RACINE — On Jan. 8 the City of Racine’s phone system, including all desk units, will be inoperable. The alert comes from the Racine Police Department. They state that phones will not be operating from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. on Monday. According to officials the City will not be able to receive any incoming […]
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Racine man charged with misdemeanor of pointing a shotgun at another, could face 21-month jail term
RACINE — A 37-year-old Racine man faces three criminal charges after he allegedly pointed a loaded shotgun at another person during a Dec. 19 altercation. Justin Claus is charged with misdemeanor counts of pointing a firearm at another, negligent handling of a weapon and disorderly conduct, which carry a total potential county jail term of […]
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Racine Police, 4H Club escort Santa to distribute gifts and holiday cheer
RACINE, KENOSHA — Santa Claus came to town on a school bus, visiting neighborhoods in the city on Christmas morning. The Racine Police Department and a local 4H Club — All 4 One — in Racine collaborated to distribute gifts to families in need and bring much-needed Christmas cheer to those in the local area. […]
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Racine Sheriff issues Sex Offender Information Bulletin, release date Dec. 19, 2023
RACINE — The following Sex Offender Information Bulletin was released by the Racine County Sheriff’s Office and has been posted in its entirety without alteration: The Racine County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the Division of Community Corrections, is releasing the following information pursuant to Wisconsin State Statute 301.46(2) which authorizes law enforcement agencies to […]
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Racine man pleads guilty in May 2020 DUI fatality
RACINE — A man accused of driving after smoking marijuana and causing a fatal crash was in Racine County Circuit Court on Monday for a change of plea. Jayjuan Smith, 25, pleaded guilty to homicide by vehicle/driving under the influence of a controlled substance, for the crash that killed Steven Holub, 33, on May 27, […]
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Man pleads guilty to 2nd-degree sexual assault of a child; jury trial canceled
RACINE — A man charged with sexually abusing a child agreed to plead guilty to a reduced number of charges – avoiding a jury trial scheduled for Tuesday. Michael Mosley, 31, pleaded no contest to second-degree sexual assault of a child. Three additional counts of sex crimes against a child will be dismissed but read […]
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Cops ’N Kids book giveaway a grand success in its 21st year
RACINE — Christmas came early for Racine’s youth at an annual Cops ‘N Kids book giveaway event where they received the gift of literature. Children, including Maezie Morales 4, pick out free books at the 22nd annual Cops ‘n Kids Book Giveaway at Festival Hall Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. / Mark Hertzberg for Racine County […]
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Racine Police bring bilingual Santa, equity and bliss to 6 local schools
RACINE — Whether you call him Santa Claus or Santo Clós, this jolly man dressed in a red – or rojo – suit along with a white (or blanco) beard is bringing joy to children who attend Racine Unified School District (RUSD) this holiday season. Santa gifts equity to students The Racine Police Department Community […]
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Racine’s first Latino Chief of Police sworn in on Dec. 1
RACINE — The Racine Police Department (RPD) has officially sworn in its newest Chief of Police, Alexander Ramirez, as of Dec. 1, 2023. Alex Ramirez’s nephew August LeBeau pins the chief’s badge on to his jacket after he is sworn in as Racine’s Chief of Police in a ceremony Friday afternoon Dec. 1, 2023. LeBeau […]
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Charge in 2021 homicide amended to felony murder for 1 of 3 brothers
RACINE — The Racine County DA’s Office has amended the charge against one of three brothers who allegedly participated in a botched robbery that ended in a shooting death. Jonathan M. Martinez, 26, of Gurnee, Illinois, was originally charged with first-degree intentional homicide with use of a dangerous weapon and attempted armed robbery, as party […]
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21st Annual Cops ‘N Kids Holiday Book Giveaway
Cops ‘N Kids Reading Center will be hosting its 21st annual holiday book giveaway on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Festival Hall, 5 Fifth St., Racine. A free event for children of all ages, Cops ‘N Kids’ mission is to put books in every child’s hand this holiday season. Upon arrival, […]
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K9 Karma on the mend following unexpected surgery, $7K needed
RACINE — The Racine Police Department’s Officer, K9 Karma, is on the mend following an unexpected Veterinarian visit and surgery. K9 Officer Karma, of the Racine Police Department. – The K9 officer who works for RPD was born in 2018 and came to the department in 2020. The Belgian Malinois is paired with Ofc. David […]
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In alleged retaliatory 6th Street shooting, man pleads not guilty to attempted homicide
RACINE — A man who allegedly shot someone six times in what was described as a retaliatory shooting pleaded not guilty Wednesday in Racine County Circuit Court. Adrian M. Sanders – Adrian M. Sanders, 33, pleaded not guilty to attempted first-degree intentional homicide, possession of a firearm by a person convicted of a felony, and […]
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UPDATE: Fatal hit-and-run driver identified, arrested from Nov. 9 crash
UPDATE: RACINE — An arrest has been made in the death of a pedestrian near the intersection of Main and 8th Streets on Nov. 9. Justin S. Moser – Justin S. Moser, 28, was charged with hit and run involving death for the collision that killed Douglas K. Lueck, 62. Lueck was transported to the […]
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Multi-car crash after hit-and-run has Milwaukee man facing over 10 years prison
RACINE — A 21-year-old Milwaukee man is facing more than a decade in prison after allegedly committing a hit-and-run before causing a multi-car crash at another location. Eric Guzman Bueno was charged Wednesday, Nov. 8, by the Racine County District Attorney’s office with one felony count of second degree recklessly endangering safety and one misdemeanor […]