UNION GROVE — A man was arrested for swatting after falsely reporting a kidnapping that sent law enforcement in force to a woman’s residence — where they found her safe and sound. Jimmie Minett, 57, was charged with felony swatting on the allegations he falsely reported a crime. The Wisconsin Legislature codified swatting as a […]
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Racine Police search for Little Joe Cobb: Last seen 10 p.m. Monday
RACINE — The Racine Police Department notified the public on Tuesday, March 19, that Little Joe Cobb, age 30, is missing. His mother called in the report, citing “undiagnosed mental health issues.” The department encourages the public to report his location if known. He was reported missing from 1201 Hagerer St., #2 on March 19, […]
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Resident allegedly choked after helping a friend; assailant facing 6 years prison
ROCHESTER — A helping hand offered to a friend quickly backfired last month when that friend allegedly choked the victim nearly to unconsciousness – and led to a felony charge. Nathan Derler, 36, Salem, is charged with a felony count of strangulation/suffocation that carries a maximum total prison term of six years and a $10,000 […]
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Driver asleep at the wheel facing several charges in Racine also wanted in Illinois
RACINE COUNTY — A sleeping driver in the middle of traffic attracted plenty of law enforcement attention late last year – and the incident didn’t end until the driver crashed his vehicle. And now that driver, Chartez Phillips, 26, Vienna, Ill., faces a slew of felony charges. Phillips is charged with felony counts of operating […]
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Fentanyl overdoses up, Narcan distribution increases over 10-fold; Emergency responders seek additional resources
RACINE — Inundated with fentanyl overdoses, emergency responders were before the Common Council on Wednesday to discuss the issue and outline the need for more resources. The requests included personnel and Naloxone, better known by the brand name Narcan. Josh Weber, division chief for the Racine Fire Department, recalled an effort he participated in two […]
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Serious crash Friday night sends 3 people to hospitals
KANSASVILLE — Authorities are continuing to investigate a serious two-car crash that sent three people to the hospital Friday night. According to a press release, the Kansasville Fire and Rescue Department responded to the crash just after 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Highways 142 and X in the Town of Brighton. The GMC Terrain […]
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Shooting in February leads to attempted homicide charges; Racine man facing 60 years prison
RACINE — An investigation into a shooting last month led to a felony charge for attempted first-degree intentional homicide against a 42-year-old Racine man, who now faces a possible 60 years in prison. Michael Andresen III remains in custody in the Racine County Jail on a $100,000 cash bond. Andresen III also is charged with […]
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Hit-and-run crash in February could mean over 30 years prison for Racine man
RACINE — 34-year-old Racine man, free from custody on bond in a separate felony case, now faces four new felony charges after a hit-and-run crash injured a passenger in his vehicle last month. Henry Jackson-Fondren III is charged with felony counts of hit-and-run causing great bodily harm, knowingly operating a vehicle while suspended causing great […]
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Racine man charged with sexual assault and more facing over 50 years prison
RACINE — A violent reaction to the end of a relationship led to six criminal charges – including one for second-degree sexual assault – against a 25-year-old Racine man. The second-degree sexual assault charge filed against Kavon Bailey carries a maximum prison term of 40 years and a $100,000 fine. Bailey, who remains in custody […]
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Everly’s Ice Cream and Sheriff’s Deputies join forces for a cause on March 16
RACINE COUNTY — Everly’s Ice Cream, 3108 6 Mile Road in Caledonia, will be the setting for a very special fundraiser on Saturday, March 16 from noon to 5 p.m. for two Racine County Sheriff’s Deputies. Racine County Sheriff’s Deputies Jami Beall and Ryan McNally are pictured at the Law Enforcement Center next to a […]
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Drug trafficking among 27 criminal charges against Racine man
RACINE — A series of undercover drug purchases late in 2023 led to a total of 27 criminal charges filed in Racine County Circuit Court against a 42-year-old Racine male. Arnez Wilson faces 13 felonies and 14 misdemeanors that could lead to more than $500,000 in total fines and more than 125 years behind bars. […]
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7 people displaced in Racine house fire, no injuries reported
RACINE— A fire broke out at a residence located at 1628 Erie St. on Wednesday, March 6, displacing seven tenants, according to the Racine Fire Department. The blaze began at 2:09 p.m. on the home’s side porch and caused an estimated $55,000 in damage. A neighbor alerted the tenants, who safely evacuated the building before […]
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Suspicious package containing narcotics leads police to Racine man, now facing 15 years prison
Derrick McGlorn was charged with drug charges after a United States Postal Service supervisor was alerted on Jan. 24 about a suspicious package from “Lush and Lavish, LLC” coming from Tempe, Ariz., addressed to “Racine Frenchies, LLC,” on Phillips Avenue, in Racine.
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Car crash on South Memorial Drive leads to 2 fatalities
RACINE — The Racine Police Department responded to the 1200 block of South Memorial Drive on March 2 for a car crash in which neither of the vehicles’ operators survived. A March 5 press release reads, “Upon officers’ arrival, they observed a BMW i8 and a Chevy Traverse with extensive damage.” The BMW was determined […]
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Home invasion in February could send Racine man to prison for 6 years
RACINE — A report of a home invasion at a Racine home in February ended with eight criminal charges filed against a 33-year-old city man. Donte Jackson is charged with a felony count of false imprisonment, along with misdemeanor counts of criminal trespassing, criminal damage to property, disorderly conduct and four for bail jumping. The […]