Altercation on bus leads to charges against teen, driver fired
KENOSHA (WITI) -- A bus full of passengers rolls into parked cars.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- A bus full of passengers rolls into parked cars.
Kenosha Sheriff's officials deal with number of crashes due to snow
KENOSHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials on Thursday, January 30th were busy dealing with a number of crash reports due to blowing and drifting snow.The crash reports started coming in around 5:00 p.m. and since then, Sheriff's officials have responded to eight injury accidents -- six of which were rollovers.Officials also responded to eight property damage only accidents and 26 calls for vehicles in ditches.Most of the crashes were coming in from the western portion of the county -- in the Bristol/Salem area.A Sheriff's lieutenant said one of the most troublesome spots was near Highway C and Highway 50.
KENOSHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials on Thursday, January 30th were busy dealing with a number of crash reports due to blowing and drifting snow.The crash reports started coming in around 5:00 p.m. and since then, Sheriff's officials have responded to eight injury accidents -- six of which were rollovers.Officials also responded to eight property damage only accidents and 26 calls for vehicles in ditches.Most of the crashes were coming in from the western portion of the county -- in the Bristol/Salem area.A Sheriff's lieutenant said one of the most troublesome spots was near Highway C and Highway 50.
Police say woman, man found dead in Kenosha home on Saturday
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police confirm a death investigation is taking place in Kenosha, after two people were discovered dead inside a home over the weekend.Police say they are investigating the death of a 55-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man -- who were discovered inside a home in the 5800 block of 52nd Ave in Kenosha on Saturday, January 18th.The manner and cause of death has not been determined in this case.However, police say they are not looking for anyone in connection with the deaths, and they do not believe there is any danger to the public.Autopsies of the man and woman are being conducted Monday, January 20th."I'd like to know what happened, of course.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police confirm a death investigation is taking place in Kenosha, after two people were discovered dead inside a home over the weekend.Police say they are investigating the death of a 55-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man -- who were discovered inside a home in the 5800 block of 52nd Ave in Kenosha on Saturday, January 18th.The manner and cause of death has not been determined in this case.However, police say they are not looking for anyone in connection with the deaths, and they do not believe there is any danger to the public.Autopsies of the man and woman are being conducted Monday, January 20th."I'd like to know what happened, of course.
Kenosha Police Dept. issues warning about Facebook scam
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The Kenosha Police Department issued a warning on Monday, January 20th regarding a Facebook scam.According to police, some Kenosha-area residents have reported receiving messages from their known "Facebook friends" asking if they have a Chase Bank account.According to authorities, if the person replies that they do have a Chase Bank account, their Facebook friend will then ask for their account number -- claiming they can get "grant money" deposited into their account.Officials say a person then calls the victim, claiming to be a part of the grant deal, and requests PIN numbers and the location of their bank.The Kenosha Police Department is advising residents to NEVER give out personal information via Facebook.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The Kenosha Police Department issued a warning on Monday, January 20th regarding a Facebook scam.According to police, some Kenosha-area residents have reported receiving messages from their known "Facebook friends" asking if they have a Chase Bank account.According to authorities, if the person replies that they do have a Chase Bank account, their Facebook friend will then ask for their account number -- claiming they can get "grant money" deposited into their account.Officials say a person then calls the victim, claiming to be a part of the grant deal, and requests PIN numbers and the location of their bank.The Kenosha Police Department is advising residents to NEVER give out personal information via Facebook.
Kenosha Co. officials investigate fatal crash at I-94 & Hwy. 50
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials say one person was killed in a crash that occurred on Wednesday afternoon, January 15th at the I-94 SB/Highway 50 interchange.Sheriff's officials say it appears the crash occurred on the new ramp where it intersects with 71st Street.This is the new route that runs parallel to and was built north of Highway 50 to alleviate traffic off of the Highway 50/I-94 intersection.FOX6 News spoke with a witness who estimates the vehicle involved was traveling at around 100 miles-per-hour before it reportedly struck a pole.Craig Judd says he and five co-workers had finished their work on a digital billboard when they witnessed the crash."All of a sudden, I heard a crash.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials say one person was killed in a crash that occurred on Wednesday afternoon, January 15th at the I-94 SB/Highway 50 interchange.Sheriff's officials say it appears the crash occurred on the new ramp where it intersects with 71st Street.This is the new route that runs parallel to and was built north of Highway 50 to alleviate traffic off of the Highway 50/I-94 intersection.FOX6 News spoke with a witness who estimates the vehicle involved was traveling at around 100 miles-per-hour before it reportedly struck a pole.Craig Judd says he and five co-workers had finished their work on a digital billboard when they witnessed the crash."All of a sudden, I heard a crash.
