Local Politics & Governance: Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. signed a package of bills for St. Thomas, including mental health education, paid leave for parents of children with disabilities, controlled incineration for green waste, and changes tied to hotel development bond proceeds, while issuing two line-item vetoes and urging clarifications. Courts & Public Safety: Former USVI OMB director Jenifer O’Neal was sentenced to seven years in federal prison in the Mon Ethos corruption case, with restitution ordered; former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez received 10 years earlier, and contractor David Whitaker got 22 months. Territorial Representation: A new look at the Insular Cases highlights that about 3.6 million US territory residents—including USVI voters—can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election. Economy & Consumer Watch: A St. Croix consumer report alleges “shrinkflation” on shelves, pointing to Sabra hummus moving from 10 ounces to 8 ounces while prices reportedly stay high. Tourism & Culture: CTO and TEMPO Networks announced a partnership to expand Caribbean tourism storytelling, and TEMPO is also set to spotlight the St. John Celebration. Community & Events: A St. Croix legal professionals meeting in St. Croix paired continuing education with community service, including a clothing drive for UVI students. Sports & Entertainment: Google’s World Cup-themed Doodle is set to appear in the USVI ahead of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2026. Odds & Ends: Powerball jackpot climbed again after no Saturday winner, reaching about $269 million for the next drawing.