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Navy Veteran Robert Dean Jensen Named Kenosha Hometown Hero
KENOSHA, Wis. — Vietnam War veteran Robert Dean Jensen has been named Kenosha’s 2026 second-quarter Hometown Hero, recognizing both his distinguished military service in the

City of Kenosha, Firefighters Union Reach Tentative Three-Year Labor Agreement
KENOSHA, Wis. — The City of Kenosha and Kenosha Professional Firefighters Local 414 have reached a tentative three-year collective bargaining agreement covering wages, vacation, overtime,

Navy Veteran Robert Dean Jensen Named Kenosha Hometown Hero
KENOSHA, Wis. — Vietnam War veteran Robert Dean Jensen has been named Kenosha’s 2026 second-quarter Hometown Hero, recognizing both his distinguished military service in the U.S. Navy and his decades of volunteer work benefiting veterans and the Kenosha community. The honor is awarded through the Kenosha Hometown Heroes program, established in 2015 to recognize men and women who have served or are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces while demonstrating outstanding personal achievement and meaningful contributions to the community. Jensen served in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserve from 1965 to 1971, including service aboard the USS Duluth (LPD-6) during the Vietnam War. During two tours, he participated in numerous combat operations and amphibious landings. His military decorations include the Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, National Defense Service Medal,

Felony Strangulation Charge Filed After Kenosha Man Allegedly Choked Wife Until She Nearly Lost Consciousness
Christopher J. Polivka, 32, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Christopher J. Polivka, 32, of Kenosha, was charged Tuesday with one felony and two misdemeanors after prosecutors allege he grabbed his wife by the throat with both hands, preventing her from breathing and leaving her fearing she was about to lose consciousness. Christopher J. Polivka, 32, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Man Accused of Threatening to Kill 73-Year-Old Grandmother Held on $3,000 Cash Bond
Sean R. Carlson, 32, of Randall(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Sean R. Carlson, 32, of Randall, is facing one felony and one misdemeanor after prosecutors allege he repeatedly threatened to kill his 73-year-old grandmother in a profanity-laced confrontation that was captured on a cellphone recording. Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum on Tuesday set $3,000 cash bail. Carlson is charged with felony intimidation of a victim with an elder-person penalty enhancer and domestic abuse modifier and misdemeanor disorderly conduct with an elder-person penalty enhancer and domestic abuse modifier. If convicted on all counts and the enhancers apply, he faces up to 16 years in prison and $26,000 in fines. Sean R. Carlson, 32, of Randall(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this

City of Kenosha, Firefighters Union Reach Tentative Three-Year Labor Agreement
KENOSHA, Wis. — The City of Kenosha and Kenosha Professional Firefighters Local 414 have reached a tentative three-year collective bargaining agreement covering wages, vacation, overtime, and the promotional process. Mayor David Bogdala (R) and Local 414 President Ricardo Lebron (D) announced Tuesday that the agreement is the result of months of negotiations and will be presented to the Kenosha Common Council for consideration at an upcoming meeting. According to the City, the tentative agreement addresses wages, vacation, overtime, and the promotional process. Officials said the negotiations were marked by professionalism, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to serving Kenosha residents. Bogdala praised the collaborative approach taken throughout the bargaining process. “From day one, this administration has believed that the best agreements are reached through honest communication, mutual respect and a

