooting early Sunday morning at Luna Bar in Peter's Rest on St. Croix, the Virgin Islands Police Department reported.
An ad hoc group of creditors in Brett “Mac” McClafferty’s bankruptcy proceedings is seeking a 60-day extension to file a “nondischargeability action” against him because he continues to evade requests for information and acts with “utter disregard for his duties as a chapter 13 debtor and general disrespect for the bankruptcy process,” according to a motion filed Thursday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware.
As she transitions from active duty service, Commander Hantal and Ali will relocate to the Virgin Islands in a few weeks and leave a legacy of operational excellence, policy leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the Coast Guard’s core values of honor, respect, and devotion to duty.
Officers from the Department of Homeland Security detained a St. Thomas man last week who had allegedly packed 500 rounds of live ammunition in his and a travel companion’s suitcases.
Franchise taxes and filing fees with the corresponding reports are due to the Division of Corporations and Trademarks as a statutory requirement for entities to remain in “Good Standing” to conduct business in the territory.
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.
In its 37th year of publication, the KIDS COUNT Data Book provides reliable statewide numbers to help leaders see where progress is being made, where greater support is needed, and which strategies are making a difference.
Franchise taxes and filing fees with the corresponding reports are due to the Division of Corporations and Trademarks as a statutory requirement for entities to remain in “Good Standing” to conduct business in the territory.
Officers from the Department of Homeland Security detained a St. Thomas man last week who had allegedly packed 500 rounds of live ammunition in his and a travel companion’s suitcases.
Virgin Islands Sports Ambassador and University of Georgia sophomore Michelle Smith delivered another exceptional championship performance at the NCAA Division I East Regional Championships, advancing in both of her events to the NCAA Division I Championships in Eugene, Oregon, scheduled for June 10–13.
The exhibit is a groundbreaking collaboration exploring the vital connection between soil, art, and the Caribbean community, part of the 2026 Dialogues on Freedom Series.
In its 37th year of publication, the KIDS COUNT Data Book provides reliable statewide numbers to help leaders see where progress is being made, where greater support is needed, and which strategies are making a difference.
Shawn E. Leass was born on Feb. 19, 1964, in Findlay, Ohio, to Janice E. Leass and Ralph F. Leass. He was the youngest of his family. He loved deeply and was deeply loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him and being in his presence.