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Kenosha’s Joyful Preacher of the Median: Derek Thompson Shares His Message of Hope
KENOSHA, Wis. — If you’ve driven past the busy intersection of Highway 50 and 118th Avenue near Woodman’s Market in recent months, you’ve likely seen
Somers Man Accused of Repeated Sexual Assaults on Children Held on $200,000 Bail
Charles E. White, 68, of Somers in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) SOMERS, Wis. – A 68-year-old man is being held on
Kenosha’s Joyful Preacher of the Median: Derek Thompson Shares His Message of Hope
KENOSHA, Wis. — If you’ve driven past the busy intersection of Highway 50 and 118th Avenue near Woodman’s Market in recent months, you’ve likely seen him: a man in a wheelchair, blasting gospel rap, waving at cars, and smiling with the joy of someone who seems to have not a single care in the world. His name is Derek Thompson—and he’s quickly becoming a local legend. Thompson, 47, originally from Chicago, has been in Kenosha since last October. Most days, he can be found in the median at that bustling intersection, chalking Bible verses onto the pavement, dancing to Christian music, and waving at drivers. While sitting down with Kenosha County Eye for an interview on a recent afternoon, dozens of cars honked in support. One driver pulled over to
Kenosha Woman Charged with Child Neglect and Animal Abuse After Filthy Apartment Discovery
KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha mother is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after police discovered three young children and a dog living in squalid conditions inside her apartment. Micaela Elaine Davis, 29, was formally charged Tuesday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with three counts of child neglect and four animal cruelty-related offenses. Prosecutors allege Davis allowed her twin 3-year-olds and a 5-year-old child with a disability to live in an apartment filled with feces, urine, garbage, and insect activity—posing serious risks to their health. Police were called to Davis’ 22nd Avenue apartment on June 23 to investigate suspected animal neglect. Upon arrival, officers noted overwhelming foul odors, piles of garbage and diapers, and feces smeared throughout the apartment—including the children’s bedroom and bunk beds. Investigators found bugs swarming the
Three Juveniles Charged in Sexual Assault of Inmate at Kenosha County Jail
Dajuan D. Brown-Thames Jr., 17, Jamereion J. Myles, 17, and Zjekahri D. Strong, 16, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photos by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Three teenage inmates at the Kenosha County Jail were formally charged Tuesday in connection with the repeated sexual assault and intimidation of another juvenile inmate, according to criminal complaints filed in Kenosha County Circuit Court. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
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Somers Man Accused of Repeated Sexual Assaults on Children Held on $200,000 Bail
Charles E. White, 68, of Somers in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) SOMERS, Wis. – A 68-year-old man is being held on $200,000 cash bail after he was charged Tuesday with multiple counts of sexually assaulting two young girls over a span of several years at a mobile home park in the Town of Somers. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Woman Charged with Child Neglect and Animal Abuse After Filthy Apartment Discovery
KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha mother is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after police discovered three young children and a dog living in squalid conditions inside her apartment. Micaela Elaine Davis, 29, was formally charged Tuesday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with three counts of child neglect and four animal cruelty-related offenses. Prosecutors allege Davis allowed her twin 3-year-olds and a 5-year-old child with a disability to live in an apartment filled with feces, urine, garbage, and insect activity—posing serious risks to their health. Police were called to Davis’ 22nd Avenue apartment on June 23 to investigate suspected animal neglect. Upon arrival, officers noted overwhelming foul odors, piles of garbage and diapers, and feces smeared throughout the apartment—including the children’s bedroom and bunk beds. Investigators found bugs swarming the
Three Juveniles Charged in Sexual Assault of Inmate at Kenosha County Jail
