'Honest, Open, Transparent:' New Racine street mural proposal met with roadblock
Inspired by the "Black Humanity Now" mural outside the courthouse, Ald. Perez says this would be a not-so-subtle reminder to Mayor Cory Mason and others about the need for open government.
Man charged in connection with homicide near Douglas Avenue and High Street in Racine
Edward Sanders, Jr., 31, of Racine is facing one count of first-degree intentional homicide, use of a dangerous weapon in the death of Guillermo Martinez, 23.
'We're here to help:' Racine Unified School District offers students free meals for next 4 years
The Racine Unified School District will offer free lunch and breakfast to students for the next four years beginning Sept. 1.
Racine police investigate homicide near Douglas Avenue and High Street
Racine Police investigators are interested in any additional information that anyone may have about this incident.
Racine Common Council extends COVID-19 emergency declaration to Dec. 31
The Racine Common Council will vote on whether to extend the city's mask mandate, business restrictions and emergency declaration until New Year's Eve.
Free drive-thru COVID-19 testing to be offered at Racine Festival Hall Aug. 4-5
Free drive-thru COVID-19 testing will be offered at Racine Festival Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 4, and Wednesday, Aug. 5. Children under five will not be tested.
'It is terrible:' Vandals damaged several headstones at Racine's Mound Cemetery
Vandals damaged several headstones at Racine's Mound Cemetery -- a spot where FOX6's cameras captured similar vandalism back in 2014.
New COVID-19 spit test being studied in Racine, may bring faster results
“We're going to keep moving forward with this as fast as we can to try to validate this test, and hopefully, we'll be able to open it up to a broader community once we are able to get the validation completed."
Racine police investigating death near Douglas and North
Racine police have opened a death investigation after a victim was found dead after a "disturbance" with another person.
'Lead by example:' Racine officers met with lines during free mask distribution on 1st day of mandate
RACINE -- The City of Racine’s face coverings ordinance took effect Monday, July 27, with everyone above the age of 4 expected to wear masks while they are outside of their home at indoor public spaces, in outdoor spaces when social distancing cannot be maintained, when using any form of public transportation and when they are with people from outside of their household or family unit.To help ensure that the public has access to masks, both the Racine Police Department and the Racine Fire Department began offering free masks available to the public.
Police seek missing man last seen in downtown Racine Thursday afternoon
RACINE -- Racine police asked for help locating a missing man last seen in downtown Racine Thursday afternoon, July 23.According to police, Esteban Acevedo-Diaz from Rochester resides in a group home and has no known ties to Racine.Esteban is 5'8" tall, and weighs 180 pounds.
'Keep things safe:' Racine business owners react to city's mask mandate
The City of Racine will require everyone above the age of 4 to wear a mask when leaving home starting Monday, July 27 -- a measure that the city's common council passed by just one vote on July 21.
'Getting ahead of it:' Racine Common Council passes mask ordinance; people and businesses face fines
RACINE -- As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, the Racine Common Council voted 8-7 on Tuesday night, July 21 in favor of imposing a city-wide mask mandate after lengthy debate done virtually due to the pandemic.
Racine Common Council passes mask ordinance; people and businesses face fines
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, the Racine Common Council voted 8-7 on Tuesday night, July 21 in favor of imposing a city-wide mask mandate after lengthy debate done virtually due to the pandemic. The ordinance as it was proposed for the vote would require masks to be worn everywhere indoors -- except your home -- and everywhere outdoors where social distancing is not possible. There are exceptions, like when eating or drinking in restaurants or bars.
Racine K-9 retires after nearly a decade of service: 'He has done his job'
MILWAUKEE -- After nearly a decade of fighting crime in his community, K-9 Titan made it to his last day of training Tuesday, July 21.
Racine honors teachers with Encore Awards: 'Just a little something to say thank you'
Normally at the end of Teacher Appreciation Week in May, the Racine Unified School District honors its Encore Award winner -- given to those that excel at their jobs. This year's celebration may not be what is normal. But it was a small token of appreciation that goes a long way.
New programs offered at Racine Zoo, keep social distancing in mind
RACINE -- From exotic animals and rolling out all sorts of events this summer, the Racine Zoo has revamped its operations during the pandemic.For more information, check out their website.
The Racine Zoo has re-opened, but there are some things you need to know before you check out the animals
RACINE -- The Racine Zoo has re-opened, but there are some things you need to know before you go see the animals.
Too cute: Racine Zoo announces birth of baby tamarin twins
RACINE -- The Racine Zoo announced Thursday the birth of its third generation of emperor tamarin babies.The twins were born on Earth Day -- April 22 -- to first-time parents, one of which was born at the zoo in 2017.
Racine Public Library, Zoo, community centers to close due to coronavirus concerns
RACINE -- In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the City of Racine will be closing all community centers and the Racine Public Library starting Monday, March 16.The closure effects: