After nationwide search, Racine Zoo appoints new Executive Director
RACINE (WITI) -- The Racine Zoological Society is pleased to announce the selection of Elizabeth Heidorn to the position of Executive Director starting Monday, April 6.Heidorn replaces Jay R.
Three young Racine men accused of breaking into home so they could "socialize, drink and run around"
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Three young men have been criminally charged, accused of breaking into a Mount Pleasant home under construction so that they could "socialize, drink and run around." One of the men was out on bail at the time of the crime.Those charged include:20-year-old Tyler Cecconie of Racine-criminal damage to property as party to a crime-misdemeanor bail jumping (three counts)-disorderly conduct-obstructing an officer20-year-old Hayden Gonzalez of Racine-criminal damage to property as party to a crime-disorderly conduct-obstructing an officer18-year-old Charles Sytsma of Racine-obstructing an officer (repeater)-criminal damage to property as party to a crime (repeater)-disorderly conduct (repeater)On Tuesday, March 31st, Mount Pleasant police responded to the 2100 block of Gala Drive for a report of individuals causing damage to a home under construction in the area.Police spoke with a witness who said she was driving past the home when she saw a male walking towards the front door.
Sentenced: Former Racine police officer to serve time in prison for Walmart armed robbery
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- A former Racine police officer charged in an armed robbery that occurred at a Walmart store in Mount Pleasant has been sentenced in the case against him.
Homelessness in Racine: What can be done? Residents pack meeting to brainstorm ideas
RACINE (WITI) -- More than 200 people in the city of Racine are chronically homeless.
Racine's Vista Dental Products to relocate near airport, add 43 employees
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine's Vista Dental Products is planning a major expansion.The company is looking to purchase a new $30,000 square foot building on South Street near the Racine Airport.The purchase and renovation will cost more than $1 million.The company, with 46 employees, plans to add 43 people within three years.
Charged: 49-year-old Racine man accused of striking vehicle that then struck garage in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A 49-year-old Racine man is facing several charges -- accused of driving drunk, hitting a car, and sending that car into a garage in Mount Pleasant.It happened on Saturday, March 14th.Robert Ritthaler faces the following charges:
"Singing makes me happy:" Racine kindergartner's powerful voice is blowing people away
RACINE (WITI) -- A six-year-old Racine kindergartner is blowing people away across the nation with her amazing vocal talent.According to her website, the little girl began singing at home on her own when she was about three years old.
Racine Fire Department rescues two teens stranded on Lake Michigan ice chunk
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine firefighters rescued two teens that were stranded on a chunk of ice on Lake Michigan located behind the Racine Zoo.A sheet of ice breaks off shore, sending the teens into open and very dangerous waters.A photograph taken by Racine Uncovered, shows the teens adrift on a slab of ice that broke off from shore around 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7th.
Store sells "two $1 million winners in two weeks!" Could the new "Miracle Mile" be in Racine?!
RACINE (WITI) -- You may have heard the popular phrase "lightening doesn't strike the same place twice." Whoever said that hasn't been to Racine recently!The city of Racine is like many affected by the struggling economy.
"Now, we're in a scramble:" Bus transportation could be cancelled for some at Racine Co. "Choice" school
MOUNT PLEASANT/KENOSHA (WITI) -- Their day begins with a ride on the bus, but some students at a Mount Pleasant "Choice" school are being told their ride may soon be cancelled.Fourth-graders and fifth-graders start their day at Renaissance Schools campus on Taylor Avenue in Mount Pleasant before they're bused to the campus on 72nd Avenue in Kenosha."We're obligated as a public school district to provide that transportation to non-public school students, and we do that every single year.
Fire crews respond to house fire in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- Authorities responded to a house fire near 13th Street and Grande Ave.
Racine man claims $1 million prize from Wednesday night Powerball drawing
RACINE (WITI) -- Robert Treptow of Racine is the lucky winner of the $1,000,000 prize from the Wednesday, February 11 Powerball drawing.
In trouble again! Racine sex offender, Michael Fink, back behind bars
RACINE (WITI) -- A violent sex offender is back behind bars in Racine.
"The big storms are where we make our money:" Snow crews anxiously await snowfall
STURTEVANT (WITI) -- As the snow moves in, there are just some people who can't wait!
DEVELOPING: Shots fired at Racine's Transit Center; one person injured
RACINE (WITI) -- Shots were fired, and one person was injured at Racine's Transit Center Wednesday, January 21st -- a FOX6 News crew on scene reports.The Corinne Reid Owens Transit Center is located on State Street in Racine.
Racine community comes together to help save hospitality center
RACINE (WITI) -- Good news for a Racine hospitality center that was set to close.
Racine Zoo announces birth of emperor tamarin
RACINE (WITI) -- The Racine Zoo announced Thursday, January 8th a pair of emperor tamarins, primates known for their small size and signature long, white mustache, have just welcomed an offspring.Arriving the morning of December 23rd, the newborn is doing well and weighing in at approximately 2.2 ounces.
77 employees to be laid off as Racine JCPenney store closes in April 2015
RACINE (WITI) -- The Department of Workforce Development has announced it has received notification the Racine JCPenny store will be closing in April 2015.Approximately 77 JCPenny associates, of which 46 are considered full-time employees, employed at the Racine store at the Regency Mall located at 5900 Durand Avenue in Racine will be laid off due to the store closing, with layoffs beginning on or about April 5th, 2015.The Southeast Workforce Development Board staff will coordinate delivery of Rapid Response Services to the affected workers.The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Dislocated Worker Program provides assistance to workers, companies, and communities affected by mass layoffs or business closings.Under state law, employers employing 50 or more individuals in the state may be required to give 60 days notice before a mass layoff or closing.
Look familiar? Racine police target suspect in string of armed robberies
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police responded to three different armed robberies at local businesses in Racine on Friday, January 2nd -- they believe the description of the suspect in all of the robberies is very similar.The first robbery occured at the Family Dollar located on Durand Avenue at 10:20 a.m.About two hours later, the Family Dollar located on Washington Avenue was robbed.The final robbery occurred at Bohl Automotive located on Douglas Avenue just before 5:00 p.m.The suspect is described as a black male in his 30's, approximately 5'7"-5'11" and about 200 lbs.
Racine holds community march for justice, ralliers chant "hands up, don't shoot"
RACINE (WITI) -- People in Racine held a community march for justice.Marchers chanted "hands up, don't shoot" as they wound through downtown Racine.They are rallying to show the injustices of the recent shooting deaths by police across the United States.But rally organizers say it's not just all about pointing out these injustices."Law enforcement has a very tough job to do, the few bad eggs are giving them bad names, we need to work together to weed them out and work with the good ones to work with us," said Stephen Olugbemi, march coordinator.Organizers say they will hold more rallies if they see them needed in the future.