Dajuan D. Brown-Thames Jr., 17, Jamereion J. Myles, 17, and Zjekahri D. Strong, 16, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photos by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Three teenage inmates at the Kenosha County Jail were formally charged Tuesday in connection with the repeated sexual assault and intimidation of another juvenile inmate, according to criminal complaints filed in Kenosha County Circuit Court. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Man Charged with Fourth OWI After Allegedly Crashing While High and Fleeing Scene
KENOSHA, Wis. — A 56-year-old Kenosha man is facing six new criminal charges after police say he crashed into a parked car early Tuesday morning while under the influence, fled the scene, and admitted he wasn’t supposed to be driving. George E. Malone Jr. appeared in court Tuesday and was ordered held on a $5,000 cash bond. He is charged with fourth offense OWI—a felony—along with misdemeanor counts of operating while revoked, failure to install an ignition interlock device, possession of drug paraphernalia, and two counts of misdemeanor bail jumping. According to a criminal complaint, Kenosha Police responded to the 4700 block of 42nd Avenue just after 2 a.m. Tuesday, June 24, after a silver Chevrolet Impala struck a parked Nissan Rogue and a tree. A tow truck driver who
Child Sex Offender Charged Again After Allegedly Brandishing Gun in Kenosha
Jesse L. Miracle, 46, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 46-year-old convicted child sex offender is facing new felony charges after allegedly confronting a man with a handgun outside his residence early Monday morning. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Man Formally Charged in 2023 Child Sex Crime Allegations After Being Extradited from Prison
Seth A. Geyer, 39, of Mt. Pleasant, Wis. in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) RANDALL, Wis. – A Mount Pleasant man was formally charged in Kenosha County Circuit Court on Monday in connection with a disturbing 2023 incident involving a child. He had been extradited from state prison to face the charges, which were first filed in October of last year. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Wheatland Man Accused of Pointing Shotgun at Passing Motorcyclist
WHEATLAND, Wis. — A 61-year-old Wheatland man is facing three misdemeanor charges after allegedly pointing a shotgun at a passing motorcyclist while under the influence of alcohol on Memorial Day. Lance Lee Lameer was charged Tuesday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with disorderly conduct, pointing a firearm at another, and possession of a firearm while intoxicated—all with dangerous weapon enhancers. He appeared in court on a summons, and Commissioner William Michel II ordered his previously posted $1,150 cash bail continued. A pretrial hearing is set for July 11. According to the criminal complaint, deputies responded around 5:11 p.m. on May 26 to a report that a man had aimed a shotgun at a motorcyclist in the Wheatland Estates mobile home park. The caller said the man, later identified as Lameer,
19-Year-Old Killed in Early Morning Crash in Randall
RANDALL, Wis. – A 19-year-old man was killed early Tuesday morning in a single-vehicle crash along County Highway P in Randall, according to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded around 6:16 a.m. to the 11000 block of CTH P/Richmond Road, just south of 110th Street, where a vehicle traveling southbound failed to negotiate a curve, left the road, struck a utility pole, and continued through a farm field before colliding with several trees. The driver, who was the only person in the car, was fully ejected during the crash and pronounced dead at the scene by the Kenosha County Medical Examiner’s Office. His name has not been released pending family notifications. Because of the severity of the incident, the Kenosha County Major Crash Assistance Team was called in to
Kenosha Detectives Warn Over 50 Attendees About Sophisticated Scams at Fraud Awareness Event
KENOSHA, Wis. – More than 50 people gathered at Ruffolo’s II on Monday evening as three Kenosha Police Department officers delivered a sobering, and at times startling, presentation about the explosion of fraud and scam activity targeting local residents. The presentation, led by Detective Chad Buchanan, Crime Prevention Officer John Wenberg, and fraud division newcomer Detective Tommar Franklin, offered real-life examples of scams that have devastated Kenosha residents—ranging from romance cons and fake tech support alerts to cryptocurrency fraud and “grandparent” scams. Wenberg opened the discussion by explaining how the initiative began after repeated calls from concerned citizens. “Every time I went to a neighborhood watch meeting, people brought up scams,” he said. “So I reached out to Chad, and we asked ourselves what more we could do.” Buchanan, a