Felony Strangulation Charge Filed After Kenosha Man Allegedly Choked Wife Until She Nearly Lost Consciousness
Christopher J. Polivka, 32, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Christopher J. Polivka, 32, of Kenosha, was charged Tuesday with one felony and two misdemeanors after prosecutors allege he grabbed his wife by the throat with both hands, preventing her from breathing and leaving her fearing she was about to lose consciousness. Christopher J. Polivka, 32, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Man Accused of Threatening to Kill 73-Year-Old Grandmother Held on $3,000 Cash Bond
Sean R. Carlson, 32, of Randall(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Sean R. Carlson, 32, of Randall, is facing one felony and one misdemeanor after prosecutors allege he repeatedly threatened to kill his 73-year-old grandmother in a profanity-laced confrontation that was captured on a cellphone recording. Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum on Tuesday set $3,000 cash bail. Carlson is charged with felony intimidation of a victim with an elder-person penalty enhancer and domestic abuse modifier and misdemeanor disorderly conduct with an elder-person penalty enhancer and domestic abuse modifier. If convicted on all counts and the enhancers apply, he faces up to 16 years in prison and $26,000 in fines. Sean R. Carlson, 32, of Randall(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this

Kenosha Man Charged with Felony Fourth-Offense OWI After Allegedly Admitting He Was Drunk
Dwayne E. Wates II, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Dwayne E. Wates II, 35, of Kenosha, was charged Tuesday with Operating While Under the Influence (Fourth Offense), a Class H felony punishable by up to six years in prison and a $10,000 fine, after Kenosha police say they found him sitting in a damaged SUV and he admitted he had been driving while drunk. Dwayne E. Wates II, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kemper Center to Celebrate 50 Years With Full Day of Cars, Music, History, Market and Fireworks
KENOSHA, Wis. — One of Kenosha’s most recognizable lakefront landmarks will mark a major milestone later this month as Kemper Center celebrates its 50th anniversary with a day-long community festival featuring a classic car show, public market, live music, free mansion tours and a fireworks finale. The free celebration is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, on the Kemper Center and Anderson Arts Center campus at 6501 Third Ave. Activities begin at 9 a.m. and continue until approximately 9 p.m., when an anniversary fireworks display will conclude the festivities. Organizers say the event is designed to celebrate five decades of historic preservation, arts programming and community involvement while offering activities for visitors of all ages. The anniversary celebration combines several of Kemper Center’s signature events into one day, allowing attendees

Kenosha Man Accused of Sexual Assault Held on $10,000 Cash Bail
Travis J. Morrison Sr., 51, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Travis J. Morrison Sr., 51, of Kenosha, was ordered held on a $10,000 cash bond Monday by Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum after prosecutors charged him with one felony and two misdemeanors stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident. Morrison is charged with third-degree sexual assault, a Class G felony; misdemeanor battery, a Class A misdemeanor; and disorderly conduct-domestic abuse, a Class B misdemeanor. If convicted on all counts, he faces up to 10 years and nine months in prison, $36,000 in fines, or both. Travis J. Morrison Sr., 51, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Hope Council Unveils New Brand, Renewed Vision for the Future
KENOSHA, Wis. — One of Kenosha County’s longest-serving nonprofit organizations has a new look, but the mission that has guided it for more than half a century remains unchanged. Hope Council recently unveiled a new logo and visual identity that leaders say better reflects the organization’s evolution while reaffirming its longstanding commitment to helping individuals, families, and communities navigate substance use, recovery, prevention, and life’s many challenges. The rebranding marks the first major visual update for the organization in years and comes as Hope Council continues expanding its role as a comprehensive community resource. While many residents have historically associated the nonprofit with alcohol and drug education, today’s Hope Council provides a broad continuum of services that includes prevention education, intervention, treatment navigation, recovery support, diversion programming, family services, testing,

Man Accused of Possessing Child Pornography Held on $75,000 Cash Bail After Investigators Say He Secretly Photographed Juvenile Girls at Beach
Mibsam Daniel Medrano-Cruz, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Mibsam Daniel Medrano-Cruz, 22, was ordered held on a $75,000 cash bail Monday by Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum after being charged with one count of Possession of Child Pornography, a Class D felony. Prosecutors allege Medrano-Cruz possessed a video depicting children engaged in sexually explicit conduct and that investigators also found photographs they believe he secretly took of juvenile girls in swimsuits at a beach. If convicted, he faces up to 25 years in prison, a $100,000 fine, a mandatory minimum of three years of initial confinement, and a $500 surcharge for each image associated with the offense. Mibsam Daniel Medrano-Cruz, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of

Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue Adds Rapid Response Truck to Improve Firefighting with Limited Staffing
TWIN LAKES, Wis. — Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue has placed a new rapid response pickup truck equipped with an Ultra High-Pressure (UHP) fire suppression system into service, a move officials say will allow firefighters to begin attacking fires much faster while operating with limited staffing. The vehicle, funded by the Village of Twin Lakes, is designed to serve as the department’s first-arriving fire apparatus when only two firefighters are on duty at the station. The department maintains around-the-clock staffing with two full-time firefighter/EMS personnel. An additional supervisor is on duty Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and optional in-station staffing is offered on Fridays and weekends from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. when paid-on-call and part-time firefighters are available. Fire Chief Ron Redlin said the new truck is

Man Facing Three Felonies and Five Misdemeanors in Two Cases Released on No-Cash Bail by New Court Commissioner
Charles W. Randle, 64, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Charles W. Randle, 64, of Kenosha, was released Monday on no-cash bail in two separate criminal cases after appearing before newly appointed Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum. In the felony case, Randle is charged with felony intimidation of a victim, strangulation and suffocation, false imprisonment, misdemeanor battery, resisting an officer, and disorderly conduct. In the second case, he is charged with the misdemeanors of obstructing an officer and resisting an officer. Despite facing a maximum of 24 years and 6 months in prison and $76,000 in fines across the two cases, Kellum ordered Randle’s release on no-cash bail in the felony case and $5,000 no-cash bail in the misdemeanor Charles W. Randle, 64, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office)

New Court Commissioner Releases Man Accused of Breaking Victim’s Facial Bones on No-Cash Bail
Damian T. Castillo, 23, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — In one of his first felony initial appearances since taking the bench, newly appointed Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum on Monday released Damian T. Castillo, 23, of Twin Lakes, on a $7,500 no-cash bail despite allegations that he fractured another man’s facial bones and threatened a witness into lying to police. The decision offers an early look at Kellum’s approach to bail in felony cases. Castillo is charged with felony intimidation of a victim, felony substantial battery, misdemeanor battery, and disorderly conduct stemming from a July 26 incident in the Village of Twin Lakes. Damian T. Castillo, 23, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) Daniel E. Kellum – Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner You must be logged

45 Kenosha Convicts Seek Governor’s Commutations; Murderers, Drug Dealers, Robbers Among Applicants as First Hearings Begin Without Any Kenosha Cases
Kenosha Convicts(Wisconsin DOC) KENOSHA, Wis. — Forty-five people convicted in Kenosha County have asked Gov. Tony Evers to reduce their prison sentences through executive commutation, according to records obtained by Kenosha County Eye. The applicants include inmates convicted of first-degree intentional murder, felony murder, reckless homicide, homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle, armed robbery, heroin trafficking, aggravated battery, bank robbery, and numerous other serious felonies. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kenosha County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Placed on Administrative Leave as Internal Investigation Underway
Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Ryan Markowski(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A veteran lieutenant with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office has been placed on administrative leave while the agency conducts an internal investigation, according to the department’s second-in-command. Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Ryan Markowski(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

$150,000 Cash Bail Set for Kenosha Man Charged With 15 Child Pornography Felonies
Andrew Marcus Doss, 23, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 23-year-old Kenosha man is being held on a $150,000 cash bond after prosecutors charged him with 15 felony counts of possession of child pornography, a bail amount that appears to be roughly five to 10 times higher than what is typically imposed in Kenosha County for similar cases. Andrew Marcus Doss, 23, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Steil Campaign Reports $6.3 Million War Chest, Far Outpacing Challengers
JANESVILLE, Wis. — U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil’s campaign says it has built a sizable financial advantage heading into the 2026 election cycle, reporting more than $6.3 million cash on hand — a total the campaign says is more than 35 times the combined cash reserves of all three of his opponents. According to a campaign news release issued Friday, Steil also raised more than $165,000 during the pre-primary reporting period for his campaign committee, Steil for Wisconsin. The campaign said that total is roughly twice the combined fundraising reported by his opponents during the same period. “I’m grateful for the continued grassroots support we receive from Wisconsin families,” Steil said in a statement. “I remain focused on the issues that matter most to Wisconsin families. That means lowering costs for

