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Woman Accused of Letting Dog Rot to Death Gets $1,000 Cash Bail After Prosecutors Sought $25,000 on Seven-Count Animal Neglect Case

Shunlisa Carter, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) SOMERS, Wis. — A courtroom observer described the bail decision as “grotesquely low” after Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen “Half Off” Henry ordered just $1,000 cash bail for a woman accused of leaving a dog to die in deplorable conditions, despite prosecutors requesting $25,000 cash bail. The observer further told Kenosha County Eye that decisions like Friday’s illustrate why attorneys who perform contract work for the State Public Defender’s Office as defense attorneys should not be presiding over criminal cases as neutral judicial officers. Shunlisa Carter, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen “Half Off” Henry In Court(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) You must be logged in to view the rest of this

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Felony Battery Charge Filed After Kenosha Man Allegedly Strikes Officer During Arrest; $6,000 Cash Bail Set

Shawn P. Stachnik, 48, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of striking a police officer in the face while officers attempted to arrest him on an outstanding felony warrant was ordered held on a $6,000 cash bail Friday by Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen Henry after prosecutors sought $8,000 cash bail. Shawn P. Stachnik, 48, of Kenosha, appeared in custody with attorney Kristyne Watson. Court records indicate Stachnik may also be subject to a probation hold. Shawn P. Stachnik, 48, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Outta Sight Kite Flight Returns to Kenosha Lakefront for 23rd Year

KENOSHA, Wis. — Hundreds of colorful kites will once again fill the skies above Kenosha’s lakefront next weekend as the annual Outta Sight Kite Flight returns to Kennedy Park for its 23rd year in the city. The free family-friendly event will take place Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kennedy Park, 4051 Fifth Ave. Organizers expect thousands of visitors to attend the two-day festival, which has become one of Kenosha’s most recognizable summer traditions. One of the event’s signature attractions is the Zeigler Hyundai Grand Launch, scheduled for noon both days. During the launch, organizers expect 400 to 500 kites to take to the air simultaneously, creating a colorful display over Lake Michigan. Visitors will also be treated to performances by several

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Bill Hopkins Named 2026 Kenosha County Veteran of the Year at Annual Veterans Picnic

KENOSHA, Wis. — Veterans from across generations gathered Friday at the Kenosha County Veterans Memorial Park for the annual Veterans Appreciation Summer Picnic, an event that celebrated military service, community involvement, and this year’s Kenosha County Veteran of the Year honoree, Bill Hopkins. Hopkins, a U.S. Navy veteran and longtime community volunteer, received the 2026 Kenosha County Veteran of the Year award, which recognizes veterans who continue serving their communities long after leaving active duty. “Standing here as the Kenosha County Veteran of the Year for 2026 is an honor I will never forget,” Hopkins said. “Today reminds us that service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. It continues in our communities in how we show up for one another, and in how we carry forward the lessons and

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Felony Battery Charge Filed After Kenosha Man Allegedly Strikes Officer During Arrest; $6,000 Cash Bail Set

Shawn P. Stachnik, 48, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of striking a police officer in the face while officers attempted to arrest him on an outstanding felony warrant was ordered held on a $6,000 cash bail Friday by Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen Henry after prosecutors sought $8,000 cash bail. Shawn P. Stachnik, 48, of Kenosha, appeared in custody with attorney Kristyne Watson. Court records indicate Stachnik may also be subject to a probation hold. Shawn P. Stachnik, 48, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Outta Sight Kite Flight Returns to Kenosha Lakefront for 23rd Year

KENOSHA, Wis. — Hundreds of colorful kites will once again fill the skies above Kenosha’s lakefront next weekend as the annual Outta Sight Kite Flight returns to Kennedy Park for its 23rd year in the city. The free family-friendly event will take place Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kennedy Park, 4051 Fifth Ave. Organizers expect thousands of visitors to attend the two-day festival, which has become one of Kenosha’s most recognizable summer traditions. One of the event’s signature attractions is the Zeigler Hyundai Grand Launch, scheduled for noon both days. During the launch, organizers expect 400 to 500 kites to take to the air simultaneously, creating a colorful display over Lake Michigan. Visitors will also be treated to performances by several

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No-Cash Bail Ordered for Kenosha Woman Charged With Felony False Imprisonment in Domestic Violence Case

