Racine Farmers Market on the Lake opens May 9 at Festival Park

The new Racine Farmers Market on the Lake launches Saturday, May 9, bringing local farmers, artisans, food, music, and community together every Saturday at Festival Park.

$2M bond set for Kenosha man accused of killing estranged wife
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A Kenosha County judge set cash bond at $2 million for Marckus Plaza, charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the stabbing death of his estranged wife.

Milwaukee police chase; man charged after I-43 squad rollover, shooting

Ashanti Travers Jr. faces charges after a high-speed I-43 pursuit in Milwaukee that ended in a squad rollover injuring two officers, with prosecutors saying he was also involved in a shooting days earlier.

Port Washington data centers; referendum targets future developments

Port Washington voters are weighing a referendum requiring approval for future TIF districts after controversy surrounding a proposed $15 billion data center project.

Milwaukee addresses grocers, pharmacies leaving city with new legislation
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A Milwaukee committee advanced an ordinance requiring grocers and pharmacies to provide a 60-day written notice before closing to allow the city time to intervene.

Milwaukee Public Schools cuts; teachers union calls them "chaotic"
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It is budget season, and with that comes cuts at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). The Milwaukee teachers union calls those cuts chaotic. 

Kenosha homicide; $2M bond set for man accused of killing estranged wife

A Kenosha County judge set on Monday, April 6, cash bond at $2 million for a Kenosha man accused of killing his estranged wife. That defendant is Marckus Plaza.

Milwaukee Public Schools cuts; teachers union calls them 'chaotic'

Milwaukee Public Schools approved cuts impacting roughly 200 jobs to address a $46 million shortfall as the teachers union called for a special meeting to reverse cuts to frontline staff, requesting a pause on the budget process.

Milwaukee addresses grocers, pharmacies leaving city with new legislation

A City of Milwaukee committee advanced legislation on Monday, April 6, to tackle the growing issue of grocers and pharmacies closing in the city.

Milwaukee County Judge Dugan new trial, acquittal request denied

A request by former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan and her defense team for a new trial and an acquittal in her case was denied by Federal Judge Lynn Adelman on Monday, April 6.

Town of Osceola rollover crash; medical incident caused driver to veer

The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office is investigating a rollover crash that happened in the Township of Osceola on Monday, April 6.

Fire breaks out in HVAC unit at Potawatomi Casino Hotel; casino to reopen

A fire started atop the roof of a building connected to Potawatomi Casino Hotel, creating a massive plume of smoke on Monday, April 6.

Busias XOXO Boutique Bakery in Racine
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Owner Amy Valukas introduces Busias XOXO Boutique Bakery and shares how the shop blends old-world Polish recipes with modern small-batch baking. Amy highlights bakery favorites like kolaczki, paczki, and Polish cheese torte that bring a taste of family tradition to downtown Racine.

Pius XI sophomore succeeds in multiple sports
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Trying to keep up with her older siblings inspired Pius XI sophomore Vonna Shill to take part in multiple sports – from the court to the rink.

Milwaukee County Transit System contactless payments launched

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Monday, April 6, the launch of a new contactless payment option that allows riders to pay their fare using a credit card, debit card, smartphone, or smartwatch.

Pius XI sophomore succeeds in multiple sports; from court to rink

Trying to keep up with her older siblings inspired Pius XI sophomore Vonna Shill to take part in multiple sports – from the court to the rink.