Kenosha County Begins Work on New Five-Year Community Health Improvement Plan
KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha County Public Health has begun developing a new five-year Community Health Improvement Plan, a state-required roadmap that will help guide local health priorities through the end of the decade. The updated plan is being created through the Kenosha County Thrive initiative following a countywide community health survey conducted last year. The Thrive initiative is a community-guided effort led by Kenosha County Public Health with support from Aurora Health Care and Froedtert South. The new plan will replace the county’s most recent Community Health Improvement Plan, which was completed in 2023. Health Officer Ricky Ferrari Traner said the county is moving from a three-year planning cycle to a five-year plan to give community partners more time to implement meaningful improvements. “Our objective is for it to be

Kenosha Woman Accused of Crashing Into Pole at More Than Double the Legal Limit, Seriously Injuring Teen; Court Commissioner Sets only $750 Cash Bail
Sarina N. Acosta, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Sarina N. Acosta, 18, of Kenosha, is accused of driving at more than double the legal alcohol limit before crashing her car into a utility pole, leaving a 16-year-old passenger with a fractured femur that required surgery. Despite the serious felony allegation, Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse set only $750 cash bail during Acosta’s initial appearance Friday. Sarina N. Acosta, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) Crash Scene(Submitted Photo) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Trevor Man Accused of Punching 4-Year-Old Child in Face; Commissioner Sets $10,000 Cash Bail
Brian G. Vedder Jr., 24, of Trevor(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Brian G. Vedder Jr., 24, of Trevor, is facing a felony charge after prosecutors allege he intentionally punched a 4-year-old child in the face, leaving the boy with a swollen, bruised eye and other injuries. Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse set a $10,000 cash bail Friday during Vedder’s initial appearance. Brian G. Vedder Jr., 24, of Trevor(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Salem Lakes Postal Worker Accused of Threatening to Kill Co-Workers, Dogs
Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Scott E. Belott, 47, of Salem, has been charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct after prosecutors allege he threatened to kill a fellow postal employee, other post office staff, and his own dogs during a phone call while intoxicated. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Longtime Kenosha Public Library Employee, 62, Passes Away of Natural Causes; All Library Branches Closed Friday as Staff Mourn
Edmund “Ed” Godula, 62, Right KENOSHA, Wis. — Edmund “Ed” Godula, 62, a longtime Kenosha Public Library employee who worked for the library system for more than 20 years, passed away of natural causes after coworkers became concerned when he failed to report to work for several days. Kenosha Northside Library(Cell Phone Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Wisconsin Awards $14,500 Tourism Grant To Promote Upcoming Keys to Kenosha Event
KENOSHA, Wis. — The upcoming Keys to Kenosha event received a boost this week after the Wisconsin Department of Tourism awarded organizers a $14,500 marketing grant to help promote the community celebration. The grant was formally presented Wednesday during a ceremony on the steps of the Simmons Neighborhood Library. Mayor David Bogdala thanked the Wisconsin Department of Tourism for supporting the event, which is intended to showcase Kenosha’s attractions and encourage tourism throughout the city. Among those attending the presentation were Wisconsin Department of Tourism Development Specialist David Spiegelberg, Kenosha Public Library Director Sarah Townsend, Simmons Library Branch Manager Justin Keberlein, Community Development Specialist Abby Huff, City Development Director Tim Casey, Visit Kenosha President Dennis DuChene, Visit Kenosha Marketing Director Laura Gregorski, Kenosha Area Business Alliance Marketing Director Becky Noble,