Mequon developer to start construction on Kenosha apt. complex
KENOSHA (WITI) -- A Mequon developer plans to start construction on a 70-unit apartment complex in Kenosha this Spring.It will be built on a vacant six acres south of the intersection of 70th Avenue and 75th Street.The site was sold for $575,000.The development, dubbed Sagewood Apartment Homes will have one and two bedroom units complete with appliances, including washers and dryers.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- A Mequon developer plans to start construction on a 70-unit apartment complex in Kenosha this Spring.It will be built on a vacant six acres south of the intersection of 70th Avenue and 75th Street.The site was sold for $575,000.The development, dubbed Sagewood Apartment Homes will have one and two bedroom units complete with appliances, including washers and dryers.
Kenosha officials release New Year's Day crash totals
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials on Wednesday, January responded to a number of crashes that may have been cause by snow that fell on New Year's Eve, and throughout the day on Wednesday, January 1st.Since 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening, the Kenosha Co.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials on Wednesday, January responded to a number of crashes that may have been cause by snow that fell on New Year's Eve, and throughout the day on Wednesday, January 1st.Since 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening, the Kenosha Co.
Santa visits Frank Elementary School in Kenosha
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Christmas can be a difficult time for some families in southeast Wisconsin, but for four years now, a community effort in Kenosha has helped make the holiday happier for students at Frank Elementary.500 K-5 students had a chance to visit with Santa and open gifts on Thursday, December 19th."Ten to 15 percent of our students are homeless and 95 percent are on free and reduced lunch," explained Heather Connolly, Principal of Frank Elementary.Parents say watching their children open an early Christmas gift is a very special moment."I think it shows the spirit of Christmas and the spirit of giving and we should be thankful for one another," said Brenda Sheperd.For adults in the room, believing in Santa becomes more than knowing he exists."Believing is believing in something larger than yourself or more than your immediate surroundings," said Sgt.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Christmas can be a difficult time for some families in southeast Wisconsin, but for four years now, a community effort in Kenosha has helped make the holiday happier for students at Frank Elementary.500 K-5 students had a chance to visit with Santa and open gifts on Thursday, December 19th."Ten to 15 percent of our students are homeless and 95 percent are on free and reduced lunch," explained Heather Connolly, Principal of Frank Elementary.Parents say watching their children open an early Christmas gift is a very special moment."I think it shows the spirit of Christmas and the spirit of giving and we should be thankful for one another," said Brenda Sheperd.For adults in the room, believing in Santa becomes more than knowing he exists."Believing is believing in something larger than yourself or more than your immediate surroundings," said Sgt.
Business Journal: Second Amazon distribution center planned for Kenosha
KENOSHA (WITI) -- FOX6's media partners at the Milwaukee Business Journal are reporting Amazon's project in Kenosha is getting bigger.Back in November, The Business Journal reported Amazon.com's planned one-million-square-foot Kenosha distribution center is a go.With that project, Amazon is expected to create 1,000 jobs in the distribution center, planned for a 101-acre site east of I-94 near 122nd Street.Now, The Business Journal is reporting Amazon.com is moving forward with a second distribution center in Kenosha that would create 575 full-time jobs in addition to the 1,100 jobs in an initial building that is under construction.The new $62 million building would go up next to the initial Kenosha Amazon distribution center.The Business Journal says the buildings would be connected with a skywalk.The first building, which received a $17 million TIF grant, is planned for completion in October 2014.A Joint Review Board with representatives of the local taxing districts in Kenosha will consider the request for a second distribution center during a meeting on Wednesday, December 18th.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- FOX6's media partners at the Milwaukee Business Journal are reporting Amazon's project in Kenosha is getting bigger.Back in November, The Business Journal reported Amazon.com's planned one-million-square-foot Kenosha distribution center is a go.With that project, Amazon is expected to create 1,000 jobs in the distribution center, planned for a 101-acre site east of I-94 near 122nd Street.Now, The Business Journal is reporting Amazon.com is moving forward with a second distribution center in Kenosha that would create 575 full-time jobs in addition to the 1,100 jobs in an initial building that is under construction.The new $62 million building would go up next to the initial Kenosha Amazon distribution center.The Business Journal says the buildings would be connected with a skywalk.The first building, which received a $17 million TIF grant, is planned for completion in October 2014.A Joint Review Board with representatives of the local taxing districts in Kenosha will consider the request for a second distribution center during a meeting on Wednesday, December 18th.
Kenosha County Sheriff's Deputy hits 12-pointer in squad
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The Kenosha County Sheriff's Department is reminding motorists to use extra caution and be aware of hazards while driving on county roads -- this after a deputy struck a 12-point buck in his squad car on Saturday, December 7th.The accident occurred on Highway K west of Highway D.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- The Kenosha County Sheriff's Department is reminding motorists to use extra caution and be aware of hazards while driving on county roads -- this after a deputy struck a 12-point buck in his squad car on Saturday, December 7th.The accident occurred on Highway K west of Highway D.
Kenosha police investigate double stabbing on 14th Ave.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police are investigating a double stabbing near 80th St.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police are investigating a double stabbing near 80th St.
Dramatic video shows Kenosha standoff explosive breach
KENOSHA (WITI) -- FOX6 News has received video showing an explosive breach used by officials in Kenosha on Wednesday, December 4th to end a day-long standoff situation.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- FOX6 News has received video showing an explosive breach used by officials in Kenosha on Wednesday, December 4th to end a day-long standoff situation.
Officials respond to scene in Kenosha and find two stabbing victims
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Officials in Kenosha on Thursday night, December 5th responded to the scene of a double stabbing incident.It happened near 80th Street and 14th Avenue just before 7:30 p.m.Officials say the scene encompassed two locations near the intersection -- where they discovered a man and a woman had been stabbed.Both were taken to the hospital.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Officials in Kenosha on Thursday night, December 5th responded to the scene of a double stabbing incident.It happened near 80th Street and 14th Avenue just before 7:30 p.m.Officials say the scene encompassed two locations near the intersection -- where they discovered a man and a woman had been stabbed.Both were taken to the hospital.
Body found in Kenosha home after day-long standoff ends
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Officials in Kenosha said on Wednesday afternoon, December 4th a standoff situation beginning early Wednesday morning came to an end.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Officials in Kenosha said on Wednesday afternoon, December 4th a standoff situation beginning early Wednesday morning came to an end.
Kenosha priest cleared by law enforcement
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KENOSHA (WITI) -- A priest at St.
Kenosha priest on admin. leave, being investigated by police
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Kenosha sports bar fights to keep the music playing
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha Alderman Kevin Mathewson and about a hundred of his constituents have had it with Big Shotz Sports Bar & Lounge on Roosevelt Rd."Calls for fights disturbances public urination those types of things and they're just, they're not going away," said Mathewson.Residents have circulated a petition seeking to suspend or revoke the bar's cabaret license.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha Alderman Kevin Mathewson and about a hundred of his constituents have had it with Big Shotz Sports Bar & Lounge on Roosevelt Rd."Calls for fights disturbances public urination those types of things and they're just, they're not going away," said Mathewson.Residents have circulated a petition seeking to suspend or revoke the bar's cabaret license.
Kenosha police officers make "infomercial" for Neighborhood Watch
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Some Kenosha police officers are stepping in front of the cameras to help fight crime -- producing an "infomercial" to promote its Neighborhood Watch program.Dennis Walsh is a "Safety Officer" with the Kenosha Police Department -- but in the video, he is "Ken Osha."For the past several years, "Ken Osha" and a couple of police officers have been moonlighting to produce dozens of entertaining, yet informational videos.In the videos, along with Crime Prevention officers Ron Francis and Jeff Wamboldt, Walsh covers topics like Halloween Safety and Neighborhood Watch."I saw infomercials, and I thought, 'Hey, you know what?
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Some Kenosha police officers are stepping in front of the cameras to help fight crime -- producing an "infomercial" to promote its Neighborhood Watch program.Dennis Walsh is a "Safety Officer" with the Kenosha Police Department -- but in the video, he is "Ken Osha."For the past several years, "Ken Osha" and a couple of police officers have been moonlighting to produce dozens of entertaining, yet informational videos.In the videos, along with Crime Prevention officers Ron Francis and Jeff Wamboldt, Walsh covers topics like Halloween Safety and Neighborhood Watch."I saw infomercials, and I thought, 'Hey, you know what?
Kenosha police investigate death of 3-month-old baby girl
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police are investigating the death of a three-month-old baby girl that occurred early Wednesday morning, November 13th.According to authorities, the initial investigation by officers indicates that the three-month-old girl was sleeping in a bed with a 15-month-old sibling and her parents.The three-month-old baby girl was pronounced dead at the scene by the Kenosha County Medical Examiner's Office.At this time, the cause and manner of death are undetermined.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police are investigating the death of a three-month-old baby girl that occurred early Wednesday morning, November 13th.According to authorities, the initial investigation by officers indicates that the three-month-old girl was sleeping in a bed with a 15-month-old sibling and her parents.The three-month-old baby girl was pronounced dead at the scene by the Kenosha County Medical Examiner's Office.At this time, the cause and manner of death are undetermined.
Kenosha police investigate possible enticement case
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police are investigating a possible enticement case that happened in their city late on Saturday, November 9th.Officials say around 11:15 p.m., officers took a report of a suspicious male in the area of Roosevelt Road & 27th Avenue.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Kenosha police are investigating a possible enticement case that happened in their city late on Saturday, November 9th.Officials say around 11:15 p.m., officers took a report of a suspicious male in the area of Roosevelt Road & 27th Avenue.