Early dismissal at Racine Unified School District due to snowfall
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Conditions on the roads in Racine County were slushy, slippery and downright dangerous as heavy snow fell in the area on Tuesday, March 5th.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- Conditions on the roads in Racine County were slushy, slippery and downright dangerous as heavy snow fell in the area on Tuesday, March 5th.
Racine County seeing nearly two inches of snow, wet roadways
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- Another round of snow is sweeping across southeast Wisconsin Tuesday, March 5th.
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- Another round of snow is sweeping across southeast Wisconsin Tuesday, March 5th.
20-year-old man charged for disorderly conduct during OWI stop
KENOSHA (WITI) -- 20-year-old Raul Herrera of Kenosha has been chargedHerrera faces charges of: throwing or discharging bodily fluids at a public safety worker, obstructing an officer and disorderly conduct.The criminal complaint in the case indicates Herrera was stopped on I-94 SB in Racine County for an OWI.The criminal complaint states an officer observed Herrera step out of his vehicle and become agitated, asking for his cell phone and stating: "I'm 20 years old and you're treating me wrong." An officer observed a strong smell of intoxicants coming from Herrera.The criminal complaint says Herrera called one of the officers a racial slur, before he was placed in handcuffs and put into a squad car.The criminal complaint states Herrera blew a .230, and admitted to officers he was drinking and "smoked a blunt" on the way home.Officers then decided to transport Herrera to jail for disorderly conduct, and at that time, the criminal complaint indicates Herrera began pounding his handcuffs on the passenger side window and when an officer tried to restrain him, the criminal complaint states Herrera began to struggle.The criminal complaint says Herrera continued to resist, and later spit directly at an officer.Herrera then began slamming his head on the cage of the squad until a cut opened up on his forehead -- according to the complaint.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- 20-year-old Raul Herrera of Kenosha has been chargedHerrera faces charges of: throwing or discharging bodily fluids at a public safety worker, obstructing an officer and disorderly conduct.The criminal complaint in the case indicates Herrera was stopped on I-94 SB in Racine County for an OWI.The criminal complaint states an officer observed Herrera step out of his vehicle and become agitated, asking for his cell phone and stating: "I'm 20 years old and you're treating me wrong." An officer observed a strong smell of intoxicants coming from Herrera.The criminal complaint says Herrera called one of the officers a racial slur, before he was placed in handcuffs and put into a squad car.The criminal complaint states Herrera blew a .230, and admitted to officers he was drinking and "smoked a blunt" on the way home.Officers then decided to transport Herrera to jail for disorderly conduct, and at that time, the criminal complaint indicates Herrera began pounding his handcuffs on the passenger side window and when an officer tried to restrain him, the criminal complaint states Herrera began to struggle.The criminal complaint says Herrera continued to resist, and later spit directly at an officer.Herrera then began slamming his head on the cage of the squad until a cut opened up on his forehead -- according to the complaint.
Racine Zoo visits Wake Up
The Racine Zoo is celebrating 90 years!
The Racine Zoo is celebrating 90 years!
Snow falling steadily, wind blowing in Racine County
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- FOX6's Henry Rosoff was stationed in Racine County as the snow fell quickly Tuesday afternoon and evening.As FOX6's crew headed from FOX6's Brown Deer studios down to Racine County, visibility quickly deteriorated due to the falling snow and high winds.The news crew also spotted at least one car in the ditch -- along Highway 20 -- about a mile east of I-94.Truck driver Daniel McCann was gearing up to head home on Tuesday evening."You just got to take your time.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- FOX6's Henry Rosoff was stationed in Racine County as the snow fell quickly Tuesday afternoon and evening.As FOX6's crew headed from FOX6's Brown Deer studios down to Racine County, visibility quickly deteriorated due to the falling snow and high winds.The news crew also spotted at least one car in the ditch -- along Highway 20 -- about a mile east of I-94.Truck driver Daniel McCann was gearing up to head home on Tuesday evening."You just got to take your time.
$5,000 reward offered in connection to Racine arson
RACINE (WITI) -- Authorities hope $5,000 is enough to buy answers.
RACINE (WITI) -- Authorities hope $5,000 is enough to buy answers.
Proposed ordinance in Racine dealing with sex offenders
RACINE (WITI) -- Alderwoman Molly Hall proposed an ordinance that limits where sex offenders can live.
RACINE (WITI) -- Alderwoman Molly Hall proposed an ordinance that limits where sex offenders can live.
