Traffic stop in Racine leads to seizure of 90+ grams of crack, handguns
RACINE -- A traffic stop in Racine uncovered nearly 100 grams of crack cocaine on Thursday, Feb. 21.According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, a vehicle was pulled over near 21st and Memorial around 12 p.m., for going 46 mph in a 30 mph zone.The driver was identified as a 33-year-old Racine resident.Inside the vehicle, a deputy located and seized 92.5 grams of crack cocaine, two loaded semi-automatic handguns, three digital scales, three cellphones and $4,679 in cash.
Sturtevant man, woman charged after teenage girl sexually assaulted
RACINE COUNTY -- A man and woman from Sturtevant are facing charges after prosecutors said a teenage girl was sexually assaulted while in their care.Jeremy Teloh, 37, faces 13 felonies:
Teen clinging to ice chunk rescued from Lake Michigan
RACINE -- A 15-year-old boy is in stable condition after falling into the icy waters of Lake Michigan Wednesday night, Feb. 20.
Man accused of grabbing steering wheel to force crash that injured wife pleads not guilty
RACINE COUNTY -- A Kenosha man prosecutors said caused his wife to crash their SUV into a tree has pleaded not guilty to attempted homicide charges.Justin Sampsel, 39, was in court Thursday, Feb. 21 for his preliminary hearing, which he waived.
15-year-old rescued from Lake Michigan after falling through ice at Racine's North Pier
RACIN E-- A 15-year-old boy was rescued from Lake Michigan and taken to the hospital after falling into the water near North Pier Wednesday evening, Feb. 20.It happened shortly before 6:30 p.m.Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office along with police, Racine Fire and Rescue officials and the dive team responded -- and learned the 15-year-old and a 16-year-old friend were walking along the icy shore when the ice gave way, sending the 15-year-old into the water.The boy was struggling to stay above water and swim to shore, as strong waves pushed him further out into the lake.He was rescued and taken to the hospital, where he was said to be in stable condition.“If it wasn’t for the quick actions of our first responders, we undoubtedly would have a much different outcome," said Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling in a news release.
Prison for Racine man accused of possessing child porn featuring children 'as young as 1-year-old'
RACINE -- A Racine man arrested after a tip came in regarding child pornography has been sentenced to prison.
Racine County deputy suffers minor injuries after his squad was struck by another vehicle
RACINE COUNTY -- A Racine County sheriff's deputy suffered minor injuries after his squad was struck by another vehicle on Monday, Feb. 18.
Sheriff: 4 arrested after CO2-powered air rifle fired at home in Racine County
RAYMOND -- Four people were arrested after "numerous rounds" were fired from a CO2-powered air rifle in Raymond in Racine County Sunday afternoon, Feb. 10.It happened around 1:30 p.m. at a home on 80th Street near Cape Road.Sheriff's officials said a call came in, with the residents reporting their home was just shot at, resulting in damage to the windows.
Sheriff: Salem man grabbed steering wheel to force crash that injured wife
ROCHESTER -- A 39-year-old Salem man was arrested and could face attempted homicide charges after an incident in the Village of Rochester late Saturday, Feb. 9."Well, it's nuts, obviously," said Jeff Schimek, Dover.
Racine County officials seek truck in theft of UTV, trailer from Union Grove residence
UNION GROVE -- Racine County officials are looking to track down the person(s) who used a silver truck to steal a UTV from a residence on Durand Avenue in Union Grove.The Racine County Sheriff's Office said the theft happened around 4 a.m., on Monday, Jan. 14 -- just west of York Street.The suspect vehicle was described by officials as a four-door Chevrolet or GMC truck with running boards, with a silver toolbox in the rear bed, and running lights on the top of the cab.PHOTO GALLERYThe suspect vehicle headed eastbound on State Highway 11 toward I-94 with the UTV and its trailer.
"Be cautious:' Racine Co. Sheriff's Office responds to over a dozen vehicles in ditches
RACINE COUNTY -- The Racine County Sheriff's Office is reminding motorists to allow extra time for travel and to be cautious.
Man hospitalized after snowmobile accident in Racine County
TOWN OF DOVER -- A 23-year-old man is being treated for injuries after suffering a snowmobile accident late Saturday night, Jan. 20.According to officials, deputies were called to the snowmobile trails near CTH A and Sharp Rd.
Man transported by Flight for Life after crash in Racine County, speed believed to be a factor
RACINE COUNTY -- One person was taken to the hospital by Flight for Life Sunday night, Jan. 13 following a single-vehicle crash in the Town of Burlington.According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, the driver struck a utility pole on Yahnke Road near McHenry Street around 9:10 p.m.When crews arrived on scene, they located a 19-year-old man trapped inside the vehicle.
K-9 Officer ‘Karma’ is changing the way the Racine County Sheriff’s Office fights cyber crime
RACINE COUNTY -- What does a cellphone smell like?
Waukesha man arrested for 8th OWI offense the day before his wedding
RACINE COUNTY -- A 47-year-old Waukesha man has been charged with his 8th OWI offense -- arrested the day before his wedding.Kevin Tarbox faces one count of OWI, 7th, 8th or 9th offense, general alcohol concentration enhancer.A criminal complaint lists this history of OWI convictions:
Officials: Waukesha man facing 8th OWI after being arrested in Racine
RACINE -- A Waukesha man is facing his 8th OWI offense after being arrested in Racine Friday night, Dec. 28.According to officials, a Racine County Deputy was on routine patrol when he saw an SUV pass him on northbound I-94/41 from County Highway KR, driving much faster than the posted speed limit of 60 mph.
Body of woman recovered, ID'd after vehicle went into Lake Michigan in Racine
RACINE -- A woman's body was recovered after her vehicle went into Lake Michigan near Racine's North Beach area Sunday, Dec. 30.
Burlington man arrested for OWI, 3rd offense in crash that left 97-year-old passenger hurt
RACINE COUNTY -- A 55-year-old Burlington man was arrested for his third OWI offense after a crash on Christmas Day, Tuesday, Dec. 25 in the Town of Yorkville in Racine County -- where the vehicle he was driving struck a tree.It happened on County Highway A near 63rd Drive around noon.Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said the driver and his passenger, a 97-year-old man, were both taken to the hospital.
Driver arrested for 6th OWI offense in Racine County as part of Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign
RACINE COUNTY -- Racine County sheriff's officials said four people were arrested on Saturday night, Dec. 15 into Sunday morning, Dec. 16, on the second day of the nationwide Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign aimed at curbing impaired driving.