Power and Infrastructure: St. Thomas and St. John saw total blackouts twice this weekend, with VI Water and Power citing loss of generation and pointing to aging equipment, deferred maintenance, and storm damage; Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has pledged about $100 million in federal help, but residents are still frustrated. Legislative Action: The VI Senate advanced a measure (Bill No. 36-0232) to manage green waste via controlled incineration only when safer options like shredding, mulching, composting, and reuse aren’t available, adding smoke/fire-safety limits and operational rules. Local Governance & Security Talks: BVI Premier Natalio Wheatley called for transferring security responsibilities from the UK to the BVI government, arguing for democratic accountability—an issue tied to constitutional negotiations expected later this year. Elections & Parties: With the Nov. 2026 filing deadline approaching, coverage highlights how many candidates are running and questions whether USVI political parties are doing enough to vet candidates and build coherent platforms. Regional Spotlight: Caribbean Week in New York kicks off June 1 with USVI Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. and other regional leaders, as airlines expand nonstop Caribbean routes including a new Newark–St. Croix service. Maritime Safety & Border: The Coast Guard rescued a boater after a vessel fire near St. Thomas, and separately helped apprehend eight stowaways aboard a barge entering San Juan Harbor.