Ben Hanson
Ben Hanson joined the FOX6 News team in June 2026 as the Racine/Kenosha County Reporter and began living in Racine at the same time to live in the community he covers.
Ben was raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota and went to school at Marquette University. He graduated in 2026 with a bachelor's degree in journalism. While in college, he fell in love with Southeast Wisconsin's cities, people, stories, energy and especially its beautiful lake views during the summer. He worked as a Sports Reporter for Marquette's student media organization, the Marquette Wire, and interned at WISN, WTMJ and Spectrum News in Milwaukee.
Above anything else, Ben is excited to hear people's stories and give those stories a stage to be told. He can't wait to meet the Racine and Kenosha county communities and gain the trust of the audiences that rely on him for impactful, important and locally focused stories.
The latest from Ben Hanson
Keys to Kenosha gives public inside access to 52 sites Saturday
Have you ever seen a building in Kenosha and thought – "I wonder what’s in there?" Keys to Kenosha opens 52 historic and new buildings to the public on Saturday, Nov. 7.
Child porn investigation, Union Grove school administrator charged
Two charges of child pornography have now been officially filed against Union Grove School Administrator Thomas Johnson.
Pleasant Prairie police use 'Grappler' to stop vehicle pursuits
Pleasant Prairie police are using a new vehicle pursuit intervention tool called The Grappler.
Wisconsin election: District 21 race could decide Senate control
The District 21 State Senate race between Jim Croft and Trevor Jung is going to be key in deciding which party will have control of the Wisconsin State Senate. It will also impact how much power the governor will have in passing legislation.
Kenosha and Seattle killing spree, suspect arrested in Chicago
A 33-year-old man who police say went on a killing spree in Seattle and Kenosha was arrested in Chicago yesterday. During the string of homicides, he shot and killed his mom and step-father in their Kenosha home.
World Series: Young Brewers fan surprised with Game 2 tickets
Many know the clip – "WE’RE GOING TO THE WORLD SERIES!" – Samson Herman's moment of pure bliss when the Brewers won the NLCS caught the attention of two generous fans who brought his story full circle, surprising him with tickets to see the Brewers play in the World Series.
World Series: Brewers memorabilia in high demand at Kenosha shop
It is not just the ticket market blowing up for the Brewers World Series run. Memorabilia – like cards, signed jerseys and pennants – are also flying off the shelves quicker than you can say roll out the barrel.
Koreem Ozier homicide; Racine man ordered to stand trial
The 23-year-old charged with shooting and killing former Racine Case high school basketball star Koreem Ozier made his second appearance in court on Thursday, Oct. 15.
Kenosha girls flag football team wraps up inaugural season
Indian Trail’s girls flag football team just wrapped up its inaugural season. Players and coaches are pushing for official WIAA sport recognition.
Tom Tiffany plane crash: Pilot error, power loss to blame, NTSB says
Federal investigators determined power loss and pilot error are to blame for a small plane, carrying U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, crash landing into a Wisconsin lake.