Former Racine Prison Official Pleads Guilty to Reduced Charges in Inmate Sex Case
Jacqueline Heidt, 39, of Racine(Racine County Sheriff’s Office) RACINE, Wis. — A former corrections supervisor who once faced more than 800 years in prison for carrying on a sexual relationship with a prison inmate has pleaded guilty to five reduced charges in a deal struck with prosecutors Monday morning. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Full Parade Lineup Announced for 2025 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade
KENOSHA, Wis. – The lineup is set for this year’s Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade, which will step off Sunday, June 29, 2025, in downtown Kenosha. Presented by Snap-on, the annual tradition honors the region’s veterans while showcasing dozens of community organizations, marching bands, local leaders, and first responders. The parade will feature five themed divisions and a robust pre-parade segment, with entries ranging from color guards and car clubs to stilt walkers and tumbling teams. This year’s event again highlights a strong presence from military groups, youth performers, and local businesses. Pre-Parade Salute to Service and Safety Before the main parade officially kicks off, spectators will enjoy a motorcade of veteran motorcycle riders, law enforcement vehicles, and fire departments from across the region. Notable entries include: . Division 1: Local
Kenosha Man Accused of Severely Beating Elderly Wife When He Was Confronted Over Not Showering in Two Months
Michael R. Navrotsky, 67, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 67-year-old Kenosha man, and former corrections Sergeant is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting his elderly wife during a dispute that began when she asked him to take a shower for the first time in two months. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Man Accused of New Offenses Days After Release on Drug and Threat Charges
Ryan M. Phillips, 40, of Kenosha in Court(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – Less than 48 hours after posting bail on felony drug and threat charges, a Kenosha man is back in court facing new allegations that he violently confronted a roommate over a demand for a ride to buy crack cocaine. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Man Charged with Fourth OWI After Allegedly Driving Drunk Through McDonald’s Drive-Thru
William G. Wood, 52, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 52-year-old Kenosha man is facing a felony drunk driving charge after allegedly attempting to flee police in a McDonald’s drive-thru while under the influence. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Salem Lakes Man Accused of Punching Elderly Wife, Faces Felony Abuse Charges
SALEM LAKES, Wis. — A 60-year-old man was charged Monday with felony elder abuse and misdemeanor disorderly conduct after allegedly punching his wife in the face during an argument at their mobile home on Sunday. Case G. Marcussen, of Salem Lakes, appeared in court the same day the criminal complaint was filed. Court Commissioner William Michel II ordered a $1,000 cash bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 1. Marcussen is accused of striking his 67-year-old wife in the lip and cheek during a dispute at their residence in Lakewood Estates Mobile Home Park. According to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office, the woman called 9-1-1 around 5:53 p.m. and said she was bleeding and had locked her husband out of the home. Deputies reported visible injuries to the woman’s
Kenosha Police to Host First-Ever Community Day and Movie Night at Tremper High School
KENOSHA, Wis. — The Kenosha Police Department will host its inaugural Community Day and Movie Night on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Tremper High School, offering a full day of free family activities and public safety outreach. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the school’s campus at 8560 26th Ave., and will be followed by an outdoor showing of the Dog Man movie. Admission, parking, and the movie are all free to the public. Organizers say the goal is to strengthen connections between residents and local first responders. Families will have the chance to explore a “Touch-a-Truck” zone featuring squad cars, SWAT vehicles, drones, and more. KPD officers will lead kids’ games and host bounce houses, while live police demonstrations will take place throughout the day.
