In a 2011 interview with the Jamaica Observer, James discussed his early career which began at the Gleaner Company and the influence of Jack Anderson whom he succeeded as editor of The Star.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – An employee of the RJRGleaner Communications Group was reportedly shot and injured in the vicinity of the Harbour View round-a-bout in Kingston on Tuesday morning.

He began his career at the Gleaner Company, later becoming editor of The Star, and played a key role in shaping journalism in Jamaica. During his tenure at the Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation ...