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 (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 (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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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!
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 (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.
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.
Racine Zoo closed Monday due to extreme cold weather
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned the Racine Zoo is expected to be closed on Monday, January 6th due to the extreme cold.The zoo, along with its administrative offices will be closed Monday -- in an effort to protect guests, staff and animals from dangerously cold temperatures.The zoo is expected to reopen on January 7th.
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned the Racine Zoo is expected to be closed on Monday, January 6th due to the extreme cold.The zoo, along with its administrative offices will be closed Monday -- in an effort to protect guests, staff and animals from dangerously cold temperatures.The zoo is expected to reopen on January 7th.
Racine, points to south of Milw. hit hard by New Year's snowfall
RACINE (WITI) -- Snow was falling in southeastern Wisconsin on New Year's Day -- and the snowfall, combined with lake effect snowfall, left several inches of new snowfall on the ground.
RACINE (WITI) -- Snow was falling in southeastern Wisconsin on New Year's Day -- and the snowfall, combined with lake effect snowfall, left several inches of new snowfall on the ground.
Drivers take it easy as kids have fun in the fresh snow in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- Snow began to fall on New Year's Eve, continued through New Year's Day -- and will last through Thursday afternoon.
RACINE (WITI) -- Snow began to fall on New Year's Eve, continued through New Year's Day -- and will last through Thursday afternoon.
Police seek suspect in robbery of North Shore Bank in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- Officials in Racine are investigating a robbery that occurred at the North Shore Bank on Thursday afternoon, December 26th.Police say it happened just before 11:15 a.m.Police say the suspect is described as a black man between the ages of 20 and 30, 6' to 6'2" tall with a thin to medium build.The suspect had freckles and a scruffy goatee.He was wearing a black hoodie, black track pants with a white stripe, a black knit hat and sunglasses.Police say the suspect approached a teller and demanded money.
RACINE (WITI) -- Officials in Racine are investigating a robbery that occurred at the North Shore Bank on Thursday afternoon, December 26th.Police say it happened just before 11:15 a.m.Police say the suspect is described as a black man between the ages of 20 and 30, 6' to 6'2" tall with a thin to medium build.The suspect had freckles and a scruffy goatee.He was wearing a black hoodie, black track pants with a white stripe, a black knit hat and sunglasses.Police say the suspect approached a teller and demanded money.
Family temporarily displaced after Christmas house fire in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned a fire broke out at a home on S.
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned a fire broke out at a home on S.
Justin learns some martini magic at Henry and Wanda's in Racine
Looking for a place to have some fun this holiday season?
Looking for a place to have some fun this holiday season?
Friends say Lexi Lopez took her own life after being bullied
RACINE (WITI) -- The death of a 14-year-old girl is bringing many issues to the forefront in Racine. 14-year-old Lexi Lopez took her own life over the weekend -- and now, kids at Racine's Horlick High School are mobilizing to start "The Lexi Project" -- meant to tackle the issues of bullying and sexuality.A memorial of stuffed animals and balloons marks the corner where Lexi Lopez lived.
RACINE (WITI) -- The death of a 14-year-old girl is bringing many issues to the forefront in Racine. 14-year-old Lexi Lopez took her own life over the weekend -- and now, kids at Racine's Horlick High School are mobilizing to start "The Lexi Project" -- meant to tackle the issues of bullying and sexuality.A memorial of stuffed animals and balloons marks the corner where Lexi Lopez lived.
Two Racine men arrested following pursuit, crash
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police say two Racine men were arrested following a pursuit on Thursday, December 12th.Police say officers initiated a traffic stop in the 1100 block of Mound Avenue due to the odor of THC emitting from the vehicle and traffic violations observed by the officers.Police say the suspect vehicle initially pulled over, but as officers approached on foot, the vehicle fled.Officers then initiated a vehicle pursuit lasting a few blocks, which was later terminated.Police say the offending vehicle continued through the neighborhood after officers stopped pursuing.A short time later, officers discovered a three-vehicle crash on Kinzie near Graham.Officers learned the suspect vehicle fled through the neighborhood and returned to Kinzie Avenue, where it headed westbound, crossed the center line and struck another vehicle being operated by a 48-year-old Racine woman.Police say the suspect vehicle then struck a tree.The vehicle struck by the suspect vehicle struck another vehicle, operated by a 22-year-old Racine woman.Both suspects exited the offending vehicle, and police say the passenger, 24-year-old Thadeus Reed of Racine fled on foot and was captured in a nearby home.Police say the driver, 20-year-old Alberto Galvan attempted to flee the scene by stealing the 22-year-old victim's vehicle, but was taken into custody by police.The 48-year-old woman received life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital and later flown to Froedtert.Galvan and Reed were seriously injured.
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police say two Racine men were arrested following a pursuit on Thursday, December 12th.Police say officers initiated a traffic stop in the 1100 block of Mound Avenue due to the odor of THC emitting from the vehicle and traffic violations observed by the officers.Police say the suspect vehicle initially pulled over, but as officers approached on foot, the vehicle fled.Officers then initiated a vehicle pursuit lasting a few blocks, which was later terminated.Police say the offending vehicle continued through the neighborhood after officers stopped pursuing.A short time later, officers discovered a three-vehicle crash on Kinzie near Graham.Officers learned the suspect vehicle fled through the neighborhood and returned to Kinzie Avenue, where it headed westbound, crossed the center line and struck another vehicle being operated by a 48-year-old Racine woman.Police say the suspect vehicle then struck a tree.The vehicle struck by the suspect vehicle struck another vehicle, operated by a 22-year-old Racine woman.Both suspects exited the offending vehicle, and police say the passenger, 24-year-old Thadeus Reed of Racine fled on foot and was captured in a nearby home.Police say the driver, 20-year-old Alberto Galvan attempted to flee the scene by stealing the 22-year-old victim's vehicle, but was taken into custody by police.The 48-year-old woman received life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital and later flown to Froedtert.Galvan and Reed were seriously injured.
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Man's cigarette butts found at crime scene lead to his arrest
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- Cigarette butts found at the scene of a burglary in the Town of Norway led to the arrest of 31-year-old Christopher Zientara of Wind Lake.
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- Cigarette butts found at the scene of a burglary in the Town of Norway led to the arrest of 31-year-old Christopher Zientara of Wind Lake.