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2 US citizens arrested in alleged ISIS-inspired Halloween plot
November 3, 2025
US military kills three in strike on drug-trafficking vessel in Caribbean, Hegseth says
November 3, 2025
Insured losses from Hurricane Melissa estimated at up to $4.2 billion, says Verisk
November 3, 2025
Aid efforts struggle to bring relief to parts of hurricane-stricken Jamaica
November 3, 2025
Trade Winds ‘perturbation’ brings breezy conditions and showers
November 3, 2025
Trump’s Caribbean military buildup: a war on drugs or a regime-change campaign?
November 2, 2025
Accused stalker used dating app to send strangers to victim’s home
November 2, 2025
Fans beg Mama June to take off her rings as she shows ‘raw’ blistered fingers
November 2, 2025
Man rapes woman walking down sidewalk because he was a virgin
November 2, 2025
6 people dead, 25 hospitalized due to Listeria outbreak linked to recalled pasta meals
November 2, 2025
How the US is preparing a military staging ground near Venezuela
November 2, 2025
Nelson Navarro accused of breaking into woman’s home, strangling her
November 2, 2025
US carries out new strike in Caribbean, killing 3 alleged drug smugglers
November 2, 2025
Hurricane Melissa deals another heavy blow to Jamaica’s farmers and fishers
November 2, 2025
Breezy winds along the coasts as more stable weather sets in
November 2, 2025
Trump threatens US military action in Nigeria over treatment of Christians
November 1, 2025
Russia denounces ‘excessive’ US military force in Caribbean, backs Venezuela
November 1, 2025
580,000 bottles of a blood pressure drug recalled over cancer risk, FDA says
November 1, 2025
U.S. poised to strike military targets in Venezuela in escalation against Maduro regime
November 1, 2025
Guyana arrests incoming opposition leader following US extradition request
November 1, 2025
U.S. boat bombings violate international law, UN human rights chief says
November 1, 2025
Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​
November 1, 2025
Tropical wave to bring showers and thunderstorms
November 1, 2025
McDonald’s Lockhart Garden burglary suspect found sleeping in front of Foot Locker
November 1, 2025
Two men linked to Four Winds Plaza shooting arrested by police, VIPD says
October 31, 2025
Woman faces revenge porn charges for posting images of sexual encounter online, VIPD says 
October 31, 2025
Cops charge woman allegedly linked to the shooting of cars at Cane Bay 
October 31, 2025
Bryan protects November SNAP benefits for Virgin Islanders amid feds shutdown
October 31, 2025
Russia uses missile in Ukraine that led Trump to quit nuclear treaty, Kyiv says
October 31, 2025
Judge orders administration to distribute SNAP contingency money amid shutdown
October 31, 2025
Melissa dissipates, leaves destruction and at least 50 dead in Caribbean
October 31, 2025
The American Dream on Hold: Why Global Talent is Swapping H-1B Headaches for Dubai’s Real Estate Boom
October 31, 2025
Hurricane Melissa aftermath: Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti facing economic losses, more hardship
October 31, 2025
Hurricane Melissa’s death toll in Haiti climbs to 30; another 20 are missing
October 31, 2025
Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction
October 31, 2025
Happy Halloween! Your weekend forecast isn’t that frightful …
October 31, 2025
US is sending dozens of relief workers to help with fallout from Hurricane Melissa
October 30, 2025
US charges 19 with flooding Washington Square Park with drugs
October 30, 2025
Serial fraudster Daliqua Moses finally captured on St. Thomas
October 30, 2025
Therese Williams accused of pointing gun at Wendy’s employee in ‘dispute’ at restaurant
October 30, 2025
4 killed in latest US strike on alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific: Hegseth
October 30, 2025
Veterans health care network flags changes for USVI, Puerto Rico
October 30, 2025
‘The helpers need help’. Food banks brace for impact as SNAP cliff looms.
October 30, 2025
Two brothers convicted of selling black-market HIV drugs to pharmacies, patients
October 30, 2025
How to help those impacted by Hurricane Melissa
October 30, 2025
A mix of sun and clouds with a passing shower, high 90
October 30, 2025
In Hurricane Melissa’s wake, Jamaican expats can only wait and pray
October 29, 2025
Mom of 4 killed when family crashes into big rig hidden by fog, Iowa family says
October 29, 2025
Man sexually abused baby and took videos. Now he’s been sentenced
October 29, 2025
Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica
October 29, 2025
Jamaica’s strongest-ever storm, Hurricane Melissa, moves on to Cuba
October 29, 2025
