Six people hurt in rollover crash in Racine County
RACINE (WITI) -- Six people, including four children, were hurt in a rollover crash on E.
RACINE (WITI) -- Six people, including four children, were hurt in a rollover crash on E.
Mount Pleasant officer shoots pit bull, recovers drug paraphernalia
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A Mount Pleasant police officer shot and killed a pit bull that appeared aggressive and advanced on another officer late Friday, October 11th.Officers were called to a home on Sheridan road shortly after 11 p.m. Friday for a report of a loose dog (pit bull).
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- A Mount Pleasant police officer shot and killed a pit bull that appeared aggressive and advanced on another officer late Friday, October 11th.Officers were called to a home on Sheridan road shortly after 11 p.m. Friday for a report of a loose dog (pit bull).
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Racine man charged following altercation with girlfriend
RACINE (WITI) -- 24-year-old Matthew Pittsley of Racine faces several charges in connection with physical attacks on his girlfriend.Pittsley faces the following charges:
RACINE (WITI) -- 24-year-old Matthew Pittsley of Racine faces several charges in connection with physical attacks on his girlfriend.Pittsley faces the following charges:
Racine police search for man who exposed himself
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police are looking for information that could lead to the arrest of a man they say exposed himself to a young girl on Wedneseday, September 25th.The incident in question happened around 7 a.m. along the bike path of Owen Davies Park in Racine.The victim reported that she was running on the bike trail when she observed a young female, walking southbound on the bike path through the park.
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police are looking for information that could lead to the arrest of a man they say exposed himself to a young girl on Wedneseday, September 25th.The incident in question happened around 7 a.m. along the bike path of Owen Davies Park in Racine.The victim reported that she was running on the bike trail when she observed a young female, walking southbound on the bike path through the park.
Rescued reptiles heading for new home in Myrtle Beach
RACINE (WITI) -- Ten reptiles rescued from a home in Kenosha County in May are heading for a new home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.The animals include five rattlesnakes, two American alligators, one crocodile, one alligator snapping turtle, and one Gila monster.
RACINE (WITI) -- Ten reptiles rescued from a home in Kenosha County in May are heading for a new home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.The animals include five rattlesnakes, two American alligators, one crocodile, one alligator snapping turtle, and one Gila monster.
Hinson sentenced to six months in jail, cannot have pets
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- A Racine man found guilty of beating his dog to death was sentenced to six months in jail on Friday, September 13th.38-year-old Hinson pleaded no contest in June, and was found guilty of felony mistreatment of animals for allegedly beating his four-month-old pit bull to death.The court also ordered that Hinson may not own any pets or live in a home with pets.The criminal complaint in the case indicates an officer arrived at Hinson’s residence due to a call from a neighbor.
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- A Racine man found guilty of beating his dog to death was sentenced to six months in jail on Friday, September 13th.38-year-old Hinson pleaded no contest in June, and was found guilty of felony mistreatment of animals for allegedly beating his four-month-old pit bull to death.The court also ordered that Hinson may not own any pets or live in a home with pets.The criminal complaint in the case indicates an officer arrived at Hinson’s residence due to a call from a neighbor.
Sex offender registered in Racine found to be living in Caledonia
CALEDONIA (WITI) -- Officials say a registered sex offender who was supposed to be living in Racine, was found to be living in Caledonia.
CALEDONIA (WITI) -- Officials say a registered sex offender who was supposed to be living in Racine, was found to be living in Caledonia.
Graffiti vandal(s) target Racine County GOP headquarters
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Graffiti vandals have targeted the GOP headquarters in Racine County -- two months after the Republican Party moved its offices to the Racine County location.The Racine County GOP Office's Field Director, Pat Garrett found a message scrawled in black permanent marker reading: "Horrible People Work Here." In another location, the word "Criminal" was written over Gov.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Graffiti vandals have targeted the GOP headquarters in Racine County -- two months after the Republican Party moved its offices to the Racine County location.The Racine County GOP Office's Field Director, Pat Garrett found a message scrawled in black permanent marker reading: "Horrible People Work Here." In another location, the word "Criminal" was written over Gov.