Massive Multi-Agency Water Rescue Ends After No Victim Found In Kenosha Harbor
UPDATE (8:35 p.m.): The Kenosha Fire Department said Thursday evening that after an extensive multi-agency search, responders determined no one was missing and no victim was located. KENOSHA, Wis. — A man is presumed dead after witnesses reported seeing him jump into Lake Michigan from a ladder along the North Pier in the Kenosha Harbor Thursday afternoon, triggering a massive multi-agency water rescue that quickly transitioned into a recovery operation. Kenosha police were dispatched to the North Pier at 2:09 p.m. after a caller reported seeing a man wearing a shirt and white-and-black shorts jump into the water and never resurface. As officers responded, dispatchers notified the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Coast Guard while Kenosha Fire Department began assembling an extensive water rescue response. Witnesses directed

Racine Man Charged In Two Kenosha Rooftop Burglaries That Targeted ATMs; Already Held In Racine County Jail In Similar Case
Kevantae Jordan Oliver, 35, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Kevantae Jordan Oliver, 35, of Racine, has been charged in Kenosha County with six felony counts alleging he carried out two rooftop burglaries targeting ATMs at Kenosha businesses. Oliver is currently being held in the Racine County Jail after authorities arrested him in Racine County during what prosecutors describe as another attempted rooftop burglary. Kevantae Jordan Oliver, 35, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

National Night Out Events Planned At Six Locations Across Kenosha County On Aug. 4
KENOSHA, Wis. — Residents across Kenosha County will have six opportunities to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, with neighborhood events designed to strengthen community relationships and promote crime prevention through community engagement. Kenosha County Gang Prevention will host its annual National Night Out event from 5 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot outside the county’s new Human Services Building, located at 3500 52nd St. The building is expected to open soon. Other National Night Out events scheduled throughout the county include: National Night Out is held annually on the first Tuesday in August and takes place in more than 15,000 communities across all 50 states. The nationwide initiative is intended to build neighborhood camaraderie while fostering positive relationships between residents and law enforcement through community

Kenosha Man Charged with Felony Fourth-Offense OWI After Allegedly Admitting He Was Drunk
Dwayne E. Wates II, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Dwayne E. Wates II, 35, of Kenosha, was charged Tuesday with Operating

Kemper Center to Celebrate 50 Years With Full Day of Cars, Music, History, Market and Fireworks
KENOSHA, Wis. — One of Kenosha’s most recognizable lakefront landmarks will mark a major milestone later this month as Kemper Center celebrates its 50th anniversary

Kenosha Man Accused of Sexual Assault Held on $10,000 Cash Bail
Travis J. Morrison Sr., 51, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Travis J. Morrison Sr., 51, of Kenosha, was ordered held on a

Hope Council Unveils New Brand, Renewed Vision for the Future
KENOSHA, Wis. — One of Kenosha County’s longest-serving nonprofit organizations has a new look, but the mission that has guided it for more than half

Man Accused of Possessing Child Pornography Held on $75,000 Cash Bail After Investigators Say He Secretly Photographed Juvenile Girls at Beach
Mibsam Daniel Medrano-Cruz, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Mibsam Daniel Medrano-Cruz, 22, was ordered held on a $75,000 cash bail Monday

Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue Adds Rapid Response Truck to Improve Firefighting with Limited Staffing
TWIN LAKES, Wis. — Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue has placed a new rapid response pickup truck equipped with an Ultra High-Pressure (UHP) fire suppression system into

Man Facing Three Felonies and Five Misdemeanors in Two Cases Released on No-Cash Bail by New Court Commissioner
Charles W. Randle, 64, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Charles W. Randle, 64, of Kenosha, was released Monday on no-cash bail in

New Court Commissioner Releases Man Accused of Breaking Victim’s Facial Bones on No-Cash Bail
Damian T. Castillo, 23, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — In one of his first felony initial appearances since taking the bench,

