Ward sentenced to life in prison for killing Racine police officer
A judge has sentenced Dalquavis Ward to life in prison without eligibility of extended supervision for the 2019 killing of off-duty Racine Police Officer John Hetland.
Educators, families protest and petition for in-person learning
In several Wisconsin school districts, families and educators alike are making their voices heard when it comes to in-person versus online learning.
Missouri woman charged in connection to fatal Racine shooting
Authorities say the Dellwood, Missouri woman was arrested last week and made an initial court appearance Friday, Dec. 4 in U.S. District Court in St. Louis.
IL man accused of stealing Apple products from Racine Target store
An Illinois man is charged with felony retail theft greater than $10,000 for allegedly stealing Apple products from a Target store in Racine.
Milwaukee man charged after Racine police pursuit, striking squad
Joshua Mitchell, 26, of Milwaukee has been charged after prosecutors say he gave police a fake name, struck a squad car and led officers on a pursuit in Racine.
'It shook me:' Racine woman finds out at 62 she was adopted
A woman in Racine grew up thinking she knew who she was — only to find out at 62 years old she was adopted.
24-year-old man charged for firing gun at Racine Park
Officers at the park located 21 spent shell casings and one live round in the parking area.
'Safer Racine' revs up restrictions to slow COVID-19 spread
The City of Racine will enact an updated Safer Racine order starting Friday, Nov. 27.
Private schools ask Wis. Supreme Court to stop Racine closure order
Private schools and families in Racine is asking the Wisconsin Supreme Court to stop a public health order put in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
14 people face charges tied to drug trafficking operation in Racine
Federal officials announced charges have been filed in connection with a drug trafficking organization that had been operating in the Racine area.
Group eyes legal options amid Racine order to stop in-person learning
School choice advocates are eyeing legal options following the Racine health officer's announcement that schools will close to all in-person learning.
$120 million winning Mega Millions ticket claimed by Racine man
Adrian Tongson of Racine claimed his $120 Million ($95.4 Million cash) Mega Millions jackpot on Nov. 10.
Racine officials order school buildings closed Nov. 27 – Jan. 15
The City of Racine issued a Public Health Order to require that all schools to close their buildings and suggests schools switch to virtual learning from Nov. 27, 2020, through Jan. 15, 2021.
Sheboygan woman cited for OWI after crash along I-94
The Sheboygan woman was extricated from the Jeep and taken to the hospital by helicopter, but officials said both drivers suffered minor injuries.
Police: Man shot, seriously injured in Racine, investigation ongoing
Racine police are investigating a shooting that happened early Friday morning, Nov. 6 near Harriet Street and Lewis Street.
Prosecutors: 3 charged in connection to Racine shooting
All three face multiple charges, including attempted first-degree intentional homicide.
Racine business owners want education instead of fines
Racine business owners said they hope for clear guidance when resolving honest mistakes, instead of potentially being hit with fines they can't afford.
'There's fear:' Racine business owners want education vs. COVID fines
Racine business owners said they hope for clear guidance when resolving honest mistakes, instead of potentially being hit with fines they can't afford.
Racine police asked to help enforce COVID-19 compliance
This week, with Racine's coronavirus case rate now exceeding its previous high from late May, Public Health Administrator Dottie-Kay Bowersox is asking the Racine Police Department to assist with compliance inspections.
23-year-old man arrested in fatal shooting of Marcus Caldwell
Racine police announced on Tuesday, Oct. 27 they have arrested 23-year-old Khalil Buckley in connection with the fatal shooting of Marcus Caldwell on Oct. 17.