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April 13, 2026

33-y-o man killed in Priory, St Ann

The St Ann police have launched an investigation into the gun slaying of a man in the parish on Monday morning. The deceased has been identified as Oshane Rankin, a 33-year-old, recording company…
April 13, 2026

Contractor, eight alleged undocumented Chinese construction workers charged

A Jamaican contractor and eight Chinese nationals have been charged after the foreigners reportedly overstayed their time in Jamaica and worked in the country without a permit. They were charged on…
The shoes of victims of a deadly stampede sit by the main entrance of the Citadelle Laferriere in Milot, Haiti, Sunday, April 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Ketlain Difficile)
April 13, 2026

Haiti arrests five police officers and two other suspects over deadly fortress stampede

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Authorities in Haiti have arrested seven suspects, including five police officers, after a fatal stampede killed at least 25 people at a historic mountaintop fortress over…
Tents housing several of the displaced residents at Petersfield High School in Westmoreland.
April 13, 2026

JTA says timeline for relocation of school shelter occupants not ideal

The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) says the Government's announced timeline for removal of Hurricane Melissa shelter occupants from school compounds appears "longer than is ideal".…
Wazim was involved in a verbal altercation with cops during the protest and the situation escalated.
April 13, 2026

Update | Police accused of assaulting man during protest in Westmoreland

P olice personnel in Westmoreland are being accused of using excessive force after a man was allegedly manhandled by them during Monday's roadblock in Hertford in the parish. Taxi operators on…
April 13, 2026

New income tax threshold in effect, employers reminded to make adjustment

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reminding taxpayers and employers to adjust their financial planning and payroll systems to accommodate this month's increase of the income tax threshold to…
Everton McDonald, also known as 'Beachy Stout'.
April 13, 2026

Beachy Stout's trial for first wife’s murder pushed back to 2027

The second murder trial of businessman Everton 'Beachy Stout' McDonald has been postponed until January 27, 2027. The 72-year-old is charged with the May 2, 2009 murder of his first wife,…
 Police at parking lot near KPH on April 13, 2026.
April 13, 2026

Police get tough on problematic parking lot near KPH

The police have implemented measures at the troubled car park across from the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) aimed at strengthening public safety. Police service vehicles were observed parked in the…
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April 13, 2026

JCF to restrict firearms at entertainment venues amid Big Wall shooting

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has announced that restrictions on firearms at entertainment venues will soon be implemented as part of efforts to enhance public safety, following a shooting…