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Prominent Kenosha Family’s Son Has Second OWI Dismissed By Judge; Bodycam Captures Repeated References To Mayor’s Office, Foundation And Alderman’s Attempted Intervention

KENOSHA, Wis. — The son of a prominent Kenosha family, Timothy Todd Mahone (D), 63, was arrested for the second time on suspicion of operating while intoxicated after Kenosha Police stopped him on August 3, 2025, for allegedly driving the wrong way on Washington Road without illuminated taillights. Newly obtained police body-camera footage captures Mahone repeatedly discussing his community standing, including the mayor’s office, his charitable foundation and the school named after his parents. The footage also shows Kenosha Alderman Anthony Kennedy arriving at the scene and attempting to arrange for Mahone’s vehicle to be moved. Despite the arrest and Mahone’s previous OWI conviction, the Kenosha City Attorney’s Office later moved to dismiss the case, and Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Angelina Gabriele (D) granted the dismissal on January 27,

Liberal Kenosha Alderman Anthony Kennedy Accused Of Seeking Sexual Favors For Financial Help From Transsexual; Publicly Posted Texts Detail $60 Dispute

KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha Alderman Anthony Kennedy (D) is facing public allegations from Whitney Cabal, a transsexual who uses the names “Billy Violet” and “Billy LC,” that he provided financial assistance during her divorce and sought sexual favors in return. Cabal published the accusations on Facebook alongside screenshots of messages attributed to Kennedy, referencing KCE’s reporting about his email supporting longtime friend Andy “Sgt. Hard” Berg in a pending felony prosecution. Kennedy did not respond to KCE’s request for comment. KCE asked whether the allegations were true, whether the published messages were authentic, and whether he would resign from the Common Council. Cabal says she is a man and has described transitioning through hormones and surgery. KCE refers to Cabal as a woman because this publication distinguishes biological sex from

Burlington Air Force Veteran Honored With 2026 Veteran Of The Year Award By Congressman Bryan Steil

BURLINGTON, Wis. — A Burlington man who served 25 years in the United States Air Force and continues to dedicate his time to helping fellow veterans has been named the First Congressional District’s 2026 Veteran of the Year. Congressman Bryan Steil (R-WI) presented the honor Thursday to retired Senior Master Sergeant Shane Morris in recognition of his military service and continued commitment to veterans and the community. Morris has remained actively involved in supporting veterans long after retiring from the Air Force. He volunteers with several organizations, including the American Legion, American Veterans (AMVETS), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). According to Steil’s office, Morris routinely visits hospitalized veterans, provides transportation to veterans who need assistance getting to medical appointments, and organizes fundraising

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David vs. Goliath: Kenosha County Eye Founder Wins Major Victory In Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Against Kenosha Judge Chad Kerkman — Reagan-Appointed Federal Judge Refuses To Dismiss Case

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — When Kenosha County Eye founder and investigative journalist Kevin Mathewson filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Chad Kerkman in September 2025, he was representing himself, without an attorney, against government officials backed by at least four experienced attorneys. On Thursday, October 29, 2026, longtime U.S. District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller, appointed to the federal bench by President Ronald Reagan in 1987, handed Mathewson a significant legal victory, rejecting the defendants’ attempt to have his entire lawsuit dismissed and allowing his constitutional claims for declaratory and injunctive relief to move forward. For Mathewson, the ruling represents something much bigger than a legal victory. It represents a fundamental American principle: nobody is above the law, not even a judge. “I was three years old

Liberal Kenosha Alderman Anthony Kennedy Accused Of Seeking Sexual Favors For Financial Help From Transsexual; Publicly Posted Texts Detail $60 Dispute

KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha Alderman Anthony Kennedy (D) is facing public allegations from Whitney Cabal, a transsexual who uses the names “Billy Violet” and “Billy LC,” that he provided financial assistance during her divorce and sought sexual favors in return. Cabal published the accusations on Facebook alongside screenshots of messages attributed to Kennedy, referencing KCE’s reporting about his email supporting longtime friend Andy “Sgt. Hard” Berg in a pending felony prosecution. Kennedy did not respond to KCE’s request for comment. KCE asked whether the allegations were true, whether the published messages were authentic, and whether he would resign from the Common Council. Cabal says she is a man and has described transitioning through hormones and surgery. KCE refers to Cabal as a woman because this publication distinguishes biological sex from

Burlington Air Force Veteran Honored With 2026 Veteran Of The Year Award By Congressman Bryan Steil

BURLINGTON, Wis. — A Burlington man who served 25 years in the United States Air Force and continues to dedicate his time to helping fellow veterans has been named the First Congressional District’s 2026 Veteran of the Year. Congressman Bryan Steil (R-WI) presented the honor Thursday to retired Senior Master Sergeant Shane Morris in recognition of his military service and continued commitment to veterans and the community. Morris has remained actively involved in supporting veterans long after retiring from the Air Force. He volunteers with several organizations, including the American Legion, American Veterans (AMVETS), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). According to Steil’s office, Morris routinely visits hospitalized veterans, provides transportation to veterans who need assistance getting to medical appointments, and organizes fundraising

Burlington Veteran Who Served 25 Years In Air Force Named 2026 Veteran Of The Year By Congressman Bryan Steil

