Racine Zoo's last tur dies

The Racine Zoo on Friday, July 2 announced the death of one of its most beloved animals – Tavek, a West Caucasian tur.

Mount Pleasant rollover crash: Child injured, 1 arrested

Mount Pleasant police responded to a rollover crash on State Highway 32. One person was arrested, one was cited and a child was injured, though not seriously.

Façade falls off Racine building, nobody hurt

Parts of a historic building in Racine fell to the ground early Thursday, July 1. Inspectors say the damage appears to have been caused by stormy weather overnight.

Free Racine aquatic center passes for county residents

Racine County announced it will sponsor hundreds of free passes to the SC Johnson Community Aquatic Center for youth and families to swim.

"Mobile Elections Vehicle" arrives in Racine
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City of Racine leaders rolled out a first-of-its-kind vehicle Tuesday, June 29, the “Mobile Elections Vehicle."

Racine Mobile Elections Vehicle rolled out after 2020 vote

City of Racine leaders rolled out a first-of-its-kind vehicle Tuesday, June 29, the “Mobile Elections Vehicle."

Students study Lake Michigan shoreline, erosion prevention measures

One school district is working with community partners to make sure the next generation learns how to protect Lake Michigan's shoreline.

Racine man charged in hit-and-run, obstructing officer

Frank Gayton has been charged with four counts relating to a hit-and-run near 21st and Lathrop in the city of Racine on Tuesday, June 22.

Guns, pot found in Sturtevant car search; man charged

A Kenosha man is charged with carrying a concealed weapon and THC possession stemming from a Sturtevant traffic stop and vehicle search.

Racine drownings, water safety tips from dive team

Racine County Sheriff's Office Dive Team members talked to Lake Michigan beachgoers about water safety after drownings the previous weekend.

Man had kids in car, controlled substance in system: police

Nicholas Knetzger was allegedly driving with a controlled substance in his system and had three kids in the car when he was stopped by police.

Video before Racine inmate's death released

A new video released from the Racine County sheriff's Office shows the moments leading up to an inmate's death.

Caledonia scam, police warn homeowners

Village of Caledonia residents beware. A new scam is making its rounds but the Caledonia Police Department is aware and is telling the public what to look out for.

Rip current survival strategies after Racine drownings
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Water safety is becoming a public health crisis. Two children died and a third is in critical condition after emergencies at the beaches in Racine over three days.

Lake Michigan rip current warning after drownings

Water safety is becoming a public health crisis. Two children died and a third is in critical condition after emergencies at the beaches in Racine over three days.

Mount Pleasant drug bust, man arrested

The Racine County Metro Drug Unit, with help from the Mount Pleasant K-9 Unit, searched the residence on Prairie Drive just north of Washington Avenue in Mount Pleasant.