RACINE – A small plane crashed at about 8:25 p.m. Monday at Ad-Tech Medical Instrument, 1901 William Stree. Preliminary reports indicate that people were climbing out of the plane, but officials have not confirmed that detail. Part of the plane ripped off when it struck a tree. Fire personnel from the Racine Fire Department and […]
Tag: Wisconsin
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DATCP to Survey for Gypsy Moth in 47 Counties
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will be setting more than 10,000 traps for gypsy moth in 47 counties from mid-May through early June. DATCP requests that property owners allow trappers access to place traps and that they do not disturb the traps once in place. “The data we […]
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Man dead after being shot multiple times on Rapids Drive
RACINE – A 20-year-old man is dead after being shot multiple times early Saturday morning at the Marathon gas station, 3024 Rapids Drive. Officials with the Racine Police Department have released only a few details as of 1:15 p.m. Saturday. Investigators have no one in custody at this time, but an investigation continues. They have […]
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Drop out or drown in debt? Many Black students in Wisconsin face stark choices in paying for college
By Alyssa Huglen, Wisconsin Watch When Clint Myrick graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2010, he left with two consequential pieces of paper: a diploma for a bachelor’s degree in music education — and an eye-popping student loan bill. The Milwaukee native was one of the first in his family to attend college, and […]
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Racine Post Prom 2021
Click on the The Racine Rotary Post Prom is a bigger deal this year than in past years, especially since this marks the first big event these teens have attended in over a year. So we’re going all out to help them celebrate. We’ll have some photos ready Saturday night and will add more on […]
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May is Older Americans Month
The month of May has been proclaimed as Older Americans Month throughout the State of Wisconsin by Governor Tony Evers. The proclamation celebrates older adults for their vision, wisdom, advocacy, hard work, and volunteerism. The Governor notes that Wisconsin continues to be committed to assisting our aging and older adults in managing their health by […]
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COVID-19 vaccine for 12 to 15-year-olds could happen soon
WISCONSIN – State health officials say children ages 12- to 15-years-old may be rolling up their sleeves for a COVID-19 vaccine soon. The Food and Drug Administration approved the use of the drug for 12-15 year-olds on Monday. However, on Wednesday, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended that the shots be administered on an […]
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Elder Abuse Bills Pass Assembly
Madison – Today the State Assembly passed legislation to address concerns for our elderly population. “I am pleased to have supported each of these bills today, said Wittke (Wind Point); caring for our most vulnerable population is a priority to me”. Elder abuse is a growing concern. Reporting of physical, emotional, and financial abuses are […]
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Maurice Robinson sworn in as Racine Police Chief
https://www.facebook.com/CityOfRacineWI/videos/909717259585364 RACINE – Maurice Robinson officially started his job as the City of Racine’s new Police Chief today. He succeeded Art Howell. The event started at 1 p.m. Monday at Racine City Hall. Robinson comes to Racine from the Cincinnati Police Department, where he is the leader of criminal investigations. He was hired by the Fire and Police […]
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Racine Man Accused Of Child Pornography Possession
RACINE – Thomas James Collier, 37, of Racine, has been charged by the Racine County District Attorney’s Office with 17 counts of possession of child pornography and one count of possession of drug paraphrenia. His arrest last week followed a lengthy investigation by the Racine County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. According […]
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Mount Pleasant stabbing ends with two arrested
MOUNT PLEASANT – A 30-year-old man was hospitalized following a Mount Pleasant stabbing that happened early Saturday morning in the 1000 block of the Southeast Frontage Road. Antonique Carter, 26, of Racine, was arrested for attempted homicide and bail jumping for stabbing Rashad Lewis, 30, of Racine. Lewis was also arrested for disorderly conduct, domestic […]
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Racine teen dead, 1 in custody in Friday night homicide investigation
UPDATE May 10, 2021 – Racine Police arrested Joshua D. Daniel 18, of Racine, for first-degree intentional homicide. RACINE – Police have an 18-year-old man in custody connected with a Racine homicide that occurred late Friday, May 7, at a residence in the 3700 block of Clairmont Street. Shortly before midnight, officers responded to the […]
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‘The middle of a massive contamination’: Residents of Wisconsin region struggle with aftereffects of dangerous ‘forever chemicals’
By John McCracken, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting Craig Koller grew up splashing through backyard creeks and biking gravel trails, sometimes through the Johnson Control Industries Fire Technology Center. Black smoke wafted overhead as it conducted controlled burns to test firefighting foam, producing a dangerous “forever chemical” known as PFAS. As a kid growing up […]
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What To Know Before Building a Fence in Your Yard
To ensure that the process of putting up your DIY fence goes as smoothly as possible, here’s what to know before building a fence in your yard.
