24-year-old man dies following two-vehicle crash in Racine County
RACINE COUNTY -- A 24-year-old man has died and another person is hurt following a two-vehicle crash in the 22200 block of Highway 20/Washington Avenue in Racine County Thursday, July 6th.According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened just before 3:45 p.m.Officials say initial investigation shows the 24-year-old man was driving a 2009 Toyota Corolla eastbound, when it went into the south gravel shoulder of the road and lost control of the car and ended up crossing the center line, entering the path of a westbound Lexus SUV.
RACINE COUNTY -- A 24-year-old man has died and another person is hurt following a two-vehicle crash in the 22200 block of Highway 20/Washington Avenue in Racine County Thursday, July 6th.According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened just before 3:45 p.m.Officials say initial investigation shows the 24-year-old man was driving a 2009 Toyota Corolla eastbound, when it went into the south gravel shoulder of the road and lost control of the car and ended up crossing the center line, entering the path of a westbound Lexus SUV.
Police: 2 shot, injured in separate incidents in Milwaukee; suspects sought
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shooting incidents that happened Wednesday night, July 5th and early Thursday morning, July 6th.The first happened around 8:45 p.m. near 37th and Wright.Police say the victim, a 26-year-old man, was involved in an ongoing dispute with another subject.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shooting incidents that happened Wednesday night, July 5th and early Thursday morning, July 6th.The first happened around 8:45 p.m. near 37th and Wright.Police say the victim, a 26-year-old man, was involved in an ongoing dispute with another subject.
"We got him:" 5 years after homicide, police charge suspect, already behind bars for a separate killing
MILWAUKEE -- For five years, a Milwaukee homicide went unsolved.
MILWAUKEE -- For five years, a Milwaukee homicide went unsolved.
Elderly man tied to chair, pistol whipped, stabbed by suspects who may have followed him home from Summerfest
WATERFORD -- An elderly man was tied to a chair in his Waterford home, pistol whipped and stabbed by suspects who then stole cash, officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday, July 5th, and deputies say the suspects may have followed him home from Summerfest.It happened early Wednesday, around 12:30 a.m. Officials say the man was buying and selling tickets outside Summerfest, and soon, it appears two men followed him to Racine County.Sheriff's officials said a report came in regarding an elderly man "calling for help in the roadway" in the area near Elm Island Drive near Tamarack Trail in Waterford.
WATERFORD -- An elderly man was tied to a chair in his Waterford home, pistol whipped and stabbed by suspects who then stole cash, officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday, July 5th, and deputies say the suspects may have followed him home from Summerfest.It happened early Wednesday, around 12:30 a.m. Officials say the man was buying and selling tickets outside Summerfest, and soon, it appears two men followed him to Racine County.Sheriff's officials said a report came in regarding an elderly man "calling for help in the roadway" in the area near Elm Island Drive near Tamarack Trail in Waterford.
Lawmakers confirm Foxconn is considering building a plant in SE WI, hiring thousands of workers
MADISON -- Lawmakers have confirmed that a Taiwanese electronics company is considering plans to come to SE Wisconsin.In a memo released Wednesday afternoon, July 5th, decrying the state's road funding situation, Assembly Republican leaders confirmed that Foxconn is considering a plan to build a facility here, and hire thousands of workers.The memo outlined Foxconn's desire to come to SE Wisconsin, but noted the construction delays on I-94.Michigan is reportedly also pursuing the plant.
MADISON -- Lawmakers have confirmed that a Taiwanese electronics company is considering plans to come to SE Wisconsin.In a memo released Wednesday afternoon, July 5th, decrying the state's road funding situation, Assembly Republican leaders confirmed that Foxconn is considering a plan to build a facility here, and hire thousands of workers.The memo outlined Foxconn's desire to come to SE Wisconsin, but noted the construction delays on I-94.Michigan is reportedly also pursuing the plant.
9 years in prison for man convicted of shooting, killing own friend at Brett's Farmhouse
MILWAUKEE -- A man convicted of shooting and killing his own friend at Brett's Farmhouse near 60th and Good Hope in January has been sentenced to prison.
MILWAUKEE -- A man convicted of shooting and killing his own friend at Brett's Farmhouse near 60th and Good Hope in January has been sentenced to prison.
"Too young to die:" Racine officials warn about water dangers following drowning in Root River
RACINE COUNTY -- Emergency responders in Racine are warning swimmers about open water dangers.
RACINE COUNTY -- Emergency responders in Racine are warning swimmers about open water dangers.
Police: 2 shot, injured in separate incidents in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shooting incidents that happened late Tuesday night, July 4th and early Wednesday morning, July 5th.The first shooting happened around 10:50 p.m. near Cesar Chavez Drive and Mineral Street.When officers arrived on scene, they found a 37-year-old man suffering from a non-fatal gunshot wound.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shooting incidents that happened late Tuesday night, July 4th and early Wednesday morning, July 5th.The first shooting happened around 10:50 p.m. near Cesar Chavez Drive and Mineral Street.When officers arrived on scene, they found a 37-year-old man suffering from a non-fatal gunshot wound.
Probation for 2 men accused in numerous thefts of tires, rims to be sold on Facebook because they "needed money"
MILWAUKEE -- Two men criminally charged in a case involving numerous thefts of tires and rims targeting Honda Fit vehicles in downtown Milwaukee have been sentenced to probation.
MILWAUKEE -- Two men criminally charged in a case involving numerous thefts of tires and rims targeting Honda Fit vehicles in downtown Milwaukee have been sentenced to probation.
Burlington woman faces 2 counts of OWI, accused of causing crash that injured 2 motorcyclists
BURLINGTON -- A 46-year-old Burlington woman is facing charges after two motorcyclists had to be taken to the hospital following a crash on the Fourth of July on Durand Avenue near Fischer Park.
