Racine County Eye is your place for local news. To better serve Racine County, we have combined a list of stories that took place during the week of Aug. 15 through Aug. 19. From breaking news to ways to benefit from community resources, we’ve covered it all. Whether you’ve just moved here or are a […]
Tag: Mayor Cory Mason
Posted inGovernment, Local news, Police and fire, Schools
City of Racine awarded federal public safety dollars
RACINE – The City of Racine has been awarded nearly $800,000 in federal funding for community safety initiatives. The allocation, announced Monday by Gov. Tony Evers’ office, was described as “focusing on a public health approach to violence prevention.” The City of Racine federal funding allocation breakdown: About $225,000 to establish a “Safe and Sound” […]
Posted inCelebrations, Community, Events, Government, Local news, Non-Profits, Things To Do
‘Racine Pride Day’ is June 26
RACINE –The City of Racine and LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin invite members of the community to Racine Pride Day on June 26. This will be a day to join in and celebrate members of the LGBTQ community in recognition of Pride Month. The event will help to amplify the voices of those who identify […]
Posted inCommunity, Culture, Local news, Police and fire, Things To Do
We want to hear from you: How do we fix the violence and increase the peace? Take the Community Survey
Help Racine County by taking the Racine County Eye’s community survey. Due to the increase in crime and violence in the Racine community, we want to hear from you. The community survey This survey will give our local media insight as to what concerns and questions residents have. By voicing your opinion, we can help […]
Posted inBreaking, City Hall, Government, Local news, Police and fire
City of Racine officials discuss ongoing and increased gun violence
RACINE – On Monday, officials from the City of Racine gathered at Racine City Hall to discuss recent tragedies, namely the ongoing and increased gun violence that has been taking place in Racine. Participants included Mayor Cory Mason, Police Chief Maurice Robinson, Assistant Police Chief Alexander Ramirez, Common Council President John Tate II, Alderman Maurice […]
Posted inBusiness, Government, Local news
$60K in West Racine Business Recovery Program Grants Delivered by Mayor Cory Mason
RACINE – A total of six businesses that applied for the West Racine Business Recovery Program (WRBRP) were visited over the last two weeks by Mayor Cory Mason, who was delivering relief checks. A total of $60,000 was granted to these businesses as part of the program. The WRBRP, which began in November of 2021, […]
Posted inGovernment, Home, Life
Racine Recycles: New App for City Residents
The City of Racine announced the launch of Racine Recycles, the city’s newest app, on Friday, March 4, 2022. The new app is available for both Android and iPhone users and aims to help residents in the City of Racine by keeping them up to date with their solid waste collection schedule. In addition, app […]
Posted inGovernment, Local news
City To Take Over RYDE Bus Management Feb. 1
RACINE – Starting in February, the Racine Transit System (RYDE) will be directly managed by the City of Racine. The Racine Common Council on Tuesday evening voted 15-0 on a pair of proposals that will set up the bus system management under a new City Department of Transportation and to have the city assume the […]
Posted inCulture, Shopping
Downtown Racine hosts Free Meter Parking Days
The City of Racine, in conjunction with the Downtown Racine Corporation, will have free meter parking to encourage the community to shop and dine locally throughout the holiday season. The following four Saturdays will be free meter parking days: November 27 – Small Business SaturdayDecember 4December 11 – Kris KringleDecember 18 Free Meter Parking Days […]
Posted inCommunity, Opinion
Mayor Cory Mason: Putting Skin In The Game
Racine Mayor Cory Mason has proposed something in the 2022 city budget that’s worthy of serious consideration. It’s really quite simple. The mayor wants to create an incentive for City of Racine employees to actually live in the City of Racine instead of someplace else. He’s offering to pay an extra 3 percent in wages […]
Posted inGovernment, Local news
Jung Named Racine Transit Manager; Will Leave Council
RACINE – Alderman Trevor Jung will leave the Racine Common Council to become the City of Racine’s Transit Manager effective Aug. 30. He’ll fill the position held by Michael Maierle, who is retiring. “I am excited to have Trevor become the new face of public transit in Racine. Trevor has always been an advocate for and […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS, Local news
City, RUSD, and AMI Health Partner to Bring Vaccine Clinics to School Events
RACINE– Today, Mayor Cory Mason and RUSD Superintendent Dr. Eric Gallien announced a partnership to help provide more equitable access to the COVID-19 vaccine for students and families at upcoming school events with the support of AMI Health and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). AMI Health, which currently operates the vaccine clinic at […]
Posted inSports
Racine’s Monument Square To Become “Deer District Racine” In Support Of The Milwaukee Bucks During the NBA Finals
City of Racine – Today, Mayor Cory Mason announced that Racine’s Monument Square will become “Deer District Racine” for the remainder of the NBA Finals. With support from the City’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services (PRCS), Downtown Racine Corporation, Pub on Wisconsin, and Littleport Brewing Company, Monument Square will be set up for […]
Posted inApartments for Rent, Real Estate
Former Horlick Manufacturing Site Welcomes “Belle City Square”
RACINE- The former historic Horlick Manufacturing site is under renovation. The first renovated building at Belle City Square will soon open. The Belle City Square is a 16-acre site along Northwestern Avenue. The first apartment building’s name was officially announced today. Developed by J. Jeffers & Company, the City of Racine supported the renovation through […]
Posted inGovernment
Electric Scooters Soon Coming to Racine
RACINE – Visitors and residents will soon be able to rent electric scooters here. The Racine Common Council recently approved a pilot electric scooter ordinance governing the use of electric scooters for the public from private companies. The council also granted a license to Bird, a scooter manufacturing and rental company, to deploy 100 electric […]