Woman accused of stealing from mother to support drug habit
RACINE (WITI) -- A 47-year-old Racine woman is accused of stealing more than $22,000 from her mother -- allegedly to fuel her drug habit.Debra Cano faces one count of theft of a business setting over $10,000.Cano is accused of stealing from her mother -- a resident at St.
Racine ex-convict pleads guilty to manufacture/deliver THC
RACINE (WITI) — 57-year-old Mark Vartanian on Monday, February 17th pleaded guilty to manufacture/deliver THC, greater than 200 - 1,000 grams.A charge of felon in possession of a firearm was dismissed, and charges of maintaining a drug trafficking place and possession with intent to deliver THC, fewer than 200 grams were dismissed and read in.This means three charges against Vartanian are dismissed, but the judge may consider the conduct underlying the charges in determining the sentence against him.Vartanian is an ex-convict charged in connection with a large marijuana grow operation.
Racine man charged after allegedly fleeing from traffic stop
RACINE (WITI) -- A Racine man faces charges after authorities say he fled the scene after officers attempted a traffic stop on Valentine's Day.23-year-old Christopher Rolle of Racine faces the following charges:
Woman charged after prostitution bust at Super 8
RACINE (WITI) -- A Racine woman is facing charges after she was arrested at a Super 8 Motel as part of a prostitution bust by the Racine County Human Trafficking Task Force.22-year-old Brittney Booker of Racine faces the following charges:
The Racine Zoo visits Wake Up
The Racine Zoo visits Wake Up and brings with them native Wisconsin animals.
Morning fire in Racine attributed to careless smoking
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine Fire officials on Wednesday morning, February 12th responded to a fire that occurred at a building with two residential units and an auto repair garage.The fire broke out just before 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at a building on Taylor Avenue.Officials say the fire broke out at 1642 Taylor and spread to 1638 Taylor, and can be attributed to careless use of smoking materials.
Racine man pleads not guilty to alleged rape of 17-year-old girl
RACINE (WITI) -- 18-year-old Ryan Hawk of Racine has pleaded not guilty in connection with multiple charges he is facing for allegedly attacking and raping a girl at his home.Hawk faces charges including three counts of second-degree sexual assault, strangulation and false imprisonment.The criminal complaint against Hawk indicates that around 1 a.m. on Thursday, January 23rd, the alleged 17-year-old victim in this case showed up at Hawk’s home to watch a movie.
Man charged for impersonating an officer in trouble again
RACINE (WITI) -- A Racine man charged with impersonating a police officer is in trouble with the law again.
Racine woman charged in connection with welfare fraud
RACINE (WITI) -- 33-year-old Sharneta Claybrook of Racine has been charged in connection with welfare fraud.Claybrook faces one count of Wisconsin Works -- failure to disclose changes -- a felony charge.A criminal complaint in this case says a welfare fraud complaint was filed by the Racine County Human Services Department.A fraud referral stated that when Brian Blair went to apply for public assistance, he told the financial assistance worker he was living with his son and Claybrook for awhile -- reporting that he had moved in with Claybrook back in April of 2008.
Racine Co. DPW Director calls salt situation there "critical"
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- We've seen a pretty decent amount of snow this winter -- and now that we're headed into February, there is concern in some areas over whether there will be enough salt to keep the roads safe for the remainder of winter.
Two adults, four children homeless after Racine house fire
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine fire officials say two adults and four children are homeless after a fire broke out at a home on Forest Street on Wednesday, January 28th.The fire broke out just after 1:00 p.m.Fire officials say a tenant noticed scorch marks on a living room wall and called 911.
Racine Zoo’s red kangaroo Suli loses battle with cancer
RACINE (WITI) -- The Racine Zoological Society announced on Wednesday, January 22nd that Suli, the first red kangaroo who survived having her pouch removed to successfully take out a cancerous mass, passed away at the age of 17.Although Suli received a clean bill of health from veterinarians this past summer, a follow-up exam in December revealed cancer returned and moved into her stomach and lungs.
Racine correctional officer charged after drug bust at his home
RACINE (WITI) -- 42-year-old Christopher Hall of Racine has been charged in connection with a drug bust that occurred at his residence in the 3000 block of Charles Street.
Woman killed in Racine fire reportedly grabbed extinguisher
RACINE (WITI) -- A 78-year-old woman from Racine and her dog died in a house fire early Wednesday, January 8th.
Documentary claims Racine waging war on minority bar owners
RACINE (WITI) -- A new documentary about the city of Racine has people asking -- will it be an expose or a misleading political tactic?
Hess sentenced to four years in prison for fatal crash
RACINE (WITI) -- A Racine County judge sentenced 39-year-old Daniel Hess on Friday, January 10th to four years in prison and another five years of extended supervision.Hess pleaded no contest in September to a charge of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle.
Effort to clear Racine's streets of snow is underway
RACINE (WITI) -- Thursday's winter warm-up came just in time for "The Big Chill," Racine's annual snow and ice festival which kicks off Friday.
Enjoy the winter weather in Racine at The Big Chill event
Snow sculpting, ice carving, sled dogs and a whole lot of family fun!
Elderly woman, dog die in morning house fire in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- A 78-year-old woman from Racine and her dog died in a house fire early Wednesday, January 8th.
Racine Zoo closed again on Tuesday due to extreme cold
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned the Racine Zoo is expected to be closed on Tuesday, January 7th due to the extreme cold.The zoo, along with its administrative offices will be closed Tuesday -- in an effort to protect guests, staff and animals from dangerously cold temperatures.The zoo is expected to reopen on Wednesday, January 8th.