Residents Slam Salem Lakes Fire Department Over Surprise EMS Bills, Allegations of Poor Leadership
SALEM LAKES, Wis. — Can you be billed hundreds of dollars simply because someone else thought you might be hurt? Many residents in Salem Lakes and neighboring Paddock Lake say yes — and they’re furious about it. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Secret Talks for Waterpark and Amphitheater Spark Uproar in Salem Lakes
Salem Lakes Village Hall(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) SALEM LAKES, Wis. — A sweeping and potentially transformative development may be on the horizon in the Village of Salem Lakes — but many residents are furious they’re being kept in the dark. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Steil Secures $700K Federal Grant for Pike River Restoration in Kenosha County
KENOSHA, Wis. – Kenosha County will receive $700,000 in federal funding to support water quality improvements and habitat restoration along the Pike River, Congressman Bryan Steil announced Friday. The money, awarded through the Environmental Protection Agency’s Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, will go to the Kenosha County Division of Parks. The grant is intended to help restore more than 3,200 feet of streambank and improve over five acres of riparian and in-stream habitat within Petrifying Springs Park. “Our state’s natural resources are an important part of what makes Wisconsin a great place to live and work,” Steil said in a statement. “I’d like to thank the Trump Administration for awarding Kenosha County $700,000 to support water restoration along the Pike River, as well as County Executive Samantha Kerkman and Kenosha Parks
Teen Charged in High-Speed Chase That Endangered Multiple Children
SOMERS, Wis. – A Kenosha teenager is facing six felony charges after allegedly leading deputies on a dangerous high-speed chase through residential neighborhoods with three juveniles in the vehicle, including two minors who had reportedly stolen a relative’s car. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Woman Accused of Assaulting Adult Daughter, Striking Infant Grandson During Fight
Tiffany N. Tyler, 44, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha woman is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly attacking her adult daughter during a domestic dispute and striking her 9-month-old grandson in the process. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
$17,500 Bail Set for Kenosha Man Caught with Fentanyl, MDMA, and Marijuana, Police Say
Elijah B. Echols, 27, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 27-year-old Kenosha man with a violent criminal history is facing three new felony drug charges after police say they caught him with more than 30 counterfeit pills containing fentanyl and MDMA, along with a stash of marijuana hidden in his body. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Somers Man Accused of Assaulting Elderly Housemate, Obstructing Arrest
SOMERS, Wis. — A 61-year-old Somers man is facing felony charges after allegedly assaulting his elderly housemate and refusing to cooperate with sheriff’s deputies during a chaotic arrest at a deteriorating home in the Town of Somers. Nick W. Picazo was formally charged Friday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with felony physical abuse of an elder person—intentionally causing bodily harm. He also faces misdemeanor counts of disorderly conduct and obstructing an officer. Court Commissioner William Michel II set bail at $1,000 cash. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 27. According to the criminal complaint, deputies responded to a home on 38th Street Thursday evening after a 65-year-old man reported being slapped, pinned down, and having his hair pulled out by Picazo, who allegedly returned home intoxicated and enraged over
Underwear-Clad Intruder Charged After Breaking Into Porch, Banging on Door
Phillipp Schiavi, 58, of Kenosha KENOSHA, Wis. — A 58-year-old Kenosha man is facing three criminal charges after allegedly running through a neighborhood in his underwear and trying to force his way into a stranger’s home while screaming profanities. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Man Charged with Fourth OWI After Allegedly Crashing While High and Fleeing Scene
KENOSHA, Wis. — A 56-year-old Kenosha man is facing six new criminal charges after police say he crashed into a parked car early Tuesday morning
Child Sex Offender Charged Again After Allegedly Brandishing Gun in Kenosha
Jesse L. Miracle, 46, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 46-year-old convicted child sex offender is
Man Formally Charged in 2023 Child Sex Crime Allegations After Being Extradited from Prison
Seth A. Geyer, 39, of Mt. Pleasant, Wis. in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) RANDALL, Wis. – A Mount Pleasant man was
Wheatland Man Accused of Pointing Shotgun at Passing Motorcyclist
WHEATLAND, Wis. — A 61-year-old Wheatland man is facing three misdemeanor charges after allegedly pointing a shotgun at a passing motorcyclist while under the influence
19-Year-Old Killed in Early Morning Crash in Randall
RANDALL, Wis. – A 19-year-old man was killed early Tuesday morning in a single-vehicle crash along County Highway P in Randall, according to the Kenosha
Kenosha Detectives Warn Over 50 Attendees About Sophisticated Scams at Fraud Awareness Event
KENOSHA, Wis. – More than 50 people gathered at Ruffolo’s II on Monday evening as three Kenosha Police Department officers delivered a sobering, and at
Former Racine Prison Official Pleads Guilty to Reduced Charges in Inmate Sex Case
Jacqueline Heidt, 39, of Racine(Racine County Sheriff’s Office) RACINE, Wis. — A former corrections supervisor who once faced more than 800 years in prison for
Full Parade Lineup Announced for 2025 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade
KENOSHA, Wis. – The lineup is set for this year’s Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade, which will step off Sunday, June 29, 2025, in downtown Kenosha.
