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Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling Endorses Sandy Wiedmeyer in State Senate Race

KENOSHA, Wis. — Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling has endorsed Sandy Wiedmeyer in her campaign for Wisconsin’s 11th State Senate District, according to a campaign press release issued Tuesday. Wiedmeyer, a Republican and former chairwoman of the Republican Party of Kenosha County, is seeking the seat in advance of the Aug. 11 Republican primary. The 11th Senate District includes all of Walworth County and portions of Kenosha, Racine, and Rock counties. In announcing his endorsement, Schmaling cited Wiedmeyer’s record on public safety, parental rights, accountability, and conservative activism throughout southeastern Wisconsin. The campaign said Schmaling pointed to her role in co-founding the Kenosha County chapter of Moms for Liberty — described as the first chapter in Wisconsin — and her efforts recruiting conservative school board candidates. “I’m honored to have

Rodriguez Launches Campaign for Kenosha County Clerk of Courts

KENOSHA, Wis. — Zach Rodriguez, a lifelong Kenosha County resident, small business owner, former three-term Kenosha County supervisor, and court services professional, announced Monday that he is running for Kenosha County Clerk of Courts. Rodriguez said he is seeking the office with a commitment to maintaining an efficient, accessible, and transparent court system that serves attorneys, judges, litigants, jurors, crime victims, and the public. He said the Clerk of Courts office plays a critical role in ensuring people who interact with the judicial system are treated with professionalism, respect, and fairness. “For years, I have had the opportunity to work alongside attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, and everyday citizens navigating the legal system,” Rodriguez said in a statement. “I understand that many people interact with the courts during some

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Child Pornography Charges Filed Against Salem Lakes Man Out On Bail For Sexual Assault Of 11-Year-Old Girl

Corey Daniel Beckman, 38, of Salem Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Corey Daniel Beckman, 38, of Salem Lakes, was charged Monday with 12 felony counts, including 10 counts of possession of child pornography and two counts of possession of virtual child pornography, months after he was released on a $75,000 cash bond in a separate case alleging repeated sexual assault of an 11-year-old girl. The new charges were filed in Kenosha County Circuit Court and stem from the same investigation conducted by the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Corey Daniel Beckman Corey Daniel Beckman You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Drug-Using Therapist And Former Foster Parent Arraigned On Seven Criminal Charges Across Two Cases, Then Posts Mock ‘Kenosha’s Most Wanted’ Photo Online

KENOSHA, Wis. — Jacqueline P. Niccolai, 39, of Kenosha, a therapist and former foster parent, pleaded not guilty June 10 to seven criminal charges across two separate Kenosha County cases and was formally arraigned before the court. Despite the pending criminal cases, Niccolai has continued posting about the prosecutions online, including a recent social media post in which she mocked the proceedings and portrayed herself as “Kenosha’s Most Wanted.” One of the cases accuses Niccolai of twice violating a four-year harassment injunction obtained by Kenosha County Eye Publisher Kevin Mathewson. The second case charges Niccolai with criminal defamation, two counts of bail jumping, unlawful use of a computerized communication system, and disorderly conduct. Court records show Judge David O. Hughes is assigned to both cases, with status conferences scheduled for

Rodriguez Launches Campaign for Kenosha County Clerk of Courts

KENOSHA, Wis. — Zach Rodriguez, a lifelong Kenosha County resident, small business owner, former three-term Kenosha County supervisor, and court services professional, announced Monday that he is running for Kenosha County Clerk of Courts. Rodriguez said he is seeking the office with a commitment to maintaining an efficient, accessible, and transparent court system that serves attorneys, judges, litigants, jurors, crime victims, and the public. He said the Clerk of Courts office plays a critical role in ensuring people who interact with the judicial system are treated with professionalism, respect, and fairness. “For years, I have had the opportunity to work alongside attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, and everyday citizens navigating the legal system,” Rodriguez said in a statement. “I understand that many people interact with the courts during some

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Child Pornography Charges Filed Against Salem Lakes Man Out On Bail For Sexual Assault Of 11-Year-Old Girl

Corey Daniel Beckman, 38, of Salem Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Corey Daniel Beckman, 38, of Salem Lakes, was charged Monday with 12 felony counts, including 10 counts of possession of child pornography and two counts of possession of virtual child pornography, months after he was released on a $75,000 cash bond in a separate case alleging repeated sexual assault of an 11-year-old girl. The new charges were filed in Kenosha County Circuit Court and stem from the same investigation conducted by the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Corey Daniel Beckman Corey Daniel Beckman You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Leadership Kenosha Extends Application Deadline, Seeks Nonprofit Project Proposals

