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With profound sadness, the family of Carmelo Martinez announces his passing on June 22, 2026, at the age of 56. Born on Sept. 25, 1969, Carmelo will be remembered for his love of family, his kind spirit, and the lasting impact he made on the lives of those who knew and loved him. Carmelo Martinez Carmelo was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Florita Ortiz-Ilarraza and Roman Martinez; his brothers, Julio Martinez; and his sisters, Justina Martinez, Gloria Martinez, and Maria Bermudez.

Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. announced Monday that his administration is advancing the formation of an eight-member Financial Solutions Task Force to develop potential bond-financing options and structural reforms addressing long-standing financial obligations carried by several of the territory’s most critical public institutions. Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. provides updates on WAPA, horse racing and government finances during Monday’s Government House press briefing.

The Virgin Islands Department of Health’s EMS for Children (ESMC) Program has received the 2026 Innovation Award from the National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO), in recognition of its groundbreaking Pediatric Disaster Initiative, a territorywide effort to strengthen preparedness for emergencies involving the youth population. Jacqueline Greenidge-Payne, EMSC Program Director speaks with Sgt.

Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) announced today that the House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Federals Lands held a hearing on H.R. 8121, legislation to designate the Christiansted Bandstand in Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, as the “Peter G. Thurland, Sr., Bandstand.” Peter G. Thurland, Sr. (Courtesy the Office of Del.

File photo of ferry dock courtesy of ViNGN A Bovoni woman wanted in the attack and subsequent head stomping of a woman at the Red Hook ferry terminal has surrendered, police said Monday. Kahiyla D. Charles, 21, also known as Biggie, was charged with assault and disturbance of the peace after surrendering in the presence of her attorney Saturday. She had broken plans to leave St. Thomas for Houston, TX that afternoon, police said, after a wanted poster was issued.

The National Weather Service in San Juan’s weekly weather outlook for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands shows heat, marine conditions, winds, and a midweek flood rainfall risk among the hazards to monitor. (Photo courtesy NWS San Juan, Puerto Rico) A passing tropical wave may bring a brief chance of showers and thunderstorms to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands by midweek, though the wave is not expected to develop into a tropical system.

The Cancryn pedestrian bridge has come under renewed scrutiny after debris fell onto a passing vehicle last week. (Source photo by Gyselle Ready) Sen. Marvin Blyden is calling for immediate action after a portion of the deteriorating Cancryn pedestrian bridge fell onto a passing vehicle on St. Thomas last week, while Public Works Commissioner Derek Gabriel says the department hopes to complete emergency repairs within the next 30 days as officials continue weighing the bridge’s long-term future.

Richardson Dangleben Jr., charged with murder in the July 2023 shooting death of V.I. Police Detective Delberth Phipps Jr., has a December trial date after years of delay as the prosecution and defense argued over whether he would face the death penalty if convicted of the crime. In a precedential opinion last month, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a V.I. District Court order striking the death penalty in the case, clearing the way for the trial to proceed.

Group shot of the 2026 USVI U21 Team participating in the NORCECA Women’s U21 Pan American Cup. Front – Kimly Joseph, Anna-Marie Figueroa, Verneeci Caines, Danielle Allen, Lindsey Allen, and Verneecia Caines. Back – Rejanae Richardson, Krystal Eddy, A’vielle Lewis, Brielle Nestor, Chelsea Leonce, Nevaeh Jackson, Makaylah Mattis, Kinsley Taylor and Heaven Preni. (Photo by Mark Daniel).

Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. provides updates on WAPA, horse racing and government finances during Monday’s Government House press briefing. (Government House photo) Gov.