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Kenosha Man Runs Up Nearly $100 Bar Tab, Tries To Put His Tab On Another Tab, Gets Declined By His Bank — Then Pulls Out His Penis, Touches 64-Year-Old Cellmate In Jail
Kelvin Andrew Smith, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 34-year-old Kenosha man who was arrested Thursday after allegedly running up a
Illinois Man Accused Of Stealing Coworker’s Credit Card, Leading Pleasant Prairie Police On 80 MPH Chase Charged With Three Felonies Nearly A Year Later
Pleasant Prairie Police Department(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 30-year-old Waukegan, Illinois, man with a prior felony conviction is
Kenosha Man Runs Up Nearly $100 Bar Tab, Tries To Put His Tab On Another Tab, Gets Declined By His Bank — Then Pulls Out His Penis, Touches 64-Year-Old Cellmate In Jail
Kelvin Andrew Smith, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 34-year-old Kenosha man who was arrested Thursday after allegedly running up a nearly $100 bar tab he couldn’t pay for is now facing four additional criminal charges after authorities say he exposed himself, engaged in sexual behavior, and touched a 64-year-old cellmate without consent at the Kenosha County Jail. Kelvin Andrew Smith, 34, of Kenosha, was charged Friday with lewd and lascivious behavior, disorderly conduct, violating state or county institution laws, and misdemeanor bail jumping, in addition to two charges stemming from the unpaid bar tab. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set $2,500 cash bail in the jail incident case and an additional $500 cash bail in the unpaid bar tab case. Kelvin
After At Least 15 Years Of Debate, Kenosha Area Transit Proposes Bus Service To Somers Walmart And Festival Foods – Who Will Pay?
KENOSHA, Wis. — After at least 15 years of discussions, disagreements and disputes over who should foot the bill, Kenosha Area Transit is once again proposing bus service to Walmart and Festival Foods in the Village of Somers. The proposed expansion, which could take effect as early as December, raises a longstanding question that remains unanswered: Will Somers contribute financially to the service, or will Kenosha taxpayers be responsible for the cost? City officials announced Friday, November 13, that Kenosha Area Transit will hold a public meeting Monday, November 23, at 5 p.m. at its headquarters, located at 4303 39th Ave. in Kenosha. The meeting will allow residents, transit riders and business owners to review the proposed changes to Route 31 and provide feedback before any final decisions are made.
Illinois Woman Accused Of Brutal Halloween Attack On Father Of Her Child In Kenosha, Punching Him In Face Six Times As Toddler Sat In Back Seat
Ashley B. Chavarria-Rodriguez, 23, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Ashley B. Chavarria-Rodriguez, 23, of Waukegan, Illinois, was charged Friday with two domestic abuse-related misdemeanors after prosecutors alleged she brutally attacked the father of her young child, repeatedly punching him in the face and head while their toddler sat in the back seat of his vehicle. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set a $650 cash bail during her initial appearance Friday afternoon, which she posted the same day, allowing her to be released from custody. Ashley B. Chavarria-Rodriguez, 23, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
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Illinois Man Accused Of Stealing Coworker’s Credit Card, Leading Pleasant Prairie Police On 80 MPH Chase Charged With Three Felonies Nearly A Year Later
Pleasant Prairie Police Department(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 30-year-old Waukegan, Illinois, man with a prior felony conviction is facing three new felony charges after prosecutors say he stole a coworker’s credit card and cash before leading Pleasant Prairie police on a dangerous high-speed chase that reached speeds exceeding 80 mph. Christian Castro, 30, was formally charged Friday, November 13, 2026, with second-degree recklessly endangering safety, fleeing or eluding an officer, and identity theft, along with two misdemeanors. All five charges carry repeat-offender enhancers. His current custodial status is unknown to Kenosha County Eye, and court records do not yet show an initial appearance or bail determination. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
After At Least 15 Years Of Debate, Kenosha Area Transit Proposes Bus Service To Somers Walmart And Festival Foods – Who Will Pay?
