RACINE — Need to get rid of bulky items such as that unwanted refrigerator or set of worn-out tires? If you’re a City of Racine resident, the city’s Department of Public Works (DPW) can help you out on Saturday, April 8. The DPW is holding a free drop-off disposal event at the former Jacobsen-Textron site, […]
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Racine mayor’s race spending tops a staggering $500k
RACINE — Spending in the City of Racine mayor’s race has exceeded $500,000, according to campaign finance reports filed Monday. The incumbent, Cory Mason, and Henry Perez, the challenger, face off in the Spring Election on Tuesday, April 4. In-person absentee voting (early voting) is now underway and runs through this Saturday (April 1). Friends […]
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Outside groups spending $$ in Racine mayor race
RACINE — With the 2023 Spring Election slightly more than two weeks away, campaign messages about the City of Racine’s mayoral election are cramming residents’ mailboxes, popping up on websites and filling local airwaves. The incumbent, Cory Mason, and the challenger, Henry Perez face off in the Spring Election on Tuesday, April 4. Television ads […]
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Snow emergency declarations in Racine and Kenosha Counties for March 24-26
RACINE, KENOSHA — Multiple counties within Racine and Kenosha Counties have declared a snow emergency for their municipalities The following snow emergency restrictions are in effect: Municipality Time Parking restrictionsVillage of Mount PleasantMarch 24 from 9 p.m. to noon on March 26During the hours of the snow emergency, parking restrictions are in place to allow […]
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2023 Racine Summer Youth Sand Volleyball registration open until June 16
RACINE — The City of Racine Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services (PRCS) is now takingregistration for the 2023 Summer Youth Sand Volleyball program. This program is available to all youth who will be in 6th through 12th grade, for the 2023-24 school year. The program is held at the North Beach sand volleyball courts, located […]
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TV commercials airing in Racine mayor’s race
RACINE — Television commercials related to the Racine mayoral race between incumbent Cory Mason and challenger Henry Perez have aired on Milwaukee TV stations this week. The election is Tuesday, April 4. Concerned Citizens for Safer Streets LLC commercial An independent campaign expenditure committee, called Concerned Citizens for Safer Streets LLC, produced and aired an […]
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Racine Police Department: An opportunity to rebuild, address issues facing forward
Recently Mayor Cory Mason signed an agreement with the Racine Police Department which has been touted as offering the highest pay in the state. As a criminal defense attorney, I am often asked about my feelings toward the police. Some of the best people and some of the worst people I know have chosen law […]
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Spring Election early voting starts March 21: what you need to know
EASTERN RACINE COUNTY — If your schedule prevents you from voting in person on Spring Election day (Tuesday, April 4), you have other options. Eligible Wisconsin voters may vote absentee by mail or in person. Requests for absentee ballots must be made in writing to the municipal clerk in the city, village or town where […]
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Racine Common Council meeting time change starting March 21
CITY OF RACINE — The start time for the Racine Common Council meetings will now begin at 6 p.m. according to the City of Racine. The change came following the Racine Common Council’s decision to approve the change to Ordinance 0016-22 on March 7, which affects the regular meeting time. All Council meetings will now convene […]
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Racine Police, City reach tentative contract deal
RACINE — A tentative agreement, announced Friday between the Racine Police Association and the City of Racine, could give police a new contract for the first time in more than two years. The deal, which includes a raise and benefits package for police officers, goes before the Racine Common Council’s Finance & Personnel Committee next […]
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Snow emergency declarations in Racine and Kenosha Counties for March 9
RACINE, KENOSHA — Multiple counties within Racine and Kenosha Counties have declared a snow emergency for their municipalities. The following snow emergency restrictions are in effect: Municipality Time Parking restrictionsCity of RacineMarch 9 from 6 p.m. to noon on March 10No parking is permitted during a snow emergency on either side of the city’s arterial […]
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Schrader launches write-in campaign for Racine mayor in April 4 election
RACINE — Michael Schrader of Racine has entered the Racine mayor’s race as a write-in candidate in the April 4 Spring Election. He filed Declaration of Candidacy documents with the city clerk’s office last Friday (March 3). Michael Schrader Schrader, 56, of 1636 Chatham St., told the Racine County Eye that he decided to enter […]
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Housing panel: Better policy needed, yet reasons for hope
RACINE — Housing insecurity is a big problem locally, yet panelists at a Monday evening forum here also expressed reasons for hope. “Bringing Home Justice – The Housing Crisis in Racine County” was a 90-minute panel discussion sponsored by Opening Our Hearts and Minds to End Racism. Panelists were: Grant Buenger, Racine Habitat for Humanity […]
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Bowling fundraiser Strike-Out Big for Youth set for March 26
RACINE — The annual Strike-Out for Youth bowling fundraiser is scheduled for March 26, 2023, at Castle Lanes in Racine. The City of Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) hosts this event to raise funds for youth activities for the Racine community. This family-friendly event is for all ages and will begin at noon […]
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City, firefighters union reach tentative agreement; Common Council to vote March 7
RACINE — Members of Racine Professional Firefighters Local 321 have ratified a new contract with the City of Racine. The tentative agreement, approved in a vote this week, goes before the Racine Common Council for a vote next Tuesday (March 7). The council meeting starts at 7 p.m. in City Hall Room 205. Local 321 […]