Samantha Caprice Washington, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 22-year-old Kenosha woman is facing a felony charge after prosecutors allege she physically prevented the father of her child from leaving a room at the Shalom Center, pulled his hair, punched him, and continued assaultive behavior as he attempted to leave. Court records show Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen Henry ordered no-cash bail during the defendant’s initial appearance Friday. Samantha Caprice Washington, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Kenosha Man Accused of Throwing 67-Year-Old Woman Onto Couch; Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen Henry Orders $5,000 Cash Bail

Damian J. Pavlovich, 38, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of picking up a 67-year-old woman and throwing her onto a couch during a domestic disturbance was ordered held on a $5,000 cash bail Friday after prosecutors argued the allegations warranted detention. Damian J. Pavlovich, 38, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Prince Hall Masons Donate $1,000 to Support Mental Health of Kenosha 911 Dispatchers

KENOSHA, Wis. — A local Masonic organization has donated $1,000 to Kenosha Joint Services to help support the mental health of the county’s 911 dispatchers, recognizing the emotional toll emergency communications personnel face on a daily basis. Members of Kenosha Prince Hall Masons Joppa Lodge No. 9 recently presented the donation to Joint Services officials. The funds will be used to enhance the agency’s “quiet room,” a space where dispatchers can decompress following traumatic or emotionally difficult calls. “This is more than a monetary donation,” Joppa Lodge No. 9 leader Duke B. Montgomery III said during the presentation. “This is a recognition — a recognition to say that the work that you do is meaningful, and we see you. Your mental well-being is important, and we see you.” Joint Services

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Kenosha Man Accused of Dragging Mother of His Child by Hair, Beating Her During Domestic Dispute; No-Cash Bail Ordered

Jaylen R. McGovern, 21, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man is facing a domestic violence battery charge after the mother of his child told police he grabbed her by the hair, dragged her to the ground, kicked her and punched her during an argument earlier this month. A court commissioner ordered no-cash bail Friday despite prosecutors seeking cash bail. Jaylen R. McGovern, 21, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kenosha’s Outdoor Pools Set to Open June 16 for Summer Season

KENOSHA, Wis. — Residents looking to beat the summer heat will soon have two options as the City of Kenosha prepares to open its outdoor public swimming pools for the 2026 season. According to a city announcement, both Washington Park Pool and Anderson Park Pool are scheduled to open on June 16, providing residents and visitors with a place to cool off during the summer months. Washington Park Pool, located at 1821 Washington Road, features a zero-depth entry pool, interactive water features, a 200-foot waterslide, a drop slide and a diving board. Anderson Park Pool, located at 8730 22nd Ave., includes a large main pool, a separate tot pool with a children’s slide, two full-size waterslides, a diving board, splash pad area, lockers and shaded seating. The pools are expected

Drug-Using Therapist and Former Foster Parent Re-Charged With Two Counts of Violating Harassment Injunction After Technical Dismissal

KENOSHA, Wis. — Just 52 days after Judge David Wilk issued a four-year harassment injunction prohibiting Kenosha therapist and former foster parent Jacqueline P. Niccolai from contacting Kenosha County Eye publisher Kevin Mathewson, prosecutors allege she violated the order by directly communicating with him on social media, calling him a “fucking idiot,” a “pussy ass bitch,” and claiming his page was created by someone “clearly retarded.” Niccolai has since characterized the charges online as “prosecution for calling somebody bad words.” However, the criminal complaint alleges something different: that after twice losing in court and being ordered to have no contact with Mathewson, Niccolai knowingly violated a harassment injunction by contacting him through social media. The two misdemeanor charges, which were refiled Thursday after a technical dismissal, stem from alleged violations

Kenosha Police Gives KCE Inside Look at AI-Assisted Report Drafting, State-of-the-Art Automated Drone Response Technology, Real-Time Body Camera Monitoring and Officer Threat Detection Systems

KENOSHA, Wis. — Patrol officers today spend a surprisingly large amount of their shifts not chasing suspects, responding to emergencies or walking neighborhoods — but writing reports. According to Kenosha Police Department command staff, patrol officers currently spend between 40 and 60 percent of their shifts documenting incidents. KPD believes that over the next year, that number could potentially be reduced to around 20 percent through new technology being implemented throughout the department. Today, Kenosha County Eye met with Lt. Adam Jurgens and Sgt. Brian Miller of the Office of Professional Standards, Sgt. Cory Brennan of the Training Division, and briefly with Inspector Aaron Dillhoff, the department’s third in command directly below the deputy chief, for a detailed walkthrough and live demonstration of several systems being implemented by the department,

