"Suspicious death:" Body found in field in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A body was found in a field in Mount Pleasant Monday, July 24th, police said.The body was found shortly before 1:30 p.m. on Sorenson Road near W Road -- off of Washington Avenue.Mount Pleasant Police Detectives are working with the Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the identity of the female victim, as well as the manner, cause and circumstances surrounding the death.Police are calling this a "suspicious death."
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A body was found in a field in Mount Pleasant Monday, July 24th, police said.The body was found shortly before 1:30 p.m. on Sorenson Road near W Road -- off of Washington Avenue.Mount Pleasant Police Detectives are working with the Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the identity of the female victim, as well as the manner, cause and circumstances surrounding the death.Police are calling this a "suspicious death."
"His future is bright:" Enzi, African lion born at Racine Zoo moving to Michigan
RACINE -- The Racine Zoo announced on Monday, July 17th that the last of their African male lion cubs, Enzi, will be moved from the Racine Zoo to Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, Michigan, on July 21st.According to a press release, Enzi was born July 7th, 2014 at the Racine Zoo and he was one of three cubs born to sire lion Aslan and mother Azizi.
RACINE -- The Racine Zoo announced on Monday, July 17th that the last of their African male lion cubs, Enzi, will be moved from the Racine Zoo to Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, Michigan, on July 21st.According to a press release, Enzi was born July 7th, 2014 at the Racine Zoo and he was one of three cubs born to sire lion Aslan and mother Azizi.
Racine officials: Residents along Root River should be "vigilant and watchful" for next 24 to 36 hours
RACINE -- The Racine Police Department on Thursday, July 13th released new information on the potential for flooding within the city along the Root River Basin.Officials say the rainfall has not been as severe in the Root River Basin as along the Fox River Basin, and at this time, it is not anticipated that they will experience flooding along the Root River within the city.That being said, officials are still encouraging residents along the Root River to be vigilant and watchful for the next 24 to 36 hours, and if they should notice any significant and rapid rising of the river level, to report it to the Racine County Communications Center at (262) 886-2300.Citizens are also strongly cautioned to stay off and out of the Root River as the increased water volume and strong currents can quickly overcome even the strongest and most experienced swimmers and boaters.The City of Racine Departments will continue to work together to monitor conditions along the Root River and to provide timely updates should conditions change.
RACINE -- The Racine Police Department on Thursday, July 13th released new information on the potential for flooding within the city along the Root River Basin.Officials say the rainfall has not been as severe in the Root River Basin as along the Fox River Basin, and at this time, it is not anticipated that they will experience flooding along the Root River within the city.That being said, officials are still encouraging residents along the Root River to be vigilant and watchful for the next 24 to 36 hours, and if they should notice any significant and rapid rising of the river level, to report it to the Racine County Communications Center at (262) 886-2300.Citizens are also strongly cautioned to stay off and out of the Root River as the increased water volume and strong currents can quickly overcome even the strongest and most experienced swimmers and boaters.The City of Racine Departments will continue to work together to monitor conditions along the Root River and to provide timely updates should conditions change.
“We are concerned:" Racine Co. executive issues “declaration of emergency” due to flooding
RACINE COUNTY -- Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave on Wednesday, July 12th issued a "declaration of emergency" in Racine County due to flash flooding throughout the county.“We are concerned about the potential damage to both public infrastructure and to homes and businesses, “ commented Delagrave. “County staff are monitoring the situation closely, and we are prepared to do everything we can to support local municipal efforts.”Racine police sent out a "Code Red" message to residents located within the 100-year flood plain to warn them of the potential of flooding due to the heavy rains and possible future storms.The message was sent at 10:40 a.m. Wednesday and reads as follows:“Good morning, this is Lt Toeller with the City of Racine Police Department with an important public safety message.
RACINE COUNTY -- Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave on Wednesday, July 12th issued a "declaration of emergency" in Racine County due to flash flooding throughout the county.“We are concerned about the potential damage to both public infrastructure and to homes and businesses, “ commented Delagrave. “County staff are monitoring the situation closely, and we are prepared to do everything we can to support local municipal efforts.”Racine police sent out a "Code Red" message to residents located within the 100-year flood plain to warn them of the potential of flooding due to the heavy rains and possible future storms.The message was sent at 10:40 a.m. Wednesday and reads as follows:“Good morning, this is Lt Toeller with the City of Racine Police Department with an important public safety message.
Just released from prison, Milwaukee man arrested for 10th OWI
CALEDONIA -- A 66-year-old Milwaukee man was arrested by Caledonia police on Saturday, June 24th for a 10th offense operating while intoxicated (OWI).David Broomfield faces one count of OWI, 10th and subsequent offense, and one count of operating a motor vehicle while revoked.A criminal complaint notes OWI convictions dating back to 1995.That complaint says on June 24th, a Caledonia police officer conducted a traffic stop on County Highway V near 7 1/2 Mile Road.