KENOSHA, Wis. — After at least 15 years of discussions, disagreements and disputes over who should foot the bill, Kenosha Area Transit is once again proposing bus service to Walmart and Festival Foods in the Village of Somers. The proposed expansion, which could take effect as early as December, raises a longstanding question that remains unanswered: Will Somers contribute financially to the service, or will Kenosha taxpayers be responsible for the cost? City officials announced Friday, November 13, that Kenosha Area Transit will hold a public meeting Monday, November 23, at 5 p.m. at its headquarters, located at 4303 39th Ave. in Kenosha. The meeting will allow residents, transit riders and business owners to review the proposed changes to Route 31 and provide feedback before any final decisions are made.
Illinois Woman Accused Of Brutal Halloween Attack On Father Of Her Child In Kenosha, Punching Him In Face Six Times As Toddler Sat In Back Seat
Ashley B. Chavarria-Rodriguez, 23, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Ashley B. Chavarria-Rodriguez, 23, of Waukegan, Illinois, was charged Friday with two domestic abuse-related misdemeanors after prosecutors alleged she brutally attacked the father of her young child, repeatedly punching him in the face and head while their toddler sat in the back seat of his vehicle. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set a $650 cash bail during her initial appearance Friday afternoon, which she posted the same day, allowing her to be released from custody. Ashley B. Chavarria-Rodriguez, 23, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Man With Prior Felony Conviction Accused Of Threatening To Kill Mother Of His Children And Shoot Up Her Home — Prosecutors Charge Only Misdemeanor Bail Jumping
Donte Marcel Williams, 22, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Donte Marcel Williams, 22, of Waukegan, Illinois, a convicted felon with a history of domestic abuse-related charges, was charged Friday, November 13, 2026, with just one misdemeanor count of bail jumping despite allegations that he repeatedly threatened to kill the mother of his children, threatened the children themselves, and threatened to shoot up their Kenosha home. Rather than face new criminal charges specifically for the alleged threats, Williams faces a maximum of nine months in jail for allegedly violating an existing no-contact order. Donte Marcel Williams, 22, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Woman With Criminal History Across Multiple States, More Than 800 Social Security Numbers Tied To Her Name, Charged With Kenosha Felonies After Allegedly Passing Bad Check At Menards
Kenosha Police(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 44-year-old Kenosha woman with a criminal history spanning multiple states and potentially more than 800 Social Security numbers connected to her name has been charged with two felonies and two misdemeanors after allegedly using another woman’s identity to pass a fraudulent check at Menards. Sa Quita Jones, also known as Sa Quita Laws, was formally charged Friday, November 13, 2026, with felony forgery, felony identity theft, misdemeanor retail theft and issuing a worthless check. All four charges carry habitual criminality enhancers based on a previous felony identity theft conviction. Jones has been summoned to appear before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum on December 15, 2026, and no bail has yet been established. You
Twin Lakes Man Accused Of Attacking Bar Patron After Failed Guessing Game, Using Racial Slurs Against Police And Telling Officer To Kill Himself: Released On No-Cash Bail
Edward J. Martin, 48, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 48-year-old Twin Lakes man is facing a misdemeanor charge after prosecutors say he attacked a fellow bar patron, knocked a woman to the ground, repeatedly used racial slurs against police officers and told one officer to kill himself. , appeared before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum on Friday, November 13, 2026, where Kellum granted him no-cash bail despite the allegations of violent and belligerent behavior. Edward J. Martin, 48, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Chicago Women Charged In $7,700 Pleasant Prairie Retail Theft Spree: One Has Bail Lowered To $1,000 And Walks Free, Other Misses Court And Is Back In Custody
Brianna M. Cotton, 29, and Nikhyra C. Steele, 27, Both of Chicago, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Two Chicago women accused of participating in a retail theft spree at the Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets that resulted in nearly $7,800 in stolen merchandise have taken very different paths through the Kenosha County court system. Nikhyra C. Steele, 27, had her $5,000 cash bail reduced to just $1,000 by Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge David Hughes and was released after posting the money, while her alleged accomplice, Brianna M. Cotton, 29, failed to appear in court, had a warrant issued for her arrest, and is now back in custody. Cotton is scheduled to appear before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum today, Friday, November 13, 2026, at
Kenosha Man With Criminal History Dating Back 50 Years Charged With 5th OWI, Fleeing Police While Already Out On Just $750 Cash Bail For Allegedly Abusing Bedridden Woman
Kenneth F. Hand Sr., 69, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 69-year-old Kenosha man with a criminal history stretching back five decades is facing six new criminal charges, including his fifth OWI, fleeing police and felony bail jumping, just two weeks after Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum released him on only $750 cash bail in a disturbing domestic abuse case involving a bedridden woman. Kenneth F. Hand Sr., of Kenosha, was charged Thursday, November 12, 2026, after police say he led officers on a dangerous early-morning pursuit through Kenosha while intoxicated and driving with a revoked license. This time, Kellum set Hand’s cash bail at $10,000. Kenneth F. Hand Sr. Kenneth F. Hand Sr. You must be logged in to view the rest
Racine Man With Prior OWI Conviction Formally Charged With Three Felonies After Allegedly Causing Devastating Somers Crash; Woman Requires Brain Surgery, Only $20,000 Cash Bail Set
Austin Joseph Ishman, 31, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) SOMERS, Wis. — Austin Joseph Ishman, 31, of Racine, was formally charged Thursday, November 12, 2026, with three felonies and one misdemeanor after prosecutors accused him of driving drunk, speeding through an intersection, and causing a violent three-vehicle crash in Somers that left a woman with life-threatening injuries requiring emergency brain surgery. Ishman, who has a previous OWI conviction, appeared before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum on Thursday, where only $20,000 cash bail was set. The case is being prosecuted by the Walworth County District Attorney’s Office rather than Kenosha County prosecutors. Austin Joseph Ishman, 31, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) Special Prosecutor James Sempf (D) – Walworth County DDA(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
Kenosha Man Charged With Felony After Fatally Striking Woman Walking Her Dog While Driving With Suspended License: $50,000 Cash Bail Set
Waylon J. Lenfestey, 49, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 49-year-old Kenosha man has been charged with a felony after authorities say he struck and killed a 68-year-old woman while driving with a suspended license. Waylon J. Lenfestey, of Kenosha, appeared Thursday, November 12, 2026, before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum, who set his cash bail at $50,000. The victim’s family asked that Lenfestey be held without bail, but Kellum instead imposed the $50,000 cash bail. Waylon J. Lenfestey, 49, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Illinois Man Accused Of Leading Kenosha Police On Dangerous Chase, Running Red Light And Fleeing Through Neighborhood With Cocaine In SUV: $5,000 Cash Bail Posted
Jose A. Martinez, 30, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 30-year-old Waukegan, Illinois, man is facing two felonies and two misdemeanors after allegedly leading Kenosha police on a dangerous early-morning pursuit, driving recklessly through a construction zone, running a red light and fleeing on foot through a residential neighborhood before being captured hiding near a shed. Jose A. Martinez, 30, appeared before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum on Thursday, November 12, 2026, where $5,000 cash bail was ordered. Court records show that Martinez posted the $5,000 on Friday, November 13, securing his release from custody. Jose A. Martinez, 30, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Chicago Man Charged With Two Felonies In $21,000 CarMax Fraud Scheme Involving Stolen Rental Car, Fake Title: Only $1,000 Cash Bail
Eric Darzel Evans, 35, of Chicago(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Eric Darzel Evans, 35, of Chicago, Illinois, was charged Thursday, November 12, 2026, with two felonies in connection with an alleged scheme involving a stolen rental car, fraudulent vehicle registration documents and the sale of the vehicle to CarMax for $21,000. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set Evans’ cash bail at only $1,000 during his initial appearance Thursday afternoon. The charges stem from a 2023 investigation involving four alleged participants and a Chevrolet Bolt that had been rented from Hertz in Chicago. Eric Darzel Evans, 35, of Chicago(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Milwaukee Woman Already Out On Bail In Two Retail Theft Cases Charged With Five Felonies After Allegedly Stealing Woman’s Wallet At Kenosha Walmart, Buying Perfume And Other Merchandise