BURLINGTON -- A 46-year-old Burlington woman is facing charges after two motorcyclists had to be taken to the hospital following a crash on the Fourth of July on Durand Avenue near Fischer Park.
Milwaukee police officers make time for game of 'Cans' with 10-year-old boy
MILWAUKEE -- Even the men and women in blue need some time to decompress.
MILWAUKEE -- Even the men and women in blue need some time to decompress.
Search for Lynn Rickard, missing since June 25th, suspended on the Fourth of July holiday
KANSASVILLE -- The search for 59-year-old Lynn Rickard was suspended Tuesday, July 4th for the Fourth of July holiday.The Kansasville woman left her mobile home Sunday, June 25th and was last seen later that day.The search Monday, July 3rd focused on an area close to the mobile home park where Rickard was last seen, with officials hopeful specialty dogs brought in from Madison would make a difference.As crews combed through a field near his home, Lynn Rickard's husband, John, said Monday he could not bring himself to any Fourth of July cookouts.
KANSASVILLE -- The search for 59-year-old Lynn Rickard was suspended Tuesday, July 4th for the Fourth of July holiday.The Kansasville woman left her mobile home Sunday, June 25th and was last seen later that day.The search Monday, July 3rd focused on an area close to the mobile home park where Rickard was last seen, with officials hopeful specialty dogs brought in from Madison would make a difference.As crews combed through a field near his home, Lynn Rickard's husband, John, said Monday he could not bring himself to any Fourth of July cookouts.
Police investigate homicide after 20-year-old shooting victim dies at the hospital
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide after a shooting near 18th and Nash Monday, July 3rd.It happened around 8:30 p.m.Police said the victim, a 20-year-old man, was approached by a suspect who shot him.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide after a shooting near 18th and Nash Monday, July 3rd.It happened around 8:30 p.m.Police said the victim, a 20-year-old man, was approached by a suspect who shot him.
Man, woman arrested after they were busted allegedly taking scrap auto parts from Racine Co. dealer
RACINE COUNTY -- A man and woman from Racine were arrested early Monday, July 3rd after officials say they were caught loading vehicle parts into their vehicle behind Zarate's Auto Sales.According to officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office, shortly before 2:00 a.m., deputies on patrol learned of people with flashlights behind Zarate's Auto Sales, located near S. 27th and West 7 Mile Road.When speaking with the man and woman, they told investigators they had permission from the owner of the business to take some of the scrap auto parts.
RACINE COUNTY -- A man and woman from Racine were arrested early Monday, July 3rd after officials say they were caught loading vehicle parts into their vehicle behind Zarate's Auto Sales.According to officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office, shortly before 2:00 a.m., deputies on patrol learned of people with flashlights behind Zarate's Auto Sales, located near S. 27th and West 7 Mile Road.When speaking with the man and woman, they told investigators they had permission from the owner of the business to take some of the scrap auto parts.
"Very difficult to process:" 70-year-old man found dead after arson in duplex near 28th and Becher
MILWAUKEE -- An investigation is underway after a fatal arson early Monday morning, July 3rd on Milwaukee's south side.It happened at a duplex near 28th and Becher around 2:30 a.m.Police say a 70-year-old man was found dead inside the home.
MILWAUKEE -- An investigation is underway after a fatal arson early Monday morning, July 3rd on Milwaukee's south side.It happened at a duplex near 28th and Becher around 2:30 a.m.Police say a 70-year-old man was found dead inside the home.
"Extremely cold water:" MFD's Dive Team out before, during, after U.S. Bank Fireworks Show
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's lakefront was a busy place Monday, July 3rd ahead of the big U.S. Bank Fireworks Show, and officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department will be patrolling the water and the surrounding area in an effort its a fun and safe celebration for all.Every Fourth of July, the water draws people in.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's lakefront was a busy place Monday, July 3rd ahead of the big U.S. Bank Fireworks Show, and officials with the Milwaukee Fire Department will be patrolling the water and the surrounding area in an effort its a fun and safe celebration for all.Every Fourth of July, the water draws people in.
Milwaukee police searching for suspect in "Minion" shirt who robbed restaurant near 76th and Good Hope
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking a suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery at Hong Kong Express, located near 76th Street and Good Hope Road.It happened around 6:00 p.m. on June 27th.Police say the suspect, along with an accomplice who has already been identified, entered the business.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking a suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery at Hong Kong Express, located near 76th Street and Good Hope Road.It happened around 6:00 p.m. on June 27th.Police say the suspect, along with an accomplice who has already been identified, entered the business.
Police: Man shot, seriously injured during argument on Milwaukee's north side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened early Monday morning, July 3rd on the city's north side.It happened near 10th and Locust around 2:20 a.m.Police say a 51-year-old man was shot by a male suspect during an argument.A passerby transported the victim to MPD District #5 where he was then taken to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries.MPD continues to seek the suspect.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened early Monday morning, July 3rd on the city's north side.It happened near 10th and Locust around 2:20 a.m.Police say a 51-year-old man was shot by a male suspect during an argument.A passerby transported the victim to MPD District #5 where he was then taken to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries.MPD continues to seek the suspect.
24-year-old man rescued from Lake Michigan, taken to the hospital in Racine
RACINE -- A 24-year-old man is being treated for possible hypothermia after he was rescued from Lake Michigan near the Root River Sunday, July 2nd.Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said around 11:30 a.m., Water Patrol officials were advised of a person in the water yelling for help.
RACINE -- A 24-year-old man is being treated for possible hypothermia after he was rescued from Lake Michigan near the Root River Sunday, July 2nd.Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office said around 11:30 a.m., Water Patrol officials were advised of a person in the water yelling for help.