The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued a recall and a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory for health departments due to high lead levels in certain applesauce products. Ongoing investigation An investigation is ongoing researching the potential link between high blood lead levels (BLLs) […]
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Virtual meeting to discuss new permit for We Energies Generating Station in Oak Creek on Nov. 20
MILWAUKEE COUNTY — On Nov. 20, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a virtual meeting to discuss a proposed modification to the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit for the We Energies Generating Station in Oak Creek. The virtual meeting will discuss the potential authorization of a new wastewater treatment system on Elm […]
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Caledonia announces zip code modifications to 4 additional codes
CALEDONIA — Some residents and businesses will now have the opportunity to include the village name in their addresses. The zip codes 53402, 53404, 53405 and 53406 are now officially associated with the Village of Caledonia. The Caledonia Police Department made the announcement on Thursday. Previously, those zip codes were associated only with Racine by […]
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Public meeting to consider roundabouts on 4, 5 Mile Roads on Sept. 19
CALEDONIA — A public meeting is set to discuss the WIS 38 improvement project involving roundabouts at intersections with a high rate of crashes on Sept. 19. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will host the public involvement meeting. Traffic speed is reduced to 45 mph and this flashing yellow signal is in place to […]
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Racine Police issue Sex Offender Information Bulletin, release date Sept. 15, 2023
RACINE — The following Sex Offender Information Bulletin was released by the Racine Police Department and has been posted in its entirety without alteration: The Racine Police Department, in cooperation with the Division of Community Corrections, is releasing the following information pursuant to Wisconsin State Statutes 301.46(2m) which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the […]
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DNR: Avoid all outdoor burning this Labor Day weekend
SOUTHERN, CENTRAL Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to stay vigilant and avoid all outdoor burning this Labor Day weekend. The request comes due to elevated fire danger across southern and central Wisconsin. This includes campfires. Spike in wildfires Fireworks are a must-have for many at various celebrations. […]
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North, Zoo Beaches closed due to high waves and strong currents on Aug. 22
RACINE — North and Zoo Beaches are currently closed for Aug. 22. The closure comes from the City of Racine Public Health Department. The closure is due to high waves and strong currents at North and Zoo Beaches. Screenshot of the City of Racine’s Interactive Beach Map – Interactive Beach Map Daily water conditions at […]
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Racine Police issue Sex Offender Information Bulletin, release date Aug. 22, 2023
RACINE — The following Sex Offender Information Bulletin was released by the Racine Police Department and has been posted in its entirety without alteration: The Racine Police Department, in cooperation with the Division of Community Corrections, is releasing the following information pursuant to Wisconsin State Statutes 301.46(2m) which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the […]
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Michael Endsley passes away, flags ordered to half-staff on July 22 to honor Former State Representative
MADISON — Michael Endsley, former Wisconsin State Representative, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2023, at 61 years old. Due to the death of this former government official, Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #207 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on July 22, […]
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Following return of Koloski’s remains from World War II, flags fly at half-staff today
MADISON — Flags in Wisconsin will fly at half-staff on Friday, June 30 in honor of Private First Class Clinton P. Koloski, who lost his life conducting combat patrol near Obermuhlthal, France, during World War II. The soldier is originally from City Point, Wis. He was 21 years old at the time of his death. The remains were identified and returned […]
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Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week: statewide tornado drills set for April 20
RACINE COUNTY— Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week is taking place now through April 21. This week aims to inform and prepare the community about tornados and severe weather. According to Racine County, to coincide with the statewide tornado drill, outdoor warning sirens in Racine County will be activated on Thursday, April 20, at 1:45 […]
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Class I voluntary recall: 16-oz. smoked beef heart pieces from Hansen Meat Service in Franksville
MADISON — A class I voluntary recall has been issued for smoked beef heart pieces manufactured by Hansen Meat Service in Franksville, Wis. and sold in their retail store. Included in this voluntary recall are products that were purchased on or before Dec. 27, 2022. All products were sold in 16-oz. containers carrying a mark […]
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Public Service Commission extends public comment window for WE Energies rate increase
Customers affected by a potential 13%-rate increase hike proposed by WE Energies will have a few extra days to voice their concerns. The Wisconsin Public Service Commission on Tuesday agreed to extend the public comment portion on the rate increase through Monday, Nov. 14. The comment period had been scheduled to end Monday at 5 […]
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Bob Evans Farms Inc. Recalls Pork Sausage Product Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
Bob Evans Farms, Inc. (“Bob Evans”), a Xenia, Ohio establishment, is recalling approximately 4,200 pounds of pork sausage product that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically thin blue rubber, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Thursday. The raw, pork sausage item was produced on December 17, 2020. […]
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PSA From Racine County Sheriff Schmaling and County Executive Delegrave
Hello, I am Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling. County Executive Jonathan Delegrave and I have been working diligently to ensure that all essential needs are met for Racine County Citizens. Please remember, your safety and health will always be our number one priority. The recent “Safer at Home Order” is unprecedented and has created some […]