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About John McCarthy
John McCarthy is primarily known for his investigative reporting on the U.S. Virgin Islands. A series of reports beginning in the 1990's revealed that there was everything from coliform bacteria to Cryptosporidium in locally-bottled St. Croix drinking water, according to a then-unpublished University of the Virgin Islands sampling. Another report, following Hurricane Hugo in 1989, cited a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) confidential overview that said that over 40 percent of the U.S. Virgin Islands public lives below the poverty line. The Virgin Islands Free Press is the only Caribbean news source to regularly incorporate the findings of U.S. Freedom of Information Act requests. John's articles have appeared in the BVI Beacon, St. Croix Avis, San Juan Star and Virgin Islands Daily News. He is the former news director of WSVI-TV Channel 8 on St. Croix.
New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour
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New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour

SACRAMENTO (AP) — A new law in California will raise the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour next year, an acknowledgment from the state’s Democratic leaders…
Posted by John McCarthy September 28, 2023
Flooding Threat What To Look Out For With Philippe
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Flooding Threat What To Look Out For With Philippe

SAN JUAN — Tropical Storm Philippe should remain well east of the local islands as it weakens during the next few days. Based on the latest trajectory, Tropical storm force…
Posted by John McCarthy September 28, 2023
Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors
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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors

DETROIT (AP) — Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S. and telling owners to park them outside due to the risk of engine compartment fires.…
Posted by John McCarthy September 27, 2023
Police Investigating Homicide In Campo Rico
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Police Investigating Homicide In Campo Rico

FREDERIKSTED — Police are investigating after a St. Croix man was found shot to death in Campo Rico this morning. Jamal N. Green, 31, was positively identified by a family…
Posted by John McCarthy September 27, 2023
Tropical Storm Philippe Won’t Bring Strong Winds, But A ‘Wet Pattern,’ NWS Says
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Tropical Storm Philippe Won’t Bring Strong Winds, But A ‘Wet Pattern,’ NWS Says

SAN JUAN — The passing of Tropical Storm Philippe is not expected to bring storm force winds to the U.S. Virgin Islands or Puerto Rico this weekend, the National Weather…
Posted by John McCarthy September 27, 2023
US soldier who crossed into North Korea two months ago is back in American custody
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US soldier who crossed into North Korea two months ago is back in American custody

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The U.S. soldier who sprinted into North Korea across the heavily fortified border between the Koreas two months ago was released into American custody Wednesday, according to…
Posted by John McCarthy September 27, 2023
JPMorgan settles with the USVI for $75 million over Jeffrey Epstein ties
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JPMorgan settles with the USVI for $75 million over Jeffrey Epstein ties

NEW YORK (Reuters) —JPMorgan Chase agreed to pay only $75 million to settle claims by the USVI that the bank aided in the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking. The largest…
Posted by John McCarthy September 27, 2023
Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers while building real estate empire
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Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers while building real estate empire

Trump’s lawyer, Christopher Kise, said they intend to appeal the decision, calling it a “miscarriage of justice” and “completely disconnected from the facts and governing law.”
Posted by John McCarthy September 26, 2023
Woman Tells Police Gunman Emptied Clip At Building and Vehicle
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Woman Tells Police Gunman Emptied Clip At Building and Vehicle

CHRISTIANSTED — Police are investigating after a woman told officers a gunman fired shots at her building and vehicle on Monday. The Criminal Investigation Bureau was dispatched to Queen Street…
Posted by John McCarthy September 26, 2023
Man Shot At Bus Stop Scurries For Cover
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Man Shot At Bus Stop Scurries For Cover

FREDERIKSTED — A man was injured after being shot while standing near a bus stop in Estate Whim on Sunday night, authorities said. The 911 Emergency Call Center received notification…
Posted by John McCarthy September 26, 2023

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