Kenosha Man Accused of Severely Beating Elderly Wife When He Was Confronted Over Not Showering in Two Months
Michael R. Navrotsky, 67, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 67-year-old Kenosha man, and former corrections Sergeant is facing multiple felony charges after
Kenosha Man Accused of New Offenses Days After Release on Drug and Threat Charges
Ryan M. Phillips, 40, of Kenosha in Court(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – Less than 48 hours after posting bail
Kenosha Man Charged with Fourth OWI After Allegedly Driving Drunk Through McDonald’s Drive-Thru
William G. Wood, 52, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 52-year-old Kenosha man is facing a felony drunk driving charge after allegedly attempting
Salem Lakes Man Accused of Punching Elderly Wife, Faces Felony Abuse Charges
SALEM LAKES, Wis. — A 60-year-old man was charged Monday with felony elder abuse and misdemeanor disorderly conduct after allegedly punching his wife in the
Kenosha Police to Host First-Ever Community Day and Movie Night at Tremper High School
KENOSHA, Wis. — The Kenosha Police Department will host its inaugural Community Day and Movie Night on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Tremper High School,
Residents Slam Salem Lakes Fire Department Over Surprise EMS Bills, Allegations of Poor Leadership
SALEM LAKES, Wis. — Can you be billed hundreds of dollars simply because someone else thought you might be hurt? Many residents in Salem Lakes
Secret Talks for Waterpark and Amphitheater Spark Uproar in Salem Lakes
Salem Lakes Village Hall(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) SALEM LAKES, Wis. — A sweeping and potentially transformative development may be on the horizon
Steil Secures $700K Federal Grant for Pike River Restoration in Kenosha County
KENOSHA, Wis. – Kenosha County will receive $700,000 in federal funding to support water quality improvements and habitat restoration along the Pike River, Congressman Bryan
Teen Charged in High-Speed Chase That Endangered Multiple Children
SOMERS, Wis. – A Kenosha teenager is facing six felony charges after allegedly leading deputies on a dangerous high-speed chase through residential neighborhoods with three
Kenosha Woman Accused of Assaulting Adult Daughter, Striking Infant Grandson During Fight
Tiffany N. Tyler, 44, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha woman is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly attacking her adult
$17,500 Bail Set for Kenosha Man Caught with Fentanyl, MDMA, and Marijuana, Police Say
Elijah B. Echols, 27, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 27-year-old Kenosha man with a violent criminal history is facing three new felony
Somers Man Accused of Assaulting Elderly Housemate, Obstructing Arrest
SOMERS, Wis. — A 61-year-old Somers man is facing felony charges after allegedly assaulting his elderly housemate and refusing to cooperate with sheriff’s deputies during
Underwear-Clad Intruder Charged After Breaking Into Porch, Banging on Door
Phillipp Schiavi, 58, of Kenosha KENOSHA, Wis. — A 58-year-old Kenosha man is facing three criminal charges after allegedly running through a neighborhood in his
Trio Charged in Kenosha Wallet Theft and Gift Card Scheme
Keir Saunders, 47, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — Three suspects are facing felony charges after a Kenosha grocery store manager’s stolen wallet was
Salem Lakes Board Sparks Outrage After Voting to Let Convicted Predator Live Near Park, Boy Scout Camp
Child Predator Joshuah C. Koboldt, 40, of Salem Lakes (9416 276th Avenue)(Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry) SALEM LAKES, Wis. — The Salem Lakes Village Board ignited
Extreme Heat Warning: Kenosha County Reminds Residents of Available Cooling Centers
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. – With extreme heat warnings in effect this week, Kenosha County officials are urging residents to take precautions and make use of