Indian Trail Senior Killed in Pleasant Prairie Crash Remembered by School, Co-Workers; Fundraiser Planned for Family

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Friends, classmates, teachers and co-workers are mourning the loss of Indian Trail High School and Academy senior Abraham “Javy” Gloria, who was killed Tuesday morning in a devastating crash in Pleasant Prairie just days before he was scheduled to graduate. As the community grieves, Waterfront Warehouse has announced a fundraiser to help Gloria’s family. The restaurant will donate 10 percent of all sales on Wednesday, June 3, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Patrons are encouraged to dine in or carry out and wear a bandana in Gloria’s honor. The fatal crash occurred near 91st Avenue and 22nd Avenue in Pleasant Prairie. Scanner traffic indicates authorities received reports of a serious two-vehicle crash, prompting an immediate response from police, firefighters and paramedics. Emergency dispatchers relayed reports

Man Sets Himself on Fire at Kenosha Speedway, Suffers Severe Burns

KENOSHA, Wis. — A man suffered severe burns Thursday after allegedly dousing himself with gasoline, setting himself on fire, and running into a Speedway gas station near Washington Road and 30th Avenue, according to information gathered by Kenosha County Eye. Multiple sources tell Kenosha County Eye that the man intentionally poured gasoline on himself before igniting the fuel. After catching fire, he reportedly ran into the Speedway convenience store, where employees quickly sprang into action. According to information obtained by Kenosha County Eye, several Speedway employees used fire extinguishers to put out the flames, likely preventing the man’s injuries from becoming even more catastrophic. A large emergency response from the Kenosha Police Department and Kenosha Fire Department followed. Scanner traffic reviewed by Kenosha County Eye confirmed a significant incident in

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Kenosha Man Charged With 3rd-Offense OWI After Crashing Into Light Pole, Allegedly Admitting Cocaine Use

Alexander L. Jacobson, 40, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 40-year-old Kenosha man appeared before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Aileen “Half-Off” Henry on May 28 after prosecutors charged him with third-offense operating while intoxicated following a crash into a light pole on the city’s south side. The commissioner found probable cause, entered a not guilty plea on his behalf, and continued a $1,000 cash bond that had already been posted. Court records show Alexander L. Jacobson of Kenosha is due back in court for a pretrial conference on June 12. Alexander L. Jacobson, 40, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Milwaukee Man Accused of Causing Rollover Crash, Fleeing Scene; Posts Cash Bail

Fernando Avina, 22, of Milwaukee(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 22-year-old Milwaukee man is accused of running a red light, causing a violent rollover crash that injured another driver, and then fleeing the scene before police tracked him down days later. Fernando Avina, 22, of Milwaukee(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Milwaukee Musician Charged With Felony Battery After Allegedly Punching 65-Year-Old Bandmate During Kenosha Practice Session

Kenosha Police(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Milwaukee man has been charged with a felony after prosecutors say he repeatedly punched a 65-year-old fellow musician during a dispute while members of a local band were practicing in a Kenosha basement. Jacob T. Kubacki, 50, of Milwaukee, was charged Thursday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with battery to an elder person and disorderly conduct. An initial appearance had not yet been scheduled as of Thursday afternoon, according to court records. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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‘Fuck the Neighbors’ Shirt-Wearing Kenosha Man Charged After Allegedly Harassing Neighbors With Loud Music and Profanity

Richard C. Tabili, 63, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man who allegedly wore a shirt proclaiming “Fuck the neighbors” while blasting loud music and engaging in an ongoing feud with nearby residents was charged Thursday after multiple neighbors complained to authorities about his behavior. Richard C. Tabili, 63, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Veteran Kenosha Police Officer, Field Training Officer Arrested for OWI After Crash Into Traffic Standard

