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'Rising Star' Campaigns for Biden in Kenosha

July 1, 2024 9a

(WGTD)---Speaking in Kenosha Sunday, a rising star in the Democratic Party said he’s sticking with Joe Biden, despite his shaky debate performance last week.

Flags at Half-Staff for Delagrave; Near Drowning in Lake Michigan at Kenosha

Also...Racine announces additional lifeguard protection at a Lake Michigan beach; Two serious accidents involving bicyclists in Kenosha Sunday

Racine County Executive Dies Unexpectedly of Natural Causes

June 28, 2024 3:35p

(WGTD)---Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave died unexpectedly of natural causes early Friday morning, according to his office.

Delagrave was 51, and was in his third term as the county's top elected official. 

Death Reported of Racine County Exec Delagrave

June 28, 2024 2:15p 
From the Racine County Executive's Office: 

Collaborative Effort Takes at Least Partial Credit for Decrease in Racine Gun Violence

June 27, 2024 6:45p 

(WGTD)---The year isn’t even half over, but it might be worthwhile to note the City of Racine has yet to record a homicide. The fact is nothing that Racine Public Safety Department Director John Tate likes to dwell on for fear of jinxing the situation.

Redevelopment Has Begun on Former Site of Power Plant

June 27, 2024 6:15p 

(WGTD)---A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday for the first company to build on the site that was once home to the massive, coal-fired Pleasant Prairie Power Plant.

Broad Support For Racine County Capital Improvement Projects Appears at The Committee Level

June 26, 2024 4p

(WGTD)---A Racine County Board committee unanimously recommended approval Tuesday night of five construction projects totaling $124 million. A final county board vote is expected to come next month.

Self-Defense Ruled in Kenosha Shooting Death

July 25, 2024 8:45p

(WGTD)---The shooting death of a 24-year-old man at a north side Kenosha apartment complex last week is being called a case of self-defense.

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