45 Kenosha Convicts Seek Governor’s Commutations; Murderers, Drug Dealers, Robbers Among Applicants as First Hearings Begin Without Any Kenosha Cases
Kenosha Convicts(Wisconsin DOC) KENOSHA, Wis. — Forty-five people convicted in Kenosha County have asked Gov. Tony Evers to reduce their prison sentences through executive commutation,

Kenosha County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Placed on Administrative Leave as Internal Investigation Underway
Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Ryan Markowski(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A veteran lieutenant with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s

$150,000 Cash Bail Set for Kenosha Man Charged With 15 Child Pornography Felonies
Andrew Marcus Doss, 23, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 23-year-old Kenosha man is being held on a $150,000 cash bond after

Steil Campaign Reports $6.3 Million War Chest, Far Outpacing Challengers
JANESVILLE, Wis. — U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil’s campaign says it has built a sizable financial advantage heading into the 2026 election cycle, reporting more than

Kenosha County Begins Work on New Five-Year Community Health Improvement Plan
KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha County Public Health has begun developing a new five-year Community Health Improvement Plan, a state-required roadmap that will help guide local

Kenosha Woman Accused of Crashing Into Pole at More Than Double the Legal Limit, Seriously Injuring Teen; Court Commissioner Sets only $750 Cash Bail
Sarina N. Acosta, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Sarina N. Acosta, 18, of Kenosha, is accused of driving at more than

Trevor Man Accused of Punching 4-Year-Old Child in Face; Commissioner Sets $10,000 Cash Bail
Brian G. Vedder Jr., 24, of Trevor(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Brian G. Vedder Jr., 24, of Trevor, is facing a felony charge

Salem Lakes Postal Worker Accused of Threatening to Kill Co-Workers, Dogs
Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Scott E. Belott, 47, of Salem, has been charged with misdemeanor

Longtime Kenosha Public Library Employee, 62, Passes Away of Natural Causes; All Library Branches Closed Friday as Staff Mourn
Edmund “Ed” Godula, 62, Right KENOSHA, Wis. — Edmund “Ed” Godula, 62, a longtime Kenosha Public Library employee who worked for the library system for

Wisconsin Awards $14,500 Tourism Grant To Promote Upcoming Keys to Kenosha Event
KENOSHA, Wis. — The upcoming Keys to Kenosha event received a boost this week after the Wisconsin Department of Tourism awarded organizers a $14,500 marketing

Massive Multi-Agency Water Rescue Ends After No Victim Found In Kenosha Harbor
UPDATE (8:35 p.m.): The Kenosha Fire Department said Thursday evening that after an extensive multi-agency search, responders determined no one was missing and no victim

Racine Man Charged In Two Kenosha Rooftop Burglaries That Targeted ATMs; Already Held In Racine County Jail In Similar Case
Kevantae Jordan Oliver, 35, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Kevantae Jordan Oliver, 35, of Racine, has been charged in Kenosha County with

National Night Out Events Planned At Six Locations Across Kenosha County On Aug. 4
KENOSHA, Wis. — Residents across Kenosha County will have six opportunities to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, with neighborhood events designed to

Kenosha County DA Charges Six With Failing To Submit DNA Samples; Arrest Warrants Sought
Top row (left to right): Jakob G. Dowling, 25; Marcellus M. Starks, 30; George H. Osorio, 54Bottom row (left to right): Desirae F. Lovett, 23;

Kenosha Felon Accused Of Dealing More Than 280 Grams Of THC, Possessing 75 Hydrocodone Pills Gets $750 Cash Bail
David E. Young II, 43, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — David E. Young II, 43, of Kenosha, a convicted felon who prosecutors

Woman Accused Of Attacking Boyfriend After Finding Him In Bed With Another Woman Posts Cash Bail
Stephanie Vargas, 25, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Stephanie Vargas, 25, of Kenosha, posted a $650 cash bail Thursday and was released
