Pinwheel garden honors 131 children abused in Racine County in 2020
In 2020, there were 131 confirmed cases of child abuse in Racine County, a nearly 30% decrease from 2019, which may sound like good news, but the coronavirus pandemic has played a role.
Racine FD: Apartment building fire displaces 10; no injuries
The Racine Fire Department was called to the fire, near 8th and College, around 9 a.m. A total of 25 firefighters responded.
High school football returns as 'alternate fall' season kicks off
In just a few hours, area high school football teams will kick off their seasons. The pandemic pushed back the fall sport to the spring.
James Faulkner sentenced to 6 1/2 years for sex assault of inmate
James Faulkner was sentenced on March 18 to six-and-a-half years in prison after he pleaded no contest to second-degree sexual assault by correctional staff.
Racine County Sheriff’s Office investigating 'suspicious person' incident
The Racine County Sheriff’s Office wants you to be on the lookout for a suspicious person.
Racine County K-9 helps catch child porn offenders
With specialized training and tasty rewards along the way, the Racine County Sheriff's Office and K-9 Karma are making it a lot easier to crack down on child pornography possession.
Racine leaders stress communities of color get COVID-19 vaccine
There is a big plea and push happening ahead of a community vaccination site opening in Racine Tuesday. The call to action from leaders of color urgent asking their community to sign-up to receive a dose.
Racine's RYDE Transit System to offer free bus rides for vaccinations
Racine’s RYDE Transit System offers free rides to community members going to a vaccination site or who just got vaccinated and need to return to their home or work.
Racine man faces 18 counts stemming from domestic incident, pursuit
Prosecutors say he led police on a chase -- and was in possession of thousands of dollars worth of illegal substances -- after they had been called a domestic incident.
Racine officials loosen COVID-19 restrictions beginning Monday
Racine public health officials released a revised version of the city’s "Safer Racine" ordinance which allows for capacity increases in establishments.
Endangered African penguin twins hatch at Racine Zoo
Racine Zoo staff on Wednesday, March 17 announced the arrival of two healthy African penguin chicks, which hatched on March 6 and 8.
'A nightmare:' Year after closure, restaurants see 30% drop in sales
Wisconsin bars and restaurants closed exactly one year ago Wednesday, March 17. While they were open for St. Patrick's Day 2021, the coronavirus pandemic has had a "devastating impact."
1 arrested after hit-and-run crash, fleeing from deputies in Racine County
A Milwaukee man was taken into custody Monday, March 15 following a hit-and-run crash and police pursuit in Racine County.
Racine County squad, tow truck struck by vehicle while on scene of crash
The Racine County Sheriff’s Office on Monday responded to four crashes on I-94 that were weather-related. One involved a Racine County Sheriff's Office squad and a tow truck.
Fire causes $15K in damage to Racine home, no one injured
The Racine Fire Department on Sunday, March 14 responded to the scene of a house fire on Green Street near Goold Street.
Man arrested in connection with numerous fraud investigations
The Racine County Sheriff’s Office developed Michael Myers as a suspect in numerous fraud investigations in southeastern Wisconsin.
Fire causes $25,000 in damage to Racine home, no one injured
The Racine Fire Department on Monday, March 8 responded to the scene of a house fire near 17th and Villa.
Bars prep for 2nd St. Patrick's Day weekend amid pandemic
Bars from Milwaukee to Racine and in between are preparing for St. Patrick's Day. Some are hoping for a good turnout, while others are just happy to be open.
Racine alderman charged with attempting to flee police
If convicted, Edwin Santiago faces up to three-and-a-half years in prison for the felony offense.
Woman accused of stabbing, cutting multiple people at Racine residence
A 40-year-old Kenosha woman is accused of stabbing or cutting multiple people at a Racine residence on Thursday evening, March 4.