CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A Chinese national paid smugglers in Suriname $7,500 to take him to the territory illegally by sea and now faces deportation after a guilty plea. Guangsong Chen of Beijing…
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Twin Systems Philippe and Rina Won’t Threaten USVI or Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN — The National Hurricane Center said this morning that Tropical Storm Philippe will remain well east of the local islands in the open Atlantic waters. Based on the latest trajectory, the…
Glock and ammunition found in Nadir Estate
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police are investigating after a cache of abandoned ammunition and a semiautomatic firearm was discovered in Nadir Estate on Tuesday evening. The case began at 6:29 p.m., when Operation…
Gunshot victim mum on who shot him
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A man who was shot multiple times on St. Thomas today refused to tell police who shot him. The case began at 1:15 a.m., when the Criminal Investigation Bureau…
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 that most…
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 winds are…
Deray Smithen Arrested In Connection To Frontline Bar Shooting That Injured Two
KINGSHILL — An attempted murder suspect has been arrested and charged with shooting two people at Frontline Bar and Restaurant on St. Croix early Monday morning. One victim was seriously injured. Deray…
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. The recalls…
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 member as…
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 Service said…