Maricelis Ruiz-Velazquez, 46, of Milwaukee(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 46-year-old Milwaukee woman already out on cash bail in two separate Waukesha County retail theft cases is now facing five felonies and two misdemeanors after prosecutors say she stole another woman’s wallet from her shopping cart at a Kenosha Walmart and used her credit and debit cards to make hundreds of dollars in purchases. Maricelis Ruiz-Velazquez, 46, of Milwaukee, was charged Wednesday, November 11, with one felony count of theft or possession of three or more financial transaction cards, four felony counts of unauthorized use of another person’s identifying information to obtain money or goods, and two misdemeanor counts of bail jumping. Maricelis Ruiz-Velazquez, 46, of Milwaukee(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the
Kenosha Man Accused Of Delivering “Sucker Punch” To Defenseless Man Outside Somers Bar: Only $350 Cash Bail
Jaquavion Markese Keys, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) SOMERS, Wis. — A 22-year-old Kenosha man is facing three criminal charges after allegedly delivering a “sucker punch” to a defenseless man who was being restrained by security guards outside a Somers bar. Jaquavion Markese Keys, 22, of Kenosha, appeared in Kenosha County Circuit Court Thursday, November 12, 2026, where Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set his bail at only $350 cash. Keys is charged with disorderly conduct, possession of THC, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jaquavion Markese Keys, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Man Accused Of Threatening To Kill Police Officer’s Family After Domestic Abuse Incident Involving Pregnant Girlfriend: Released On No-Cash Bail
Jacob Werner Gerber, 36, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 36-year-old Kenosha man accused of destroying his pregnant girlfriend’s cellphone and threatening to kill a Kenosha police officer’s family was released on no-cash bail Thursday, November 12, 2026, by Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum. Jacob Werner Gerber, 36, of Kenosha, was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct with a domestic abuse modifier following an incident at his home Wednesday afternoon. Despite the alleged threats against the officer’s family, Gerber faces only a single misdemeanor charge. Jacob Werner Gerber, 36, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Kenosha Police Officers Finally Cleared Of Federal Lawsuit After Nearly Four Years: Career Criminal, Convicted Felon And Child Sex Offender Represented By ACLU President
Jose P. Mora Jr. on the left and Attorney William F. Sulton on the right KENOSHA, Wis. — Two Kenosha police officers have finally emerged from a nearly four-year federal civil rights lawsuit brought by a 37-year-old career criminal and convicted felon with three misdemeanor convictions for sex with a child aged 16 or older. The lawsuit, filed by Jose P. Mora Jr. on August 4, 2022, through his attorney, ACLU of Wisconsin President William F. Sulton, was dismissed with prejudice on June 17, 2026, after 1,413 days of litigation. Liberal U.S. District Judge Pamela Pepper, appointed by Democratic President Barack Obama, took a staggering 521 days to rule on the officers’ motion for summary judgment, ultimately allowing the case to proceed to trial. Even after Mora’s own testimony caused
Kenosha Police Officer Appeals Federal Judge’s Dismissal Of Discrimination Lawsuit Against City, Police Chiefs; Officer Previously Investigated For Alleged Sexual Assault
KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha Police Officer Pep Moretti, formerly known as Peter Percak, has appealed a federal judge’s decision throwing out his discrimination lawsuit against the City of Kenosha, former Police Chief Eric Larsen, and Police Chief Patrick Patton. Moretti, who was previously investigated after a young man accused him of drugging and sexually assaulting him, filed his appeal Thursday, November 12, 2026, just one week after U.S. District Judge William C. Griesbach dismissed his lawsuit in its entirety. The appeal means the City and its officials must continue defending litigation that has already resulted in a complete victory for the defendants at the district court level. Moretti’s attorney, Madison lawyer Amy F. Scarr, filed a notice of appeal and a two-page docketing statement seeking review by the United States
Convicted Kenosha Sex Offender Who Admitted Cutting Off GPS Monitor And Running From Police Could See Federal Lawsuit Against Kenosha Cops Thrown Out: Video