CALEDONIA -- A 66-year-old Milwaukee man was arrested by Caledonia police on Saturday, June 24th for a 10th offense operating while intoxicated (OWI).David Broomfield faces one count of OWI, 10th and subsequent offense, and one count of operating a motor vehicle while revoked.A criminal complaint notes OWI convictions dating back to 1995.That complaint says on June 24th, a Caledonia police officer conducted a traffic stop on County Highway V near 7 1/2 Mile Road.
Mount Pleasant police: 13-year-old boy taken into custody after leading police on 2 pursuits
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 13-year-old boy was taken into custody early Thursday morning, June 22nd after leading police on two separate pursuits in Racine County.The first pursuit began around 11:35 p.m. Wednesday, June 21st at STH 20 and Meadowlane Avenue after the vehicle was spotted without headlights on.The pursuit led officers into the City of Racine -- where the driver disregarded stop signs and traffic signals.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 13-year-old boy was taken into custody early Thursday morning, June 22nd after leading police on two separate pursuits in Racine County.The first pursuit began around 11:35 p.m. Wednesday, June 21st at STH 20 and Meadowlane Avenue after the vehicle was spotted without headlights on.The pursuit led officers into the City of Racine -- where the driver disregarded stop signs and traffic signals.
Planning for summer? Explore June events at the Racine Zoo
RACINE -- Looking for a family outing, or maybe just a way to keep your kids mental juices flowing?
RACINE -- Looking for a family outing, or maybe just a way to keep your kids mental juices flowing?
Man arrested for OWI, cocaine possession following hit-and-run crash in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 31-year-old Green Bay man was taken into custody Thursday, June 8th for OWI and drug possession following a hit-and-run crash in Mount Pleasant.The crash happened on Washington Avenue near 90th Street shortly before 3:30 p.m.According to police, the crash occurred when the suspect vehicle was westbound on STH 20 at 92nd St.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 31-year-old Green Bay man was taken into custody Thursday, June 8th for OWI and drug possession following a hit-and-run crash in Mount Pleasant.The crash happened on Washington Avenue near 90th Street shortly before 3:30 p.m.According to police, the crash occurred when the suspect vehicle was westbound on STH 20 at 92nd St.
Racine man arrested for OWI after crash in Mount Pleasant; woman seriously hurt
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 54-year-old Racine man was arrested for OWI after a crash involving two vehicles that happened Sunday evening, May 28th near the intersection of State Highway 32 and Larson Street.It happened around 6:30 p.m.Police said a preliminary investigation revealed the striking vehicle was headed northbound on State Highway 32 "at an extremely high rate of speed." The second vehicle was attempting a left turn onto Larson Street and was struck on the passenger side.Both vehicles sustained severe damage -- with the striking vehicle also hitting a telephone pole, and then catching on fire.The driver and passenger of the striking vehicle sustained minor injuries.The operator of the second vehicle, a 20-year-old woman from the Racine area, suffered severe injuries, but they're not believed to be life-threatening.The 54-year-old Racine man who was driving the striking vehicle was arrested after he was medically cleared on charges of first degree recklessly endangering safety and OWI causing injury/great bodily harm.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 54-year-old Racine man was arrested for OWI after a crash involving two vehicles that happened Sunday evening, May 28th near the intersection of State Highway 32 and Larson Street.It happened around 6:30 p.m.Police said a preliminary investigation revealed the striking vehicle was headed northbound on State Highway 32 "at an extremely high rate of speed." The second vehicle was attempting a left turn onto Larson Street and was struck on the passenger side.Both vehicles sustained severe damage -- with the striking vehicle also hitting a telephone pole, and then catching on fire.The driver and passenger of the striking vehicle sustained minor injuries.The operator of the second vehicle, a 20-year-old woman from the Racine area, suffered severe injuries, but they're not believed to be life-threatening.The 54-year-old Racine man who was driving the striking vehicle was arrested after he was medically cleared on charges of first degree recklessly endangering safety and OWI causing injury/great bodily harm.
Police: 30-year-old man stabbed while trying to break up fight at tavern
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 30-year-old Racine man is recovering from wounds suffered after being stabbed early on Monday, May 29th.Mount Pleasant police say they were dispatched to a tavern at Durand and Ashland around 12: 45 a.m. Monday in reference a person that had been stabbed.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 30-year-old Racine man is recovering from wounds suffered after being stabbed early on Monday, May 29th.Mount Pleasant police say they were dispatched to a tavern at Durand and Ashland around 12: 45 a.m. Monday in reference a person that had been stabbed.
