Public Defender Budget Request Includes Proposals to Cut Down Criminal Charges
State lawmakers have rejected similar requests in the past
41-Year-Old Man is Racine's 5th Homicide Victim of the Year
The five murders are far fewer than what occurred in Racine in 2023. Lower across-the-board rates of violent crime were noted at a candlelight vigil held Sunday for members of the Racine community who've been impacted by violence.
Help Sought for Kenosha Assisted Living Fire Victims
Dec. 8, 2024 5:45p
From Frontida Azalea Place:
So many have reached out and asked how they can help our Frontida Azalea Place. We appreciate all of the love! These first hours have been challenging but we now have a handle on what would be the most helpful from our supporters in the community.
As you...
Attn. Walworth County Residents: Input Sought
Dec. 8, 2024 noon
From Walworth County:
Walworth County is seeking input about its transportation services to better meet community needs. Residents are invited to participate in a brief, five-minute survey to provide feedback on the County’s Wal-to-Wal Dial-a-Ride Shared-Ride Taxi and Walworth County...
"Banana Boat' Used in Lake Michigan Rescue
Dec. 8, 2024 10:30a
(WGTD)---An inflatable watercraft known as a "banana boat" was used this past week in the rescue of a woman from the frigid waters of Lake Michigan off of Kenosha's Eichelman Park. Authorities credit use of the boat and drones, multi-jurisdictional cooperation and well-trained...
Attic Sprinkler System Credited With Saving Lives in an Assisted Living Facility Fire
Dec. 7, 2024 7:30p; Corrected a couple of typos on 12-8
(WGTD)---A sprinkler system in the attic of a Kenosha assisted living facility saved lives and limited damage in a Friday evening fire, according to a Kenosha Fire Department battalion chief.
Firefighters were called to Azalea Pl. in the 8300...
Suspect Accused of Starting a Fire in a Kenosha Grocery Store
Dec. 5, 2024 6:15p
(WGTD)---A man who allegedly set a small fire in a south side Kenosha supermarket Wednesday evening said he'd been looking to get arrested because he had nowhere else to go.
32-year-old Jeremy Smith of Wausau is now facing a half-dozen charges, including attempted arson and...
In Area For Less Than a Year, Eli Lilly Announces an Expanded Footprint
Dec. 5, 2024 5:45p
(WGTD)---A major pharmaceutical company that bought a small drug manufacturing plant in Kenosha County earlier this year announced a huge expansion Thursday.
Indiana-based Eli Lilly says it plans to build a $3 billion campus that’ll incorporate its original purchase of the former...
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