KENOSHA, Wis. — Leadership Kenosha has extended the application deadline for its upcoming 2026-2027 cohort and is encouraging local residents interested in developing their leadership skills to apply by July 1. The community-based program, operated through the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce, also is seeking project proposals from local nonprofit organizations with unmet needs. According to organizers, Leadership Kenosha is designed to connect participants with local leaders, organizations, and community issues while helping them build professional networks and strengthen leadership abilities. The program focuses on skills such as conflict management, communication, relationship building, problem-solving, and inclusive leadership. A key component of the program involves participants working in teams on projects benefiting nonprofit organizations throughout Kenosha County. Organizers say the projects provide hands-on opportunities to address community needs while developing teamwork

Garbage Pickup Will Not Be Delayed During Fourth of July Week, City Says

KENOSHA, Wis. — The City of Kenosha is advising residents that curbside garbage collection will continue on its normal schedule during the week of Independence Day, despite an error printed in the city’s 2026 Garbage, Yard Waste, and Recycling Calendar. According to a press release issued Monday by the Department of Public Works, the original calendar incorrectly showed a delay in collection on Friday, July 3. City officials said there will be no change to waste collection service that day, and Waste Division crews will operate on their regular schedule. While garbage pickup will not be affected, several city-operated drop-off facilities will close for the July 4 holiday. The Compost/Yard Waste Drop-Off Site at 4071 88th Ave. will be closed Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day and will

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Gurnee Man Accused of Trashing 15-Year-Old Ex-Girlfriend’s Bedroom, Stealing Designer Items, Then Threatening to Kill Her Family at Dave’s Hot Chicken

Chase Kuhn, 18, of Gurnee, IL(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — An 18-year-old Gurnee, Illinois man is facing a felony charge and five misdemeanor charges after prosecutors allege he threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend and her family at a Kenosha restaurant one day after allegedly breaking into her bedroom in Bristol, trashing the room, stealing designer items, and threatening violence. Court records show Chase Kuhn appeared Monday before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun, who set a combined $7,000 cash bond despite prosecutors seeking $25,000 cash bail in the felony case. Chase Kuhn, 18, of Gurnee, IL(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kenosha’s Independence Day Celebrations to Bring Parade, Festival, Fireworks and Major Traffic Changes

KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha’s annual Independence Day festivities are set to return over the next two weeks, bringing a veterans parade, a two-day lakefront festival, fireworks over Lake Michigan and significant traffic and parking restrictions throughout the city’s downtown and HarborPark areas. The celebrations begin Sunday, June 28, with the Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade presented by Snap-on. The parade will feature veterans organizations, marching bands and live entertainment. According to the City of Kenosha, streets along the parade route will be closed from approximately noon until 3:45 p.m., while roads within the parade staging area will begin closing at 9 a.m. The parade will begin on Seventh Avenue at Washington Road and travel south along Seventh Avenue before continuing through downtown on Sixth Avenue. The route ends near Library Park,

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Pit Bull Stabbed to Death, Owner Gets $2,500 Cash Bail After State Sought $7,500

Ahmaud R. Beal, 30 of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of stabbing an 11-year-old pit bull to death was given a $2,500 cash bond Monday by Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun, despite prosecutors seeking a $7,500 cash bond. Ahmaud R. Beal, 30, is charged with felony mistreatment of animals as a repeater after authorities say he stabbed a dog named Chopper in the chest during an argument, causing injuries that ultimately led to the animal’s death. Ahmaud R. Beal, 30 of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Racine Motorcyclist Accused of Fleeing 100 MPH Traffic Stop Gets $1,000 Cash Bail After State Sought $7,500

Jaime Hernandez-Rivas, 25, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 25-year-old Racine man accused of fleeing a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office traffic stop while riding a motorcycle at approximately 100 mph in a 35 mph zone was released Monday on a $1,000 cash bail after prosecutors argued for a bond more than seven times higher. Jaime Hernandez-Rivas, 25, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Hit-and-Run Driver With Prior Felony Case Turns Herself In After Seeing Herself on KCE Following Bus Shelter Crash; Open Alcohol, Suspected Marijuana Found in Vehicle: Video

Hannah M. Hernandez, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha woman with a prior felony criminal case turned herself in to police Sunday evening after seeing herself identified on Kenosha County Eye following a hit-and-run crash that destroyed a bus shelter at Sheridan Road and 65th Street. Photos taken inside the vehicle showed an open alcoholic beverage and what appeared to be marijuana, raising questions about whether the driver may have been under the influence at the time of the crash. Inside Hannah M. Hernandez’s Vehicle Inside Hannah M. Hernandez’s Vehicle You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Twin Lakes Man Out on $5,000 Cash Bail for Stalking, Drug Charges Accused of Felony Bail Jumping After Interfering With Brother’s OWI Arrest; 79-Year-Old Mother Also Charged