Joseph Guerrero charged with death of Bianca Vite
RACINE (WITI) -- 36-year-old Joseph Guerrero faces multiple charges in connection with the death of 21-year-old Bianca Vite of Pleasant Prairie in December 2012.Guerrero was charged on Friday, February 15th with first-degree intentional homicide, arson and mutilating a corpse.
RACINE (WITI) -- 36-year-old Joseph Guerrero faces multiple charges in connection with the death of 21-year-old Bianca Vite of Pleasant Prairie in December 2012.Guerrero was charged on Friday, February 15th with first-degree intentional homicide, arson and mutilating a corpse.
After state's mistake, sex offender Michael Fink to be placed in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- Michael Fink, a convicted sex offender has officially been placed in the Racine community.
RACINE (WITI) -- Michael Fink, a convicted sex offender has officially been placed in the Racine community.
Racine man faces several charges after search warrant executed
RACINE (WITI) -- 23-year-old Ignacio Ramirez Jr.
RACINE (WITI) -- 23-year-old Ignacio Ramirez Jr.
Crews to begin pothole repair Tuesday on I-94 in Racine County
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- Drivers on I-94 in Racine County are finding plenty of potholes -- and crews are working to get these potholes repaired."Oh, you can see them all over the place!
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- Drivers on I-94 in Racine County are finding plenty of potholes -- and crews are working to get these potholes repaired."Oh, you can see them all over the place!
Racine woman fights to keep sex offenders out of her neighborhood
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- In a few days, a Racine County Court will release exactly where a convicted sex offender will be placed.Originally, 44 year-old Michael Fink was placed in a home just around the corner from one of his victims.
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- In a few days, a Racine County Court will release exactly where a convicted sex offender will be placed.Originally, 44 year-old Michael Fink was placed in a home just around the corner from one of his victims.
Where in Racine Co. will court place sex offender?
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- In the coming days, a Racine County court will make it public.
RACINE CO. (WITI) -- In the coming days, a Racine County court will make it public.
Massie sentenced to four years prison for officer attack
RACINE (WITI) -- A Racine County judge sentenced 29-year-old Shamikia Massie to four years in prison plus five years of extended supervision on Friday afternoon, February 8th.Massie was accused of trying to kill a police officer by swinging a butcher knife at him in April 2012.The criminal complaint in this case says police were called to the woman’s apartment in April.
RACINE (WITI) -- A Racine County judge sentenced 29-year-old Shamikia Massie to four years in prison plus five years of extended supervision on Friday afternoon, February 8th.Massie was accused of trying to kill a police officer by swinging a butcher knife at him in April 2012.The criminal complaint in this case says police were called to the woman’s apartment in April.
Racine dodges another snow storm, saves money
RACINE (WITI) -- The city of Racine has yet to get hit with a significant snowfall this season.
RACINE (WITI) -- The city of Racine has yet to get hit with a significant snowfall this season.
Racine County crews prepare to plow first snow of the season
RACINE (WITI) -- Crews with the Racine Dept.
RACINE (WITI) -- Crews with the Racine Dept.
Suspect wanted in Racine woman's murder now in custody
RACINE (WITI) — 44-year-old Lucinda White of Racine has died after being shot multiple times late on Wednesday, January 16th.
RACINE (WITI) — 44-year-old Lucinda White of Racine has died after being shot multiple times late on Wednesday, January 16th.
Release of sexually violent man creates controversy in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- 44-year-old Michael Fink, a man committed as a sexually violent person was set to be released into the Racine community, and was set to reside in a home on Lathrop in Racine that the state has leased.
RACINE (WITI) -- 44-year-old Michael Fink, a man committed as a sexually violent person was set to be released into the Racine community, and was set to reside in a home on Lathrop in Racine that the state has leased.
Racine officials seeking help regarding stolen catch basin covers
RACINE -- The Racine Police Department is warning residents to watch out for suspicious activity following a string of thefts regarding catch basin covers.
RACINE -- The Racine Police Department is warning residents to watch out for suspicious activity following a string of thefts regarding catch basin covers.
45-year-old Racine man charged with attempted first-degree homicide
RACINE -- 45-year-old Raymond Moore of Racine has been charged with attempted first-degree intentional homicide (use of a dangerous weapon) and obstructing an officer.
RACINE -- 45-year-old Raymond Moore of Racine has been charged with attempted first-degree intentional homicide (use of a dangerous weapon) and obstructing an officer.