1.6 million people in the US illegally have self-deported, 500K deported: DHS
October 29, 2025
A re-energized Hurricane Melissa now turns its attentions to Cuba
October 29, 2025
High rip current risk for St. Croix this afternoon, NWS says
October 29, 2025
Help cops find Danllerli Cabrera wanted for illegal gun act in St. Thomas
October 28, 2025
Hiker dies after falling from icy trail and plunging over cliff, rescuers say
October 28, 2025
14 dead in more strikes against alleged drug boats, War sec says
October 28, 2025
25 states sue Trump administration over SNAP food stamp freeze during shutdown
October 28, 2025
Lumoses Donawald arrested for tampering with a vehicle
October 28, 2025
Judge faces increased scrutiny for jailing testifier over ‘daddy issues’
October 28, 2025
Hurricane Melissa barrels towards Jamaica as Category 5 storm, threatening catastrophe
October 28, 2025
Hurricane Melissa is set to hit Jamaica as its strongest storm since records began
October 28, 2025
Hurricane Melissa to bring ‘catastrophic situation’ to Jamaica in storm of the century
October 28, 2025
Breezy with clouds and sun, a couple of showers this morning, high 90
October 28, 2025
70-year-old mom faces murder charges for holding man in a chokehold while her daughter beat him to death
October 27, 2025
Couple tries to flee territory to avoid charges of child rape, VIPD says
October 27, 2025
Hurricane Melissa begins lashing Jamaica as ‘catastrophic’ Category 5 storm
October 27, 2025
As the Atlantic Ocean warms, climate change is fueling Hurricane Melissa’s ferocity
October 27, 2025
Why blowing up Venezuelan boats won’t stop the flow of drugs
October 27, 2025
Distant but dominant — Melissa fuels local showers and thunderstorms
October 27, 2025
Social Security unveils cost-of-living adjustment for 2026. Here’s what to know.
October 27, 2025
Hindu prayers to open meeting of the Legislature for the first time
October 27, 2025
Venezuela condemns ‘military provocation’ by CIA and Trinidad and Tobago
October 26, 2025
US warship docks in Trinidad and Tobago, putting more pressure on Venezuela
October 26, 2025
Funeral home displays wrong body at memorial service, leading relative to suffer heart attack
October 26, 2025
Birth mom scams couple during adoption process in $17K fraud
October 26, 2025
Quick trip to buy lottery tickets before work ends in huge win in Missouri
October 26, 2025
Category 4 Hurricane Melissa slowly moves towards Jamaica, Cuba and the Bahamas
October 26, 2025
Melissa now a category 4 hurricane, NHC says
October 26, 2025
Melissa strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane, threatening catastrophic flooding in Jamaica, Haiti
October 26, 2025
Mostly cloudy with a couple of brief showers late morning, followed by a little rain in the afternoon, high 87
October 26, 2025
Travel warnings expand after surge of poisonings from tainted alcohol
October 25, 2025
US sanctions not aimed at harming Colombian people, economy, says Rubio
October 25, 2025
Indonesia defends decision to ban Israel gymnasts after IOC statement
October 25, 2025
Trump says declaration of war not needed on drug cartels
October 25, 2025
Miami’s ‘Pillowcase Rapist’ will be back on trial in new case. DNA link, cops say
October 25, 2025
St. Croix: Variable cloudiness with a few showers, mainly early in the day
October 25, 2025
Angry Lyft driver shot passenger twice for slamming car door
October 25, 2025
USDA memo says it will not use emergency funds for November food benefits
October 24, 2025
US to escalate military presence in South America with aircraft carrier group
October 24, 2025
Trump tariff tiff: U.S. terminates all trade talks with Canada over Reagan TV ad
October 24, 2025
US strike against alleged drug vessel in Caribbean kills six, Pentagon says
October 24, 2025
Another US strike in Caribbean targets alleged drug-running boat, killing 6, Hegseth says
October 24, 2025
Former employee accused of pocketing $5,000 from Home Depot
October 24, 2025
Florida mall heist: Thieves cut hole in mall roof, steal $50,000 in sneakers
October 24, 2025
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show is not being reconsidered, NFL commissioner says
October 24, 2025
Tropical Storm Melissa stationary in the Caribbean as forecasters warn it will quickly intensify
October 24, 2025
Tomorrow: cloudy with a couple of showers, high 88
October 24, 2025
Chauncey Billups allegedly tipped off NBA gambling ring Trail Blazers planned to tank upcoming game: feds
October 23, 2025
Cops launch appeal to ID shooter at Four Winds Plaza
October 23, 2025
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2 US citizens arrested in alleged ISIS-inspired Halloween plot

