Racine police: 2 dead after speeding vehicle slammed into tree at Erie and South Street

RACINE -- Two people were killed in a crash involving a single vehicle in Racine Saturday, June 17th.It happened near Erie Street and South Street.Police said a preliminary investigation has revealed the driver of a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed lost control of the vehicle and it struck a tree.The driver and passenger were in critical condition when first responders arrived, but both later died as a result of their injuries.The driver has been identified as 22-year-old Amber Hetland.

Men out on bond in drug cases face new charges after 1 allegedly ate gas station donuts

RACINE COUNTY -- Two Racine men are facing charges that stem from a gas station theft involving two donuts.37-year-old Kevin Lynch faces one count of misdemeanor retail theft -- intentionally taking less than $500.32-year-old Brenton Johnson faces two counts of felony bail jumping (repeater).According to a criminal complaint, Lynch on Monday, May 22nd ate two donuts at a Speedway gas station in Caledonia, and then took off.

1 year in prison for former Badgers RB Brent Moss, convicted on drug charges

RACINE COUNTY -- Former Wisconsin Badgers running back Brent Moss on Tuesday, May 16th was sentenced to prison in connection with two drug cases filed against him.45-year-old Moss in February pleaded no contest to one count of possession of cocaine (second+ offense), and he was convicted.

Racine takes part in Peace Officers Memorial Day: "Never know if you're going to make it home"

RACINE -- On a quiet morning in Racine's Hantschel Park, bagpipes cut through the air as part of a nationwide recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day.“We leave our families every day and you just never know if you’re going to make it home or not, so it’s just for those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice, in support of the community," said Racine Police Chief Art Howell.The annual ceremony honors law enforcement professionals that gave their lives in the line of duty, like the 17 police officers or sheriff’s deputies from Racine County.