VIPD Pleads For Assistance After Man Is Shot And Killed At Work

Victor Burgos was shot and killed Tuesday morning while working as part of a roadside crew on Carton Road. Police are asking for tips.

Limetree Bay Refinery Gets $10M Cash Infusion, But No Buyers

The company behind the refinery is still seeking a buyer. A $10M cash infusion will keep operations and clean-up going in the meantime.

Car Barge Schedules: St. Thomas - St. John

Taking your car between St. Thomas and St. John? Check out the latest barge schedules.

Police Blotter: August 15 - August 22

A roundup of last week's arrests and police activity.

U.S. To Send More Than 800k Vaccines To Caribbean Countries

The U.S. government announced that it will send more than 800,000 Pfizer vaccines to Caribbean nations.

F.D.A. Approves Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine

​The Food and Drug Administration granted full approval to the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on Monday, paving the way for vaccine mandates.

St. Thomas Man Sexually Assaulted Minor At Vessup Beach: Police

Jose Andres Rosario Espinal faces charges including first-degree rape. Police say he sexually assaulted a minor at Vessup Beach.

DPNR: Beach Advisory

The DPNR tested the water at 31 beaches this week. Frank Bay on St. John was deemed unsafe.

Woman Found Dead In Car, Likely Stabbed To Death, Say Police

A woman was found dead in a car in Vista Concordia on August 20. Police have identified her as Lucy Lindquist, 56, of Morningstar Circle.

CFVI Offers $200,000 in Grants for Humanities

The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands is awarding $200,000 in grants for humanities programs.

UVI Receives $2.5 million To Study Devastating Coral Disease

The $2.5 million research grant, from the National Science Foundation, will be used to study stony coral tissue loss disease in the USVI.

Tips To Keep Yourself Safe From Email and Telephone Scams

VIPD's Economic Crime Unit warns there is an increase in email and telephone scams. Here are tips to avoid getting swindled.

UVI Forgives Some Student Debt, Intros New Financial Support

UVI's Comprehensive Student Financial Support Initiative aims to assist students during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Woman Escapes Kidnappers On St. Croix, Say Police

A woman escaped her kidnappers after they forced her into a vehicle and tried to ransom her, according to the VIPD.

Businesses Offered $2,500 Tax Incentive To Train Students

The Department of Education is offering local businesses a tax credit to provide hands-on training to students.

VI Championship Road Race Rescheduled For August 22

The VI Championship Road Race, postponed due to Tropical Storm Grace, will now happen on Sunday, Aug 22 on St. Croix.

NASA Lands On St. Croix

A NASA team is setting up a lab on St. Croix to conduct weather observations.

CFVI Awards $139,065 in Scholarships to 58 V.I. Students

The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands awarded $139,065 in scholarships to 58 students to continue their education.

370 Active COVID-19 Cases In Territory, 39 People Hospitalized

The surge in COVID-19 cases continues as hospitals near capacity.

Biden Is Expected To Recommend Getting A Booster Vaccine

The Biden administration is expected to recommend that vaccinated Americans receive a booster vaccine 8 months after their initial vaccine.

Call For Public Testimony On St. John Development Proposal

The next CZM committee meeting is on Thursday, August 19. Public commentary is invited on a proposed development project in Coral Bay.

New Date For VICA Grant Workshop

The next "How to Appy" workshop will take place on August 24, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. ​

New COVID-19 Cases Shuts Down School Device Distribution

Electronic Device Distribution Postponed at Pearl B. Larsen PreK-8 School Due to COVID-19 Exposure on Campus.

DOE: Feeding Initiative Suspended in St. Thomas-St. John District

The Department of Education's Feeding Initiative is suspended due to the rise in COVID-19 cases among food service workers.

St. Croix McDonald’s Thief Crawled Thru Window, Cops Say

VIPD are investigating a robbery at the McDonald's Restaurant in Golden Rock. Police say the suspect climbed through the drive-in window.

UVI Will Host HBCU Basketball Tournament In November

The tournament is the main event for the Buccaneers’ 2021 Homecoming, celebrating the return to competition after last season was cancelled.

Ritz Guest Demands “Queen’s English.” Gets a Night In Jail.

A belligerent guest staying at the Ritz Carlton was arrested after harassing staff and refusing to wear a mask, say VIPD.

DPNR: This Week's Beach Advisory

Great Cruz Bay, Lindquist Beach and Dorsch Beach exceeded bacteria levels and, therefore are not safe for swimming or fishing

WAPA: Loss of Drinking Water Affects 400 Customers In Mon Bijou

A water leak in the mainline has resulted in approximately 400 customers in Mon Bijou losing access to clean drinking water until Monday.

VIPD: Two Robbery Attempts in Christiansted Under Investigation

Police are investigating back-to-back robbery attempts that occurred in downtown Christiansted on Thursday, August 12.

Grace Delivers Plenty Of Rain, Light Winds

Tropical Storm Grace brings heavy rain, thunder, and lightning but stays disorganized with light winds.

Potential Tropical Storm "Seven" To Hit USVI Sunday Afternoon

Forecasters predict the system will reach the U.S. Virgin Islands on Sunday. Expect heavy rain.

Latest COVID-19 Travel Requirements For Traveling To The USVI

The latest COVID-19 protocols and requirements for traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Woman Shot At During Car Jacking In Downtown Frederiksted

VIPD report that a woman was shot at walking in downtown Frederiksted on Monday night. The suspect took off with her car.

Government Of The USVI: Governor Bryan Gets Positive Financial Outlook During 2021 Revenue Estimating Conference

In her Revenue Forecast before the presentations by the 18 agencies and departments reporting their revenue projections to Governor Brya ...

US Virgin Islands Police Department: Death At Point Udall Under Investigation

The decision was made to reconvene the next day – on August 6, at 6 a.m. – to complete recovery efforts.

US Virgin Islands Police Department: Shooting Death Under Investigation

Emergency Medical Technicians, after performing medical procedures, determined he had no signs of life.

DPNR: This Week's Beach Advisory

All 31 beaches tested are considered safe for swimming or fishing.

New COVID-19 Restrictions Start Friday, August 13

Restrictions include closing the beaches early, limiting mass gatherings and proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test for travelers.

Police ID Victim Of Estate Contant Shooting

VIPD release the name of the man who was shot and killed on August 6 while vising an establishment in Estate Contant.