Racine native Zachary Scot Johnson embarks on epic music project
RACINE (WITI) -- Have you ever done something 981 days in a row?
RACINE (WITI) -- Have you ever done something 981 days in a row?
Yacht stolen from Milwaukee boat yard turns up... in Racine County
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 45-foot yacht that had been stolen from a Milwaukee boat yard last weekend has turned up in Racine County.Officials tell FOX6 News a Racine County sheriff's deputy came across the abandoned yacht just after 3:30 a.m. Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 45-foot yacht that had been stolen from a Milwaukee boat yard last weekend has turned up in Racine County.Officials tell FOX6 News a Racine County sheriff's deputy came across the abandoned yacht just after 3:30 a.m. Tuesday.
Six months later, mother of girl shot in the head astounded she's doing so well, dismayed no one's in custody
RACINE (WITI) -- It has been six months since four-year-old Ja'Nyela Marsh-Highshaw was shot in the head while sitting in an SUV parked in Racine.
RACINE (WITI) -- It has been six months since four-year-old Ja'Nyela Marsh-Highshaw was shot in the head while sitting in an SUV parked in Racine.
Located: Police say 16-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome found safe
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say 16-year-old Daniel Brunson has been located SAFE in Kenosha County.Brunson was reported missing in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday -- and there was concern because Brunson has Asperger's syndrome.On Wednesday morning, an alert citizen called Kenosha police after spotting Brunson near the Piggly Wiggly store in the 2800 block of 14th Place in Kenosha.Kenosha police responded and found Brunson.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say 16-year-old Daniel Brunson has been located SAFE in Kenosha County.Brunson was reported missing in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday -- and there was concern because Brunson has Asperger's syndrome.On Wednesday morning, an alert citizen called Kenosha police after spotting Brunson near the Piggly Wiggly store in the 2800 block of 14th Place in Kenosha.Kenosha police responded and found Brunson.
Police arrest Racine man, accused of pointing pellet pistol at woman, threatening to "shoot her"
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say a 40-year-old man was arrested Sunday, May 3rd after police say he pointed a pistol at a woman and threatened to "shoot her."Shortly before 8:00 p.m. Sunday, police were called out to the 2200 block of Mead Street for a report that a man had pointed a pistol at a woman in a "threatening manner." The man was seen trying to stash the weapon after the confrontation, police say.The woman reported the man told her he was going to "shoot her."The 40-year-old Racine man was detained -- and police recovered a semi-automatic pellet pistol.Police say the man had a strong odor of intoxicants coming from his person at the time officers made contact with him.He was taken to the hospital for medical clearance, and then taken to jail on charges of second degree recklessly endangering safety and disorderly conduct while armed.This case has been referred to the Racine County District Attorney's Office for charges.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say a 40-year-old man was arrested Sunday, May 3rd after police say he pointed a pistol at a woman and threatened to "shoot her."Shortly before 8:00 p.m. Sunday, police were called out to the 2200 block of Mead Street for a report that a man had pointed a pistol at a woman in a "threatening manner." The man was seen trying to stash the weapon after the confrontation, police say.The woman reported the man told her he was going to "shoot her."The 40-year-old Racine man was detained -- and police recovered a semi-automatic pellet pistol.Police say the man had a strong odor of intoxicants coming from his person at the time officers made contact with him.He was taken to the hospital for medical clearance, and then taken to jail on charges of second degree recklessly endangering safety and disorderly conduct while armed.This case has been referred to the Racine County District Attorney's Office for charges.
65 employees to be affected by closure of Pick 'n Save store in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- Approximately 65 employees will be affected by the closure of the Pick 'n Save store on Rapids Drive in Racine.The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has received a Wisconsin Business Closing and Mass Layoff (WARN) notice regarding the store -- located at 2210 Rapids Drive in Racine.
RACINE (WITI) -- Approximately 65 employees will be affected by the closure of the Pick 'n Save store on Rapids Drive in Racine.The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has received a Wisconsin Business Closing and Mass Layoff (WARN) notice regarding the store -- located at 2210 Rapids Drive in Racine.
Massive drug bust: More than 44 face serious charges, "will we have to do this again? Yes we will"
KENOSHA/RACINE COUNTIES (WITI) -- More than 44 people face serious drug charges after a raid that covered Racine and Kenosha counties.
KENOSHA/RACINE COUNTIES (WITI) -- More than 44 people face serious drug charges after a raid that covered Racine and Kenosha counties.
One greenhouse destroyed, three others damaged by fire in Burlington
BURLINGTON (WITI) -- Firefighters in Racine County were called out to an early morning fire at a greenhouse Tuesday, April 28th.It happened near Burlington a little after 4:00 a.m.Several departments responded to the scene.One greenhouse was destroyed, and three others were damaged.
BURLINGTON (WITI) -- Firefighters in Racine County were called out to an early morning fire at a greenhouse Tuesday, April 28th.It happened near Burlington a little after 4:00 a.m.Several departments responded to the scene.One greenhouse was destroyed, and three others were damaged.
Kenosha police help Mount Pleasant police apprehend retail theft suspects
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Three people have been taken into custody in connection with a retail theft incident that occurred in Mount Pleasant.Mount Pleasant police tell FOX6 News they were dispatched to the Walmart on S.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Three people have been taken into custody in connection with a retail theft incident that occurred in Mount Pleasant.Mount Pleasant police tell FOX6 News they were dispatched to the Walmart on S.
Homeowners, be vigilant: Mount Pleasant police have six home burglary reports since April 3rd
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say they've handled six burglary reports since April 3rd -- five of them involving homes that were occupied at the time of the crime.Police say these incidents have happened in the early morning hours.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say they've handled six burglary reports since April 3rd -- five of them involving homes that were occupied at the time of the crime.Police say these incidents have happened in the early morning hours.
Police: Child suffers serious injuries after he was hit by a car in Caledonia
CALEDONIA (WITI) -- Caledonia police say a seven-year-old child was struck by a vehicle and injured on Sunday evening, April 12th.It happened just before 6:00 p.m. in the 5000 block of Candlelight Drive in the Village of Caledonia.Police say the child was riding on a razor scooter on a residential street.
CALEDONIA (WITI) -- Caledonia police say a seven-year-old child was struck by a vehicle and injured on Sunday evening, April 12th.It happened just before 6:00 p.m. in the 5000 block of Candlelight Drive in the Village of Caledonia.Police say the child was riding on a razor scooter on a residential street.
Racine man, concealed carry permit holder arrested, accused of pointing his gun at a car wash
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A Racine man was arrested on several charges after a 911 caller reported he pointed a gun while at a car wash on Regency West Drive.It happened on Saturday, April 11th shortly before noon at the Regency West Car Wash.Officers arrived and spoke with the 911 caller who reported he was washing his car with his two young children when a 37-year-old Racine man drove into the parking lot at a high rate of speed.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A Racine man was arrested on several charges after a 911 caller reported he pointed a gun while at a car wash on Regency West Drive.It happened on Saturday, April 11th shortly before noon at the Regency West Car Wash.Officers arrived and spoke with the 911 caller who reported he was washing his car with his two young children when a 37-year-old Racine man drove into the parking lot at a high rate of speed.
Busted: Police arrest Michigan man at Mount Pleasant gas station, in possession of 51 grams of marijuana
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police arrested a Michigan man at a gas station after he was found to be in possession of 51 grams of marijuana.On Saturday, April 11th, just before 9:30 a.m., dispatchers got a call regarding a suspicious man at the Kwik Trip gas station on SE Frontage Road.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police arrested a Michigan man at a gas station after he was found to be in possession of 51 grams of marijuana.On Saturday, April 11th, just before 9:30 a.m., dispatchers got a call regarding a suspicious man at the Kwik Trip gas station on SE Frontage Road.
After nationwide search, Racine Zoo appoints new Executive Director
RACINE (WITI) -- The Racine Zoological Society is pleased to announce the selection of Elizabeth Heidorn to the position of Executive Director starting Monday, April 6.Heidorn replaces Jay R.
RACINE (WITI) -- The Racine Zoological Society is pleased to announce the selection of Elizabeth Heidorn to the position of Executive Director starting Monday, April 6.Heidorn replaces Jay R.