Two men were arrested on Friday for allegedly plotting an ISIS-inspired Halloween attack in Michigan, according to court records unsealed on Monday.  The men allegedly used the term "pumpkin day" for their…
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Posted by John McCarthy November 3, 2025
Posted inBreaking News Caribbean News Military News

US military kills three in strike on drug-trafficking vessel in Caribbean, Hegseth says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Sunday that the U.S. military conducted a lethal strike on a vessel operated by a drug trafficking organization in the…
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Posted by John McCarthy November 3, 2025
Posted inBreaking News Business News Caribbean News

Insured losses from Hurricane Melissa estimated at up to $4.2 billion, says Verisk

KINGSTON (Reuters) — Insured losses from Hurricane Melissa's strike on Jamaica are expected to range between $2.2 billion and $4.2 billion, according to estimates from data analytics firm Verisk (VRSK.O), opens…
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Posted by John McCarthy November 3, 2025
Posted inBreaking News Caribbean News Environmental News

Aid efforts struggle to bring relief to parts of hurricane-stricken Jamaica

KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Rescuers and aid workers fanned out across Jamaica on Saturday to distribute food and water and reach communities still isolated four days after Hurricane Melissa hit the…
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Posted by John McCarthy November 3, 2025
Posted inBreaking News Caribbean News Puerto Rico News

Trade Winds ‘perturbation’ brings breezy conditions and showers

Today St. Croix will be breezy with intervals of clouds and sunshine and a couple of morning showers, AccuWeather said. High 90. Tonight St. Croix will experience partly cloudy conditions…
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Posted by John McCarthy November 3, 2025
Posted inBreaking News Caribbean News Military News

Trump’s Caribbean military buildup: a war on drugs or a regime-change campaign?

War ships are cruising the Caribbean. U.S. missiles are obliterating motorboats in two oceans. And bombers are buzzing Venezuela, where sources say the Trump administration has identified targets on land…
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Posted by John McCarthy November 2, 2025
MOSQUITOES WIN! Mapp Says Territory Can DEET OFF! To Repel Mosquitoes Rather Than Have Malathion Fogging At Night
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MOSQUITOES WIN! Mapp Says Territory Can DEET OFF! To Repel Mosquitoes Rather Than Have Malathion Fogging At Night

[ad name="HTML-68"] CHRISTIANSTED — DEET OFF! Rather than Malathion fog at night. Because some people still don't have roofs on their homes. That's what Gov. Kenneth Mapp wants you to…
Posted by John McCarthy November 8, 2017
GIVE ‘TIL IT HURTS: Yogurt Maker Chobani To Give Five-Pound Bags Of Its Popular Product To The Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico
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GIVE ‘TIL IT HURTS: Yogurt Maker Chobani To Give Five-Pound Bags Of Its Popular Product To The Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico

[ad name="HTML-68"] SOUTH EDMESTON, N.Y. -- Give 'til it hurts ... 'til in yog-hurts if you will. Chobani is diverting 1.3 million pounds of milk to a drying plant, where…
Posted by John McCarthy November 8, 2017
BRITISH INGENUITY: BVI Premier Orlando Smith Moves Into Pre-Fab Housing As A Mold-Free Alternative For Education After Irma
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News British Virgin Islands News