Some neighbors upset over proposed rodent farm in Racine Co.
TOWN OF RAYMOND (WITI) -- A proposal for a rodent farm is causing controversy in Racine County, in the Town of Raymound.
TOWN OF RAYMOND (WITI) -- A proposal for a rodent farm is causing controversy in Racine County, in the Town of Raymound.
Racine Zoo holds 18th annual Classic Car, Truck and Bike Show
RACINE (WITI) -- You'd expect to see animals at the Racine Zoo, but on Sunday, August 18th they brought out beasts of a different kind for the 18th annual Classic Car, Truck and Bike Show."You're going to see a lot of classic cars, you're going to meet a lot of great people and besides that, you get to walk around the Racine Zoo and check out all the animals," said Chuck McVay, the owner of a 1966 Corvette.Over 4,000 visitors are expected for the event -- more than double the zoo's average Sunday attendance."Jungle" Jay Christie, President and CEO of the Racine Zoo, says guests will get a two-for-one show."It's a motivation for folks who maybe wouldn't have scheduled a trip to the zoo otherwise, because of their interest in cars," Christie explained.Those participating in the car show say they can't get enough of showing off their goods."You kind of get big-headed I guess you would say," said Will Beadles, the owner of a 1949 Chevy Pick-Up. "You get the old 'thumbs-up' and people tell you it's a nice looking vehicle and ask you a lot of questions about it and you get a chance to talk about it."With over 200 classic vehicles gracing the grounds, organizers estimate the show will raise more than $22,000 for the Racine Zoo.
RACINE (WITI) -- You'd expect to see animals at the Racine Zoo, but on Sunday, August 18th they brought out beasts of a different kind for the 18th annual Classic Car, Truck and Bike Show."You're going to see a lot of classic cars, you're going to meet a lot of great people and besides that, you get to walk around the Racine Zoo and check out all the animals," said Chuck McVay, the owner of a 1966 Corvette.Over 4,000 visitors are expected for the event -- more than double the zoo's average Sunday attendance."Jungle" Jay Christie, President and CEO of the Racine Zoo, says guests will get a two-for-one show."It's a motivation for folks who maybe wouldn't have scheduled a trip to the zoo otherwise, because of their interest in cars," Christie explained.Those participating in the car show say they can't get enough of showing off their goods."You kind of get big-headed I guess you would say," said Will Beadles, the owner of a 1949 Chevy Pick-Up. "You get the old 'thumbs-up' and people tell you it's a nice looking vehicle and ask you a lot of questions about it and you get a chance to talk about it."With over 200 classic vehicles gracing the grounds, organizers estimate the show will raise more than $22,000 for the Racine Zoo.
Classic Car Show at Racine Zoo
It's all about horsepower at the Racine Zoo this weekend and as Fox6's Justin Williams found out it's not just about the animals.
It's all about horsepower at the Racine Zoo this weekend and as Fox6's Justin Williams found out it's not just about the animals.
Mount Pleasant police seeking abduction suspect and victim
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police have issued a warrant for the arrest of 24-year-old Jonathan Harris of Kenosha following an alleged abduction and chase.
MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police have issued a warrant for the arrest of 24-year-old Jonathan Harris of Kenosha following an alleged abduction and chase.
CAPTURED: Hunt is on for Oscar Suarez, one of Wisconsin's Most Wanted
RACINE (WITI) -- U.S. Marshals are looking for 34-year-old Oscar Suarez.
RACINE (WITI) -- U.S. Marshals are looking for 34-year-old Oscar Suarez.
Racine man accused of striking police squad while driving drunk
RACINE (WITI) -- 49-year-old Michael Brown of Racine faces a charge of operating while intoxicated causing injury.