Body-camera screenshot showing James E. Penrod Jr. in handcuffs in the thick brush at Pennoyer Park. KENOSHA, Wis. — A 46-year-old Kenosha convicted sex offender who admitted under oath that he deliberately cut off his GPS ankle monitor, fled from police, and hid in thick brush to avoid being arrested could soon see his federal civil rights lawsuit against six Kenosha police officers thrown out. James Edward Penrod Jr., whose dramatic September 15, 2023, apprehension by Kenosha Police K9 Lupo was first reported by Kenosha County Eye, is suing the officers over allegations of excessive force, but attorneys representing the officers are asking a federal judge to dismiss the entire lawsuit without a trial. James Edward Penrod Jr., 46, of Kenosha, has an extensive criminal history that includes a felony
New Gateway President Veronique Tran Allows Radio Blogger Paid More Than $110,000 A Year In Taxpayer Funds To Keep Pushing His Far-Left Agenda: Opinion
KENOSHA, Wis. — Gateway Technical College President Veronique Tran has ignored two inquiries about David “Cole” Kollath’s use of a taxpayer-supported radio station to advance his political agenda. Kollath’s annual salary was $110,482 in 2025, and correspondence obtained by Kenosha County Eye raises serious questions about what taxpayers are getting for that investment. In my view, they are subsidizing a far-left activist blogger’s campaign to discredit Kenosha County District Attorney Xavier Solis. Tran has been given the emails and asked directly whether she considers the conduct acceptable, but she has provided no answer. I believe Tran’s own liberal Democratic politics help explain her tolerance for Kollath’s partisan blogging. Her silence, even after receiving ten exhibits, looks like a college president protecting a political viewpoint she shares while taxpayers foot the
Thousands Of Fish Stocked In Twin Lakes As $10,000 Project Brings New Bass, Bluegill, Crappie And Perch To Local Waters
TWIN LAKES, Wis. — Thousands of fish have been added to Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth in Twin Lakes as part of a $10,000 fish-stocking initiative designed to support the lakes’ fish populations and recreational fishing opportunities. The project, completed over two days on October 21 and November 11, 2026, brought four species of fish into the lakes through Keystone Hatcheries of Richmond, Illinois. The Twin Lakes Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District approved the $10,000 expenditure during its August 2025 annual meeting. The stocking plan was subsequently developed by the district’s Water Quality, Lake Habitat, Fish and Fishing Committee, which considered fish population surveys, recommendations from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and the needs of each lake. The stocking included smallmouth bass in both lakes, bluegill in Lake
Burlington Man Sentenced To 15 Months To Four Years In Prison For Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy; Girlfriend Still Facing Multiple Felonies
Robert R. McMullin, 34, of Burlington(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 34-year-old Burlington man could spend anywhere from approximately 15 months to four years in prison after being sentenced Wednesday for his role in a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy involving large quantities of drugs shipped through the mail. Robert R. McMullin appeared before Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge David Hughes on November 11, 2026, where he was sentenced to four years of initial confinement followed by six years of extended supervision. Hughes also made McMullin eligible for two early-release programs after serving one year, potentially allowing him to leave prison after approximately 15 to 18 months if admitted and successful. His girlfriend and alleged accomplice, Tammie J. Humann, 49, is still facing multiple felony charges in connection with the
57-Year-Old Man Dies After Vehicle Leaves Highway 45, Strikes Tree In Kenosha County – Possible Medical Emergency Being Investigated
BRISTOL, Wis. — A 57-year-old man, Brian D. Nielsen, died Wednesday evening, November 11, 2026, after his vehicle left Highway 45 and struck a tree in Kenosha County earlier that morning. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is investigating whether Nielsen may have suffered a medical emergency before the crash. According to a news release issued Thursday by the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office, the single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 9:52 a.m. Wednesday in the 9800 block of U.S. Highway 45. Investigators determined that Nielsen was driving a blue 2017 Ford Escape southbound when his vehicle left the roadway and entered the west ditch. The SUV continued traveling through the ditch before striking a tree. Emergency responders from the Bristol Fire Department arrived and extricated Nielsen from the heavily damaged vehicle. Nielsen