Cian C. Cantwell, 41, and Judith A. Cantwell, Both of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Cian C. Cantwell, 41, of Twin Lakes, who was free on a $5,000 cash bail in a felony stalking and cocaine case, is accused of committing new crimes after prosecutors say he interfered with deputies attempting to arrest his brother, Craig C. Cantwell, 47, following an alleged drunken-driving traffic stop that ended at the family’s home. Cian’s mother, Judith A. Cantwell, 79, is also facing criminal charges stemming from the same incident. Judith A. Cantwell Cian C. Cantwell Craig C. Cantwel, 47, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Drug Trafficking House Dad Arrested Nearly Three Years After Warrant; Mom Finished Sentence Years Ago

Rudy A. Chagoya, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) Editor’s Note (June 22, 2026, 3:10 p.m.): This story has been updated to reflect that the charges against Rudy A. Chagoya were dismissed without prejudice during a June 22, 2026 initial appearance before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun. The State did not oppose defense counsel’s motion to dismiss, which was granted for reasons stated on the record. The dismissal was without prejudice, meaning charges could potentially be refiled in the future. KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of operating a drug trafficking house where three young children lived was arrested June 18, 2026, on a felony warrant that had been outstanding for nearly three years. Rudy A. Chagoya, 34, was also taken into custody on a probation

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Felon Accused of Carrying Loaded Glock Arrested Six Months After Missing Court

Ian C. Glover, 33, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man who failed to appear for court late last year was arrested June 19, 2026, on a bench warrant and is now facing new felony firearm charges after deputies allegedly found a loaded handgun, a switchblade, suspected narcotics, and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop in Salem Lakes. Ian C. Glover, 33, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Crash Into Utility Pole, Creek Leads to New Charges for Woman Already Accused of Impersonating Sister in Court

Danielle N. Klowatyj, 31 of Round Lake, IL(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) The Story Was Update June 22, 2026, at 2:54 p.m. KENOSHA, Wis. — Just days after being arrested on a felony warrant in a case accusing her of using her sister’s identity during a traffic stop and later appearing in court as that sister, an Illinois woman is facing new criminal charges after police say she refused commands and resisted officers following a dramatic crash involving a stolen vehicle. Danielle N. Klowatyj, 31 of Round Lake, IL(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Third-Offense OWI Defendant Arrested Nearly One Year After Skipping Court

Sandro Medina, 50, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Pleasant Prairie man charged with third-offense operating while intoxicated and multiple related offenses was arrested Saturday, nearly one year after failing to appear in court on the case. Sandro Medina, 50, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Time Served, Then Threats: Woman in 100-MPH Chase Demands Kenosha County Eye Remove Mugshot and Story

KENOSHA, Wis. — Just days after receiving a sentence that resulted in her immediate release from custody, Desteny Iana Chavez-Diaz contacted Kenosha County Eye demanding that her mugshot and a previously published story about her criminal case be removed. Chavez-Diaz, who appears to use the name “Lucy Alvarez” on Facebook, threatened to hire an attorney after being informed that the records and reporting were based on public information and would remain online. Chavez-Diaz was charged after authorities alleged she led law enforcement on a high-speed chase through Kenosha County, reaching speeds in excess of 100 mph, running red lights, nearly striking other motorists, endangering her passenger, and endangering Lt. Chase Forster of the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Prosecutors originally charged her with three counts of First-Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, felony

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Stranded Seniors, Bed Bug Allegations, and a Broken Elevator: Residents Say Coachlight Communities, City of Kenosha Have Done Nothing

Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes KENOSHA, Wis. — Elderly and disabled residents at Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes, a facility managed by Coachlight Communities LLC, say they have been stranded in their homes for nearly two weeks after the building’s sole elevator failed, while allegations of bed bug infestations continue to circulate among residents and former residents. Family members and residents told Kenosha County Eye that despite repeated complaints, neither Coachlight Communities, the City of Kenosha, the Kenosha Fire Department, nor Mayor David Bogdala’s administration have done anything to address what they describe as a serious and ongoing health and safety concern. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kenosha County Eye Logo Appears in Italian Mural, Raising Questions About Its Origins

KENOSHA, Wis. — A mural unveiled in Cosenza, Italy, and recently highlighted by Kenosha Sister Cities appears to contain a striking image familiar to readers of Kenosha County Eye: a lighthouse bearing an eye symbol that closely resembles the publication’s logo. The image surfaced June 18 when Kenosha Sister Cities shared a photograph on Facebook showing former Kenosha firefighter Jeff Weidner standing in front of the mural during a visit to Cosenza. The artwork prominently features a lighthouse overlooking a body of water, complete with a large eye symbol near the top of the tower. While lighthouses are commonly associated with Kenosha’s Lake Michigan shoreline, it was the eye symbol that immediately drew attention. The combination of a lighthouse and eye closely mirrors the logo that has represented Kenosha County