Guilty: Jury convicts Sedric Anderson on 12 charges in shots fired incident during attempted robbery
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Accused of firing shots at a vehicle during an attempted robbery in Racine, 32-year-old Sedric Anderson was found guilty by a jury on 12 criminal charges in connection with the incident that occurred in May of 2013.Anderson has now been convicted of the following charges:
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Accused of firing shots at a vehicle during an attempted robbery in Racine, 32-year-old Sedric Anderson was found guilty by a jury on 12 criminal charges in connection with the incident that occurred in May of 2013.Anderson has now been convicted of the following charges:
Three young Racine men accused of breaking into home so they could "socialize, drink and run around"
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Three young men have been criminally charged, accused of breaking into a Mount Pleasant home under construction so that they could "socialize, drink and run around." One of the men was out on bail at the time of the crime.Those charged include:20-year-old Tyler Cecconie of Racine-criminal damage to property as party to a crime-misdemeanor bail jumping (three counts)-disorderly conduct-obstructing an officer20-year-old Hayden Gonzalez of Racine-criminal damage to property as party to a crime-disorderly conduct-obstructing an officer18-year-old Charles Sytsma of Racine-obstructing an officer (repeater)-criminal damage to property as party to a crime (repeater)-disorderly conduct (repeater)On Tuesday, March 31st, Mount Pleasant police responded to the 2100 block of Gala Drive for a report of individuals causing damage to a home under construction in the area.Police spoke with a witness who said she was driving past the home when she saw a male walking towards the front door.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Three young men have been criminally charged, accused of breaking into a Mount Pleasant home under construction so that they could "socialize, drink and run around." One of the men was out on bail at the time of the crime.Those charged include:20-year-old Tyler Cecconie of Racine-criminal damage to property as party to a crime-misdemeanor bail jumping (three counts)-disorderly conduct-obstructing an officer20-year-old Hayden Gonzalez of Racine-criminal damage to property as party to a crime-disorderly conduct-obstructing an officer18-year-old Charles Sytsma of Racine-obstructing an officer (repeater)-criminal damage to property as party to a crime (repeater)-disorderly conduct (repeater)On Tuesday, March 31st, Mount Pleasant police responded to the 2100 block of Gala Drive for a report of individuals causing damage to a home under construction in the area.Police spoke with a witness who said she was driving past the home when she saw a male walking towards the front door.
Charged: 27-year-old Racine woman accused of assaulting another woman "for no apparent reason"
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A 27-year-old Racine woman has been criminally charged in connection with an assault that occurred in the Lake Park neighborhood in Mount Pleasant early Wednesday morning, April 1st.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A 27-year-old Racine woman has been criminally charged in connection with an assault that occurred in the Lake Park neighborhood in Mount Pleasant early Wednesday morning, April 1st.
Charged: Texas men accused of theft at Mount Pleasant Best Buy; busted at Menomonee Falls Best Buy
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Three Texas men are criminally charged, accused of stealing video game items from a Best Buy store in Mount Pleasant, and they were arrested at a Best Buy in Menomonee Falls.The following men each face a felony charge of retail theft, intentionally taking more than $500 to $5,000 as party to a crime:
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Three Texas men are criminally charged, accused of stealing video game items from a Best Buy store in Mount Pleasant, and they were arrested at a Best Buy in Menomonee Falls.The following men each face a felony charge of retail theft, intentionally taking more than $500 to $5,000 as party to a crime:
Sentenced: Former Racine police officer to serve time in prison for Walmart armed robbery
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- A former Racine police officer charged in an armed robbery that occurred at a Walmart store in Mount Pleasant has been sentenced in the case against him.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- A former Racine police officer charged in an armed robbery that occurred at a Walmart store in Mount Pleasant has been sentenced in the case against him.
He seemingly confessed to the murder of his roommate on Facebook, but Jacob Rogers pleads not guilty
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- He seemingly confessed to the crime on Facebook -- but in court on Wednesday, March 25th, 27-year-old Jacob Rogers pleaded not guilty in the murder of his roommate, 27-year-old Andrew Jones.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- He seemingly confessed to the crime on Facebook -- but in court on Wednesday, March 25th, 27-year-old Jacob Rogers pleaded not guilty in the murder of his roommate, 27-year-old Andrew Jones.