Kenosha Criminal Defense Lawyer Hits Milestone 50th Law Review Publication
KENOSHA, Wis. — Criminal defense attorney Michael Cicchini has hit a milestone that few law professors, and even fewer practicing lawyers like Cicchini, ever reach: his 50th law review article. His latest effort, titled What is a Guilty Plea?, was recently accepted for publication by the Baylor Law Review. Published at one of the nation’s top-ranked law schools, this placement is among his best, sitting right alongside his articles in the Washington & Lee Law Review and the Fordham Law Review. KCE previously reported on some of Cicchini’s jury trials and also some of his other writing, including his recent article on the history of the judiciary and his cynical, Ambrose Bierce-inspired Devil’s Dictionary of Criminal Procedure. “That one was definitely a one-off, but it was a lot of fun to
Kenosha County Eye Releases New Details In $310,000 Twin Lakes Pokémon Card Burglary: Five Men Charged, Three Still Wanted, One Released On Bond; Fired Store Manager Accused Of Additional Thefts
TWIN LAKES, Wis. — Kenosha County Eye is releasing previously withheld details about the massive $310,000 burglary of Goldenrod City Collectibles following a press release issued today, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, by Twin Lakes Police Chief Katie Hall. At the request of the Twin Lakes Police Department and the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office, KCE had withheld certain information, including the identities of suspects, to avoid compromising the ongoing investigation and efforts to apprehend those responsible. Following today’s announcement, KCE is releasing the information it previously withheld, including the identities of five Illinois men charged in the August 10 burglary. Two have been arrested, with one remaining in custody and another released on bond, while three others remain wanted. The department also revealed new allegations involving the store’s recently fired
Man With Prior Felony Conviction Accused Of Threatening To Kill Mother Of His Children And Shoot Up Her Home — Prosecutors Charge Only Misdemeanor Bail Jumping
Donte Marcel Williams, 22, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Donte Marcel Williams, 22, of Waukegan, Illinois, a convicted felon with a
Woman With Criminal History Across Multiple States, More Than 800 Social Security Numbers Tied To Her Name, Charged With Kenosha Felonies After Allegedly Passing Bad Check At Menards
Kenosha Police(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 44-year-old Kenosha woman with a criminal history spanning multiple states and potentially
Twin Lakes Man Accused Of Attacking Bar Patron After Failed Guessing Game, Using Racial Slurs Against Police And Telling Officer To Kill Himself: Released On No-Cash Bail
Edward J. Martin, 48, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 48-year-old Twin Lakes man is facing a misdemeanor charge after prosecutors
Chicago Women Charged In $7,700 Pleasant Prairie Retail Theft Spree: One Has Bail Lowered To $1,000 And Walks Free, Other Misses Court And Is Back In Custody
Brianna M. Cotton, 29, and Nikhyra C. Steele, 27, Both of Chicago, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Two Chicago women accused of participating
Kenosha Man With Criminal History Dating Back 50 Years Charged With 5th OWI, Fleeing Police While Already Out On Just $750 Cash Bail For Allegedly Abusing Bedridden Woman
Kenneth F. Hand Sr., 69, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 69-year-old Kenosha man with a criminal history stretching back five decades
Racine Man With Prior OWI Conviction Formally Charged With Three Felonies After Allegedly Causing Devastating Somers Crash; Woman Requires Brain Surgery, Only $20,000 Cash Bail Set
Austin Joseph Ishman, 31, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) SOMERS, Wis. — Austin Joseph Ishman, 31, of Racine, was formally charged Thursday, November 12, 2026,
Kenosha Man Charged With Felony After Fatally Striking Woman Walking Her Dog While Driving With Suspended License: $50,000 Cash Bail Set
Waylon J. Lenfestey, 49, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 49-year-old Kenosha man has been charged with a felony after authorities say
Illinois Man Accused Of Leading Kenosha Police On Dangerous Chase, Running Red Light And Fleeing Through Neighborhood With Cocaine In SUV: $5,000 Cash Bail Posted
Jose A. Martinez, 30, of Waukegan, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 30-year-old Waukegan, Illinois, man is facing two felonies and two misdemeanors
Chicago Man Charged With Two Felonies In $21,000 CarMax Fraud Scheme Involving Stolen Rental Car, Fake Title: Only $1,000 Cash Bail
Eric Darzel Evans, 35, of Chicago(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Eric Darzel Evans, 35, of Chicago, Illinois, was charged Thursday, November 12,