More Than 3,100 Attend Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast at Spoerlein Family Farms

BRIGHTON, Wis. — More than 3,100 people turned out Saturday morning for the 2026 Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast, continuing a longtime tradition that celebrates Wisconsin’s dairy industry and the local farm families who help sustain it. Held at Spoerlein Family Farms in Brighton, the event drew 3,153 guests under sunny skies and comfortable temperatures. Organized by Kenosha County Dairy Promotion, the annual breakfast rotates among working dairy farms throughout the county. The event gives residents an opportunity to visit an active farm, learn more about dairy agriculture and spend time with the families who produce many of the products that have made Wisconsin known as America’s Dairyland. Food remained one of the biggest attractions. Volunteers prepared large quantities of scrambled eggs using the event’s trademark dustpan method, while pancakes were

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Kenosha Single Mother Says FleetMedic Owner Admitted To Scamming Her for Nearly $1,000

FleetMedic LLC owner Cody Russell Christenson Jr.(facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha single mother says the owner of a Wisconsin mobile mechanic business admitted he scammed her out of nearly $1,000 after she confronted him with evidence she says showed he never performed repairs he claimed had been completed. Allegedly New Compressor You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kenosha Police Captain and Sheriff Candidate James Beller Reunites With Man He Arrested 23 Years Ago, Who Says the Encounter Helped Turn His Life Around

KENOSHA, Wis. — A sheriff’s campaign often brings candidates into contact with voters they have never met before. For Kenosha Police Captain and sheriff candidate James Beller, it recently led to a reunion with a man he arrested 23 years ago — a man who says that encounter helped put him on a path toward a better life. Seeing James Beller’s campaign for sheriff brought back memories for Daevon Worley, now 43, who reached out to the Kenosha police captain after years without speaking to him. Today, Worley is openly supporting Beller’s bid for sheriff, but he told Kenosha County Eye that his support stems from experiences that began long before the current campaign. The contact led to a recent reunion and recorded conversation in which Worley reflected on an

Prairie Neighbors Feature on Sheriff Zoerner Sparks Backlash Among Pleasant Prairie Residents

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Embattled Sheriff David W. Zoerner appears to be pulling out all the stops in his quest to remain sheriff. Zoerner, whose own command staff has publicly turned against him and whose support among deputies has evaporated, is viewed by many critics as having an approval rating that is effectively near zero within significant portions of his own agency. He now finds himself featured in a glossy, feel-good magazine profile that many Pleasant Prairie residents view as little more than campaign literature disguised as a community-interest story. Kenosha County Eye was contacted by no fewer than 10 residents after the July edition of Prairie Neighbors magazine began arriving in mailboxes. Although the residents reached out independently, they expressed strikingly similar concerns. Each questioned why a publication that

90-Day Deadline Passes In McGrath John Doe; DA Solis Requests More Time To Review Outside Investigation

Editor’s Note: This story was updated on June 18, 2026, at 11:05 p.m. KENOSHA, Wis. — More than 90 days after Chief Judge Wynne P. Laufenberg ordered the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office to review a John Doe petition involving former Kenosha County Sheriff’s Deputy Frank McGrath, no criminal charges have been filed and prosecutors are seeking additional time while awaiting information from an outside law enforcement agency. The John Doe petition, filed by Kenosha County Eye editor Kevin Mathewson, alleged that McGrath improperly used restricted law enforcement databases and tracking systems to monitor a female co-worker during a personal relationship dispute. The petition included Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office internal affairs records and investigative findings concerning McGrath’s conduct. On March 11, Chief Judge Laufenberg referred the matter to District Attorney

As Flynns Ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to Hear Raffle Case, Emails Show Brewers VP Tyler Barnes Urged TV Station Not to Air Story

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — After Kenosha County Eye became the first news outlet to report on Matt and Annette Flynn’s dispute with the Milwaukee Brewers Community Foundation over a $12,849 50/50 raffle prize, the story spread to Milwaukee television stations and other media outlets. Now, as the Kenosha couple asks the Wisconsin Supreme Court to review their case, newly disclosed emails reveal that Tyler Barnes, the Milwaukee Brewers’ Senior Vice President of Communications and Affiliate Operations, privately urged a television station not to air a story about the controversy. Barnes made the request on May 20, 2025, after CBS58 contacted the Brewers for comment regarding the Flynn lawsuit. According to emails disclosed during litigation, Barnes wrote that the Flynns “continue to beat the media drum despite the evidence firmly backing our

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