BURLINGTON, Wis. — A Burlington veteran who served 25 years in the United States Air Force and continues to dedicate his time to helping fellow veterans has been named the First Congressional District’s 2026 Veteran of the Year. Congressman Bryan Steil (R-WI) announced Thursday that retired Senior Master Sergeant Shane Morris was selected for the prestigious honor in recognition of his military service and continued commitment to veterans throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Morris served in the United States Air Force for 25 years before retiring, but his commitment to serving others did not end with his military career. He remains actively involved in several veterans organizations, including the American Legion, American Veterans (AMVETS), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). According to Steil’s office, Morris

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Kenosha Man Accused Of Threatening Woman And Her Children, Invoking Violent Street Gangs And Possessing Cocaine Pleads Guilty To Three Crimes

Nicholas J. Naumann, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Nicholas J. Naumann, 39, of Kenosha, a repeat offender previously convicted of domestic abuse, pleaded guilty to three crimes Thursday, October 29, 2026, after being accused of threatening to harm a woman and her children, invoking violent street gangs, threatening gang retaliation if she contacted police, possessing cocaine and resisting arrest. According to the criminal complaint, Naumann allegedly threatened the woman’s children, including making statements that caused her to fear for their safety at a baseball game, referenced the Gangster Disciples, Cobras and Latin Kings, and claimed he was untouchable. Naumann was previously convicted in a 2022 domestic abuse-related case in which his then-girlfriend told police he threatened to put a bullet in her head, threatened to kill

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California Man Wanted In Illinois For Identity Theft Accused Of Leading Kenosha County Deputies And Police On 110 MPH Chase, Driving Into Oncoming Traffic – $100,000 Cash Bail Set

Peng Ren, 46, of Inglewood, California(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 46-year-old California man wanted in Illinois on felony identity theft and fraud allegations is facing eight criminal charges in Kenosha County after prosecutors say he led law enforcement officers on a dangerous, high-speed chase Wednesday, October 28, 2026, reaching speeds exceeding 110 mph, driving into oncoming traffic, and nearly striking a sheriff’s deputy. Peng Ren, 46, of Inglewood, California, appeared before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum on Thursday, October 29, where Kellum set $100,000 cash bail in the new criminal case and an additional $5,000 cash bail in a separate extradition case. Peng Ren, 46, of Inglewood, California(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Convicted Kenosha Burglar Accused Of Threatening To Kill Police Officer And Her Family — Only $1,500 Cash Bail Set

Robert A. Borg, 57, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 57-year-old Kenosha man with a previous felony burglary conviction is facing three new felony charges after police say they caught him burglarizing a Kenosha business and he subsequently threatened to kill a female police officer and her family. Robert A. Borg, 57, of Kenosha, appeared in court Thursday, October 29, 2026, where Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set his cash bail at only $1,500, despite the serious allegations and Borg’s previous felony burglary conviction. Robert A. Borg, 57, 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 Breaking Woman’s Jaw In Group Attack Outside Bar, Threatening To Kill Her; Police Find THC During Investigation

Juan N. Rodriguez, 32, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 32-year-old Kenosha man is facing two felony charges after police say he participated in a group attack on a woman outside a Kenosha bar, punched her in the jaw, and left her with two fractures and a concussion. Juan Noel Rodriguez, appeared Thursday before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum, who set $5,000 cash bail. Rodriguez is charged with felony substantial battery, felony manufacturing or delivering THC, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Juan N. Rodriguez, 32, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Kenosha Police Sought Felony Battery Charge After Woman Allegedly Punched Cop; DA’s Office Filed Only Misdemeanors

Joselin E. Juarez-Galvan, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Joselin E. Juarez-Galvan, 22, of Kenosha, allegedly punched her father over beer and later struck a Kenosha police officer in the face while already on bail in two criminal cases. The Kenosha Police Department sought a felony battery-to-law-enforcement charge, according to her booking record, but the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office did not include that felony in its complaint, instead filing eight misdemeanors. Her initial appearance was scheduled for Thursday afternoon before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum, with no bail decision listed in the initial court record. Joselin E. Juarez-Galvan, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Third OWI, Domestic Abuse And Four Warrants: Kellum Sets Only $750 Cash Bail For Kenosha Man

Adam James Nickos, 41, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Adam James Nickos, 41, of Kenosha, is accused of trying to punch his brother, telling his dogs to go after him and then driving drunk despite a revoked license and a court-ordered ignition interlock requirement. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set cash bail at only $750 Thursday for Nickos, who police said was wanted on four warrants and now faces his third OWI charge. Adam James Nickos, 41, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Two Convicted Sex Offenders To Move Into Pleasant Prairie, Including Man Convicted Of Child Sexual Assault And Incest

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Two convicted sex offenders, Paul Edwards, 59, and Angelo Zamora, 60, will move into separate Pleasant Prairie residences following their release from prison, police announced Thursday, October 29. According to the Pleasant Prairie Police Department, Edwards’ most recent offenses include second-degree sexual assault and burglary, while Zamora’s include second-degree sexual assault of a child and incest with a child. Edwards will reside in the 11200 block of Old Green Bay Road and will be electronically monitored. Police listed his alias as Bush Edwards and described him as a Black man, 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 142 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes and glasses. Zamora will reside in the 12200 block of Sheridan Road and will also be electronically monitored. He is required to

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19-Year-Old Kenosha Man Investigated In Attempted Homicide After Brother Shot Near 50th And Sheridan — Search Warrants Reveal New Details

Kemarion Orthello Rucker, 19, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 19-year-old Kenosha man, Kemarion Orthello Rucker, is at the center of an attempted homicide investigation following the October 24, 2026, shooting of his brother, Kevario Rucker, near 50th Street and Sheridan Road in Kenosha. Newly obtained court documents reveal that