Kenosha Police Office Luke J. Courtier(Scene Photo by KCE Reader) KENOSHA, Wis. — A veteran Kenosha police officer and field training officer was arrested for OWI after crashing into a traffic standard near Green Bay Road and 60th Street last Friday morning, according to information obtained by Kenosha County Eye. Kenosha Police Office Luke J. Courtier(Kenosha Police) (Scene Photo by KCE Reader) (Scene Photo by KCE Reader) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Illinois Man Convicted in 2022 Double Homicide; Another Homicide Conviction Secured by the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office

KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha County jury today found Kendal T. Readus (32), of Illinois, guilty on all counts related to the September 18, 2022 shooting outside Las Margaritas Tavern in Kenosha that left James Hood and Houston Oliver dead and two additional victims injured. The jury convicted Readus of all five charged counts following deliberations that began at 2:18 p.m. The jury reviewed evidence, including video footage, and returned guilty verdicts at 3:51 p.m. The verdicts were formally read in court at 3:54 p.m. According to the criminal complaint, Readus was at Las Margaritas Tavern, located at 2232 Roosevelt Road, on September 18, 2022. After an altercation inside the tavern, he was removed from the bar. Prosecutors proved at trial that Readus entered a vehicle and then opened fire

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Kenosha Man Charged After Crash That Killed Longtime Couple’s Motorcycle Passenger, Critically Injured Rider; Bail Set at $250,000

Archie L. Heath, Sr, 66, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office)(Crash Scene Photo by BC) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 66-year-old Kenosha man accused of driving drunk and pulling into the path of a motorcycle was formally charged Wednesday in connection with a catastrophic crash that killed 38-year-old Daliborka Klasan of Kenosha and critically injured her longtime partner, 41-year-old David Owens, near 60th Street and 19th Avenue. David Owens, 41, and The Late Daliborka Klasan, 38, of Kenosha(Facebook.com) The Late Daliborka Klasan, 38, and David Owens, 41, of Kenosha(Facebook.com) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Memorial Day Chaos Outside Shenanigans Leads to Two Felony Cases After AR-15 Gunfire, Police Threats and Street Fight

Deshawn T. Taylor, 32, and Jesus M. Mejia-Lopez, 37, both of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Two Kenosha men are now facing felony charges stemming from the same chaotic Memorial Day disturbance outside Shenanigans after police say one man fired an AR-15 into the air during a crowded street confrontation while another allegedly resisted officers and threatened police during the investigation. Jesus Mejia-Lopez Deshawn Taylor Crime Scene Photo by BC You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Father Accused of Choking Daughter Until She Foamed at the Mouth Given No-Cash Bail by Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun

Kenneth Hill, 65, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of violently choking his adult daughter twice during a domestic abuse incident — allegedly to the point she began foaming at the mouth and struggled to breathe — was given no-cash bail Tuesday by Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun despite prosecutors requesting cash bail. Kenneth Hill, 65, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Chicago Woman Accused of Tossing Cash During Arrest After Kenosha Traffic Stop Turns Chaotic; Three Charged

Douglas Vincent Black Jr., 33, of Kenosha, and Jennifer Aguila, 33, of ChicagoTina Lynn Ramos-Cox, 59, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office and Facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun on Wednesday ordered $600 cash bail for two defendants accused of interfering with Kenosha police officers during a chaotic April traffic stop that prosecutors say escalated into a physical struggle, attempts to retrieve car keys, and a confrontation inside a residence. Jennifer Aguila Douglas Black Tina Ramos-Cox You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Kenosha Woman Allegedly Told Deputy She Was “Probably a 10” on Intoxication Scale Before Third-Offense OWI Arrest; Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun Sets $1,000 Cash Bail

Katrice L. Martin, 49, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) SOMERS, Wis. — A Kenosha woman accused of driving drunk for the third time while operating with a revoked license and allegedly violating an ignition interlock requirement appeared before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun on Tuesday, where prosecutors sought $2,500 cash bail before the court ultimately set a $1,000 cash bail with conditions. Katrice L. Martin, 49, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Illinois Hold Finally Ends: Chicago Man Brought Back to Kenosha to Face Outlet Mall Burglary Cases

Matthew Z. Newbern, 25, of Chicago(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Chicago man accused in a string of retail burglaries tied to businesses in Kenosha County is finally back in Wisconsin custody after months of delays caused by incarceration in Illinois, bringing two long-stalled felony cases back to life. Matthew Z. Newbern, 25, of Chicago(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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