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City Officials Address Illegal Fireworks and Public Safety Ahead of Fourth of July
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)–During this week’s Kenosha Common Council meeting, concerns over illegal fireworks were a focal point of discussion as city officials highlighted the potential dangers and legal repercussions associated with their use. Alderman Jan Michalski emphasized the widespread issue of residents purchasing and setting off illegal fireworks,...
Racine firefighters rescue 12-year-old girl from smoke-filled home
RACINE, Wis. — The Racine Fire Department rescued a 12-year-old girl from the balcony of a burning house. Firefighters were dispatched to the area of Elm and Cherry streets in the city of Racine on Friday for a report of a duplex filling with smoke. They saw a 12-year-old girl trapped on the second-story balcony. The firefighters were able to use an extension ladder to reach the girl and get her safely to the ground.
Racine Art Museum previews exhibition featuring local artists
RACINE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Racine Art Museum’s Wustum Museum is hosting the Racine and Vicinity Show 2024, an all-media juried exhibition. Tyler Potter of the Racine Art Museum joined us to discuss the event on Tuesday, July 2. Featuring artists from Racine and surrounding counties, the show includes contributions from Milwaukee artists as well.
Felony battery charge could mean more prison time for man awaiting sentencing
RACINE, WI — A 46-year-old Racine man, who currently is awaiting sentencing on a trio of felony drug charges and in custody in the Racine County Jail, now faces a felony battery charge for allegedly beating up a fellow prisoner. The felon battery charge filed against Marvin Gary carries...
Salvation Army of Racine: Providing a Pathway of Hope
Red kettles, ringing bells, smiling volunteers — these things likely come to mind when you hear of the Salvation Army. But after the Red Kettle Campaign is over — do you know of the good things happening in our community because of it?. Things like a food pantry,...
Your Right to Know: Redaction costs threaten police video access
The bill moved with lightning speed. It was introduced last December, passed the state Senate in January and the Assembly in February, and was signed into law by Gov. Tony Evers in March. 2023 Wisconsin Act 253 allows police and corrections officials to charge some requesters of video and audio recordings for the cost of redaction — that is, blurring out certain information.
June rainfall totals in NE Wisconsin climb above average, cause issues for farmers
BRILLION (WLUK) -- The month of June for all of Northeast Wisconsin was very, very wet. As the month closes out, the National Weather Service in Green Bay is showing FOX 11 the areas that were hardest hit. Communities like Forestville, Brillion, and Wausau were bogged down by rain, while...
How conservative values among Black voters in Wisconsin could play out in November
MILWAUKEE — Former President Donald Trump seems to be gaining some ground among Black voters, a bloc that has historically backed Democrats. Nationally, Trump won 6% of the Black vote in 2016, compared to about 8% in 2020. “The biggest problem we have is we have selective amnesia,” David...
July 4th water safety; tips for a safe holiday
MILWAUKEE - This holiday week, more people will be out enjoying the lakes, beaches and rivers – and Wisconsin has seen a spike in drownings. These are horrific incidents that have many people shaken up about water safety. This is why it's crucial to take precautions when you're planning these activities.
Wisconsin democrats raise concerns about a pair of ballot questions in upcoming election.
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - State Representative Jill Billings hosted a press conference in La Crosse Tuesday to discuss her push for voters to vote no on two constitutional amendment ballot questions that will be on the August 13 ballot. The first question would prevent the legislature from being able...
Have Wisconsin housing prices increased nearly 30% since Joe Biden became president?
Wisconsin Watch partners with Gigafact to produce fact briefs — bite-sized fact checks of trending claims. Read our methodology to learn how we check claims. The median sale price of a Wisconsin house has trended upward under President Joe Biden. Median refers to midpoint, meaning half of homes sold...
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