BRITISH INGENUITY: BVI Premier Orlando Smith Moves Into Pre-Fab Housing As A Mold-Free Alternative For Education After Irma

HAPPY STUDENTS! The British Virgin Islands shows its public-private partnership resourcefulness by getting a private donor to give Virgin Gorda it's own temporary school building. Two months after Hurricane Irma,…
Posted by John McCarthy November 8, 2017
University of Buffalo Researcher Gets $126K NSF Grant To Study Hurricanes’ Effect On Coral In St. John This Month
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News Caribbean News

University of Buffalo Researcher Gets $126K NSF Grant To Study Hurricanes’ Effect On Coral In St. John This Month

KNOCKED OVER, BUT NOT OUT? Coral reef communities at St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, pictured here years before the recent hurricanes struck. (Credit: Howard Lasker) [ad name="HTML-68"] CRUZ BAY — A…
Posted by John McCarthy November 8, 2017
FEMA BLUE ROOF: On Cyril E. King International Airport Tells You Everything You Need To Know About The State of Recovery in the Virgin Islands
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News Business News

FEMA BLUE ROOF: On Cyril E. King International Airport Tells You Everything You Need To Know About The State of Recovery in the Virgin Islands

MASHED UP: The inside of the Cyril E. King International Airport after Hurricane Irma hit Sept. 6. [ad name="HTML-68"] CHARLOTTE AMALIE -- Two months after Hurricane Irma, there's a FEMA…
Posted by VI Free Press November 8, 2017
THREE TIMES CHARMED! NCL Cruise Ship Norwegian Dawn Will Be Here On Saturday … St. Thomas Gets 60 Ships In December; St. Croix 8
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THREE TIMES CHARMED! NCL Cruise Ship Norwegian Dawn Will Be Here On Saturday … St. Thomas Gets 60 Ships In December; St. Croix 8

FREDERIKSTED -- Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Dawn will dock in St. Croix three times this month, beginning Saturday. The ship’s arrival will mark the return of cruise ships to the Big Island…
Posted by John McCarthy November 8, 2017
CONTROL BOARD: Puerto Rico Needs ‘Unprecedented’ United States Help To Recover From Hurricane Maria
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News Caribbean News

CONTROL BOARD: Puerto Rico Needs ‘Unprecedented’ United States Help To Recover From Hurricane Maria

[ad name="HTML-68"] SAN JUAN -- Puerto Rico has suffered such extensive devastation from Hurricane Maria that its recovery will fail unless the island gets more United States help. That's the…
Posted by John McCarthy November 7, 2017
U.S. Virgin Islands Miss Universe Contestant, St. Thomas Native Esonica Veira, Hopes To Make Us Proud This Month In Las Vegas
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News Community Affairs

U.S. Virgin Islands Miss Universe Contestant, St. Thomas Native Esonica Veira, Hopes To Make Us Proud This Month In Las Vegas

WILL MAKE US PROUD: MISS UNIVERSE U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR 2017: ESONICA VEIRA [ad name="HTML-68"] CHARLOTTE AMALIE -- Esonica Veira will represent the Virgin Islands at the Miss Universe pageant…
Posted by John McCarthy November 7, 2017
St. Thomas Erupts In Violent Attacks After Mapp Ends Curfew For The Territory Prior To The Weekend
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News Community Affairs

St. Thomas Erupts In Violent Attacks After Mapp Ends Curfew For The Territory Prior To The Weekend

[ad name="HTML-68"] CHARLOTTE AMALIE -- No word yet on whether police will investigate the brutal assault of a woman in Altona that left her badly injured over the weekend. Police…
Posted by John McCarthy November 7, 2017
Curacao, Jamaica The Biggest Winners In The No-Storms Sweepstakes This Tourism Season … Cruises Diverted There
Posted inAt VIFreep Breaking News British Virgin Islands News

Curacao, Jamaica The Biggest Winners In The No-Storms Sweepstakes This Tourism Season … Cruises Diverted There

WILLEMSTAD -- Hurricanes Irma and Maria have seen the Caribbean revise its projected tourism growth down to just one to two percent for 2017. The Caribbean Tourism Organization revealed latest…
Posted by John McCarthy November 7, 2017

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