RACINE, KENOSHA COUNTIES — Due to the upcoming winter storm and inclement weather approaching Southeastern Wisconsin, multiple school closings, snow emergencies, and other changes have occurred within Racine and Kenosha Counties and have been declared for March 22, 2024. School closings Racine County closings The following schools have made the call to cancel school in […]
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Snow expected: 1 to 2 inches to fall this evening and overnight
WISCONSIN — Another snowfall is predicted for multiple counties in Wisconsin this evening on Jan. 18 into the morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook. This weather alert is provided by NWS to inform and provide details about potential severe weather events happening within the next seven days. This Hazardous Weather […]
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DEVELOPING: Jan. 12 winter storm school closings and more in Racine, Kenosha Counties
RACINE, KENOSHA COUNTIES — Due to the upcoming winter storm and inclement weather approaching Southeastern Wisconsin, multiple school closings, snow emergencies, and other changes have occurred within Racine and Kenosha Counties and have been declared for Jan. 12, 2024. School closings Racine County closings The following schools have made the call to cancel school in […]
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Winter Storm Watch starts Jan. 12: 6 inches heavy snow expected just before temperatures plunge
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN — A Winter Storm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) starting Jan. 12 for multiple counties in Wisconsin due to expected snowfall and wind speeds. The Winter Storm Watch is to start at 6 a.m. on Jan 12 and last until Jan. 13 at noon. Winter Storm Watch impacted […]
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Wednesday night snowfall to impact Thursday’s commute: 1-3 inches expected
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN — Snowfall is expected to dust Wisconsin starting tonight (Jan. 10) and into Thursday morning, per the National Weather Service. TMJ4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky gives the forecast for Wednesday evening. – A Special Weather Statement has been issued by NWS. This statement is issued for Racine, Kenosha, Marquette, Green Lake, Fond du […]
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Winter Storm Warning to last until Jan. 10, 2-8 inches of snow predicted
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN — A Winter Storm Warning is in effect throughout Southeastern Wisconsin as snow continues to fall throughout the area. The National Weather Service (NWS) is predicting 2 to 8 inches will fall and accumulate. It is a heavy, wet snow sticking throughout the area. Lower accumulation numbers are for lakeshore areas with a […]
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DEVELOPING: Jan. 9 winter storm school closings, snow emergencies and more in Racine, Kenosha Counties
RACINE, KENOSHA COUNTIES — Due to the winter storm and inclement weather approaching Southeastern Wisconsin, multiple school closings, snow emergencies, and other changes have occurred within Racine and Kenosha Counties and have been declared for Jan. 9, 2024. Additional closings of businesses and other establishments will be added to the list once declared. School, governmental […]
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Winter Weather Advisory: starts Monday 9 p.m. due to impending snow
SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN — Incoming snowfall has led the National Weather Service (NWS) to issue a Winter Weather Advisory, in addition to their Winter Weather Watch, starting today for multiple counties. Weather experts have stated that the advisory will remain in effect from 9 p.m. tonight until 6 a.m. on Tuesday. The Winter Weather Watch will […]
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Rain and snow mixture to fall after midnight in Southeastern Wisconsin for Dec. 28
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN — A mixture of rain and snow is set to fall tonight after midnight and into the morning on Dec. 28. The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for numerous counties in Wisconsin. Rain and snow to move in The following counties could see this weather including: Racine, Kenosha, Milwaukee, […]
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Santa in a Shoebox celebrates 15 years of giving, donations accepted until Dec. 3
SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN — There is no better time than now to be Santa in your own community. The opportunity is available in Southeastern Wisconsin through Santa in a Shoebox, a nonprofit organization that is celebrating 15 years of giving through the collection and donation of stuffed shoeboxes. This holiday season Santa in a Shoebox aims […]
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Annual Toy Drive by Focus on Community seeks donations until Dec. 8
RACINE — New and unwrapped toys are needed for the reoccurring Focus on Community Toy Drive that runs until Dec. 8. The local nonprofit requests donations to be able to give toys to local children this holiday season. Toy Drive requests This Toy Drive will serve age groups 0 to 14 years old. “We can use […]
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2023 Veterans Day gallery: A community of heroes in Southeast Wisconsin
RACINE, KENOSHA COUNTY — This Veterans Day, we honor the veterans in our communities and thank them publicly for their service and sacrifices. Racine County Eye readers have provided photos of their loved ones who made the choice to serve the United States in the armed forces. No matter the years served, branch, or role […]
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First snow for Wisconsinites falls on Halloween
Some Wisconsinites will say that the spookiest part of their day is snow accumulating in Central and Southeast Wisconsin on Halloween and not the gory costumes or scary masks. Snow is in the forecast and on the pumpkins. Expect 1-2 inches this Halloween evening. – The National Weather Service (NWS) states there is snow in […]
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Measles reported in SE Wisconsin: DHS urges residents to update vaccines against highly infectious disease
MADISON — Residents in Southeast Wisconsin are urged to update their measles vaccines after a case was reported here. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is working with the City of Milwaukee and Waukesha County health departments to identify anyone who was exposed by the patient. For any unvaccinated individuals potentially at risk, symptoms […]
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10 nominees help launch new American Heart Association ‘Leaders of Impact’ campaign
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — With a focus on closing the gap in health inequities across the nation, the American Heart Association on Friday launched its 2023-24 Leaders of Impact campaign. In southeast Wisconsin, 10 nominees have been chosen to participate in the seven-week campaign that closes on National Philanthropy Day, Wednesday, Nov. 15. This year’s winner, […]