Illinois man arrested for OWI, driving without a license, insurance after chain-reaction hit-and-run
MOUNT PLEASANT -- An Illinois man has been arrested, accused of OWI in connection with a hit-and-run crash that happened Wednesday morning, May 24th in Mount Pleasant.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- An Illinois man has been arrested, accused of OWI in connection with a hit-and-run crash that happened Wednesday morning, May 24th in Mount Pleasant.
Racine Zoo events in May
RACINE -- Beth Heidorn and Paul Miller with the Racine Zoo visited the WakeUp studio with details on exciting events taking place in May of 2017.For more on the Racine Zoo events, CLICK HERE.
RACINE -- Beth Heidorn and Paul Miller with the Racine Zoo visited the WakeUp studio with details on exciting events taking place in May of 2017.For more on the Racine Zoo events, CLICK HERE.
Caledonia police seek Cousins Subs armed robbery suspect who left gun at scene
RACINE COUNTY -- Caledonia police are searching for a suspect in connection to an armed robbery that took place at Cousins Subs located on Douglas Avenue in the Village of Caledonia.
RACINE COUNTY -- Caledonia police are searching for a suspect in connection to an armed robbery that took place at Cousins Subs located on Douglas Avenue in the Village of Caledonia.
Happy birthday: TWIN baby tamarins, born at the Racine Zoo, turn ONE!
RACINE -- TWIN baby tamarins, born at the Racine Zoo, turned ONE on Tuesday, April 18th!Avril and Francois weighed in at 1.4 and 1.7 ounces each at birth.Emperor tamarins are primates known for their small size and signature long, white mustaches.Elizabeth Heidorn, executive director of the Racine Zoo said the following in a news release after their birth:
RACINE -- TWIN baby tamarins, born at the Racine Zoo, turned ONE on Tuesday, April 18th!Avril and Francois weighed in at 1.4 and 1.7 ounces each at birth.Emperor tamarins are primates known for their small size and signature long, white mustaches.Elizabeth Heidorn, executive director of the Racine Zoo said the following in a news release after their birth:
Missouri man accused of carrying concealed weapon after officers spotted him driving at 100mph+
RACINE COUNTY -- A Missouri man is facing charges after Mount Pleasant police said he was pulled over Monday morning, April 10th after he was spotted driving at speeds in excess of 100 miles-per-hour.
RACINE COUNTY -- A Missouri man is facing charges after Mount Pleasant police said he was pulled over Monday morning, April 10th after he was spotted driving at speeds in excess of 100 miles-per-hour.
Recognize her? Mount Pleasant police seek suspect after Tri City bank robbery
MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant police have shared photos of a suspect in connection with a bank robbery that occurred at the Tri City National Bank within the Pick 'n Save store on N.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant police have shared photos of a suspect in connection with a bank robbery that occurred at the Tri City National Bank within the Pick 'n Save store on N.
7-year-old boy hurt after being struck by vehicle in parking lot in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A seven-year-old boy suffered a severe non-life threatening injury after being struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Dick's Sporting Goods store located on Green Bay Road in Mount Pleasant.According to police, witnesses stated the child ran into the lot ahead of his father who was trying to get him to stop.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- A seven-year-old boy suffered a severe non-life threatening injury after being struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Dick's Sporting Goods store located on Green Bay Road in Mount Pleasant.According to police, witnesses stated the child ran into the lot ahead of his father who was trying to get him to stop.
Racine town hall urges Speaker Ryan to block moves by President Trump
RACINE -- Several groups came together to host a town hall in Racine on Saturday, April 1st urging House Speaker Paul Ryan to block moves by President Donald Trump.Voces de la Frontera, national day laborer organizing network and the Fair Immigration Reform Movement put together the event.
RACINE -- Several groups came together to host a town hall in Racine on Saturday, April 1st urging House Speaker Paul Ryan to block moves by President Donald Trump.Voces de la Frontera, national day laborer organizing network and the Fair Immigration Reform Movement put together the event.
BUSTED by her own 4-year-old; mother accused of shooting at ex-boyfriend with girl in backseat
RACINE -- A 27-year-old Racine mother is facing attempted first-degree intentional homicide charges after she allegedly chased her ex-boyfriend in a vehicle while reportedly drunk, and shot at him -- with her four-year-old daughter in the vehicle.
RACINE -- A 27-year-old Racine mother is facing attempted first-degree intentional homicide charges after she allegedly chased her ex-boyfriend in a vehicle while reportedly drunk, and shot at him -- with her four-year-old daughter in the vehicle.