RACINE (WITI) -- 49-year-old Michael Brown of Racine faces a charge of operating while intoxicated causing injury.
Chicago man accused of scamming Racine cheerleading group
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- 26-year-old Edward Jordan of Chicago is facing charges, accused of scamming a Racine County cheerleading group.Jordan faces one count of felony theft - movable property (greater than $2,500 - $5,000), and two counts of felony theft - movable property (greater than $5,000 - $10,000).A criminal complaint in the case says Jordan was running a group called "Fierce Wisconsin All Stars Cheerleading," through which he had arranged for a cookie sale fundraiser with the assistance of parents with children involved in the group.The money raised was deposited into a TCF Bank account for the organization, which was controlled by Jordan -- according to the criminal complaint.The complaint says a parent learned via the cookie manufacturer that the check provided to them by Jordan had bounced, and thus, no cookies were to be delivered to customers -- and the people who sold the cookies were out the money.The complaint says bank records showed several withdrawals made from the account that were not for the purchase of cookies.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- 26-year-old Edward Jordan of Chicago is facing charges, accused of scamming a Racine County cheerleading group.Jordan faces one count of felony theft - movable property (greater than $2,500 - $5,000), and two counts of felony theft - movable property (greater than $5,000 - $10,000).A criminal complaint in the case says Jordan was running a group called "Fierce Wisconsin All Stars Cheerleading," through which he had arranged for a cookie sale fundraiser with the assistance of parents with children involved in the group.The money raised was deposited into a TCF Bank account for the organization, which was controlled by Jordan -- according to the criminal complaint.The complaint says a parent learned via the cookie manufacturer that the check provided to them by Jordan had bounced, and thus, no cookies were to be delivered to customers -- and the people who sold the cookies were out the money.The complaint says bank records showed several withdrawals made from the account that were not for the purchase of cookies.
Racine police need help to identify bank robbery suspect
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police are looking for your help to identify and locate a suspect who robbed a TCF Bank branch in their city on Saturday, July 20th.The woman entered the bank near 3 Mile Rd.
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine police are looking for your help to identify and locate a suspect who robbed a TCF Bank branch in their city on Saturday, July 20th.The woman entered the bank near 3 Mile Rd.
14 years later, officials in Racine still trying to I.D. "Jane Doe"
RACINE (WITI) -- It has been 14 years, and officials in Racine County are still trying to identify a woman found dead in a Raymond cornfield.Last year, Racine County Sheriff's officials released a new facial reconstruction photo of the woman.An artist from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children updated the "Jane Doe'' photo.The photo includes new details about the woman whose body was found in July 1999.According to the updated description, she had brown eyes and reddish-brown, collar-length curly hair with highlights.Other details remain the same.
RACINE (WITI) -- It has been 14 years, and officials in Racine County are still trying to identify a woman found dead in a Raymond cornfield.Last year, Racine County Sheriff's officials released a new facial reconstruction photo of the woman.An artist from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children updated the "Jane Doe'' photo.The photo includes new details about the woman whose body was found in July 1999.According to the updated description, she had brown eyes and reddish-brown, collar-length curly hair with highlights.Other details remain the same.
Group launches a gun buy-back drive to stop violence
RACINE (WITI) -- In an effort to halt gun violence across Racine, the Racine Interfaith Coalition (RIC) has launched a gun buy-back drive that will begin on Saturday, July 27th.
RACINE (WITI) -- In an effort to halt gun violence across Racine, the Racine Interfaith Coalition (RIC) has launched a gun buy-back drive that will begin on Saturday, July 27th.
Neighbors help bust meth lab in Racine home
RACINE (WITI) -- Neighbors on a quiet street in Racine helped bust a meth lab after noticing some strange happenings at a nearby home."Everybody around here looks out for one another.
RACINE (WITI) -- Neighbors on a quiet street in Racine helped bust a meth lab after noticing some strange happenings at a nearby home."Everybody around here looks out for one another.