RUSD extends winter break; COVID cited as cause

The Racine Unified School District is extending its winter break due to the "ongoing nature" of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Snow emergencies in southeast Wisconsin for 1st storm of 2022

The first winter storm of 2022 is prompting communities in southeast Wisconsin to take action ahead of the snow.

Winter storm warning for 3 counties through Sunday morning

The National Weather Service has now issued a winter storm warning for Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha counties to be in effect from noon on Saturday, Jan. 1 through 6 a.m. on Sunday.

Missing Racine man found safe: police

Charles Hitchcock, reported missing Tuesday, Dec. 28, was found safe later that same day, Racine police said.

Rochester man found safe, sheriff's office says

The Racine County Sheriff's Office said John Egan, last seen walking away from his Rochester group home on Christmas morning, has been found safe.

Christmas Eve pursuit, Chicago men arrested in Franklin

Two Chicago men were arrested on Christmas Eve after leading law enforcement on a pursuit from Racine County into Franklin, officials said.

Caledonia Jellystone dog theft, Bruno home

An update to the story involving a woman whose SUV and dog were stolen in Caledonia: "Bruno" the Boston Terrier is back home.

Caledonia Jellystone dog theft, Bruno home
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An update to the story involving a woman whose SUV and dog were stolen in Caledonia: "Bruno" the Boston Terrier is back home.

Sturtevant couple faces drug charges, accused of dealing meth

The Racine County Sheriff's Office arrested two persons in Sturtevant on Sunday, Dec. 19 who officials say are expected to face multiple drug charges.

Jellystone Park Caledonia dog, SUV theft, $4K reward
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An SUV theft at Caledonia's Jellystone light display has left a family without Bruno, their 11-month-old Boston Terrier. The Land Rover was found in Milwaukee Monday, but there's been no sign of the pup.

Jellystone Park Caledonia dog, SUV theft, $4K reward

An SUV theft at Caledonia's Jellystone light display has left a family without Bruno, their 11-month-old Boston Terrier. The Land Rover was found in Milwaukee Monday, but there's been no sign of the pup.

3 Racine schools virtual due to power outages

Due to power outages, three Racine public schools have transitioned to virtual learning for Thursday, Dec. 16.

COVID testing, Racine's Festival Hall continues through Jan. 6

National Guard COVID-19 testing will continue at Racine's Festival Hall through Thursday, Jan. 6, Racine Public Health Administrator Dottie-Kay Bowersox announced on Wednesday, Dec. 15.

Racine County: Fiery crash injures 2
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The Racine County deputies responded to a single-car crash on I-41 near the town of Raymond shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, they found the vehicle completely engulfed in flames.

Racine County: Fiery crash injures 2

The Racine County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a single-car crash on I-41 near the town of Raymond shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, they found the vehicle completely engulfed in flames.

Racine County child sex assault, man charged

A Racine County man is charged with repeated sexual assault of a child. He had a warrant for his arrest under a different name in Colorado.

Racine installing Underground Railroad historical markers downtown

Racine held a dedication ceremony for historical markers that will be installed indicating significant sites of the Underground Railroad.

Racine undercover police officer impersonator gets prison time

A Racine man, charged with multiple counts related to impersonality an undercover officer, was sentenced to two years in prison on Dec. 6.