Milwaukee Woman Already Out On Bail In Two Retail Theft Cases Charged With Five Felonies After Allegedly Stealing Woman’s Wallet At Kenosha Walmart, Buying Perfume And Other Merchandise
Maricelis Ruiz-Velazquez, 46, of Milwaukee(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 46-year-old Milwaukee woman already out on cash bail in two separate Waukesha County
Kenosha Man Accused Of Delivering “Sucker Punch” To Defenseless Man Outside Somers Bar: Only $350 Cash Bail
Jaquavion Markese Keys, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) SOMERS, Wis. — A 22-year-old Kenosha man is facing three criminal charges after allegedly delivering a
Kenosha Man Accused Of Threatening To Kill Police Officer’s Family After Domestic Abuse Incident Involving Pregnant Girlfriend: Released On No-Cash Bail
Jacob Werner Gerber, 36, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 36-year-old Kenosha man accused of destroying his pregnant girlfriend’s cellphone and threatening
Kenosha Police Officers Finally Cleared Of Federal Lawsuit After Nearly Four Years: Career Criminal, Convicted Felon And Child Sex Offender Represented By ACLU President
Jose P. Mora Jr. on the left and Attorney William F. Sulton on the right KENOSHA, Wis. — Two Kenosha police officers have finally emerged
Kenosha Police Officer Appeals Federal Judge’s Dismissal Of Discrimination Lawsuit Against City, Police Chiefs; Officer Previously Investigated For Alleged Sexual Assault
KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha Police Officer Pep Moretti, formerly known as Peter Percak, has appealed a federal judge’s decision throwing out his discrimination lawsuit against
Convicted Kenosha Sex Offender Who Admitted Cutting Off GPS Monitor And Running From Police Could See Federal Lawsuit Against Kenosha Cops Thrown Out: Video
Body-camera screenshot showing James E. Penrod Jr. in handcuffs in the thick brush at Pennoyer Park. KENOSHA, Wis. — A 46-year-old Kenosha convicted sex offender
New Gateway President Veronique Tran Allows Radio Blogger Paid More Than $110,000 A Year In Taxpayer Funds To Keep Pushing His Far-Left Agenda: Opinion
KENOSHA, Wis. — Gateway Technical College President Veronique Tran has ignored two inquiries about David “Cole” Kollath’s use of a taxpayer-supported radio station to advance
Thousands Of Fish Stocked In Twin Lakes As $10,000 Project Brings New Bass, Bluegill, Crappie And Perch To Local Waters
TWIN LAKES, Wis. — Thousands of fish have been added to Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth in Twin Lakes as part of a $10,000 fish-stocking
Burlington Man Sentenced To 15 Months To Four Years In Prison For Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy; Girlfriend Still Facing Multiple Felonies
Robert R. McMullin, 34, of Burlington(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 34-year-old Burlington man could spend anywhere from approximately 15 months to four
57-Year-Old Man Dies After Vehicle Leaves Highway 45, Strikes Tree In Kenosha County – Possible Medical Emergency Being Investigated
BRISTOL, Wis. — A 57-year-old man, Brian D. Nielsen, died Wednesday evening, November 11, 2026, after his vehicle left Highway 45 and struck a tree
Kenosha Criminal Defense Lawyer Hits Milestone 50th Law Review Publication
KENOSHA, Wis. — Criminal defense attorney Michael Cicchini has hit a milestone that few law professors, and even fewer practicing lawyers like Cicchini, ever reach:
Kenosha County Eye Releases New Details In $310,000 Twin Lakes Pokémon Card Burglary: Five Men Charged, Three Still Wanted, One Released On Bond; Fired Store Manager Accused Of Additional Thefts
TWIN LAKES, Wis. — Kenosha County Eye is releasing previously withheld details about the massive $310,000 burglary of Goldenrod City Collectibles following a press release
Kenosha Convicted Child Sex Offender, 67, Charged With 12 New Felonies, Including 10 Counts Of Child Pornography; $250,000 Cash Bail Set
Richard Joseph Scott, 67, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 67-year-old Kenosha man previously convicted of repeatedly sexually assaulting the same child
Kenosha’s 6th Annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Festival To Bring Free Gifts, Bikes, Santa And Christmas Magic To Hundreds Of Local Families
KENOSHA, Wis. — Hundreds of Kenosha children and families will have an opportunity to celebrate the Christmas season with free gifts, bicycle giveaways, photos with
Kenosha Woman, 55, Accused Of Choking 73-Year-Old Mother For 15 Seconds While Threatening To Kill Her; Already On Bail For Domestic Abuse Against Same Victim, Released Again On No-Cash Bail
Julie A. Oneal, 55, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 55-year-old Kenosha woman is facing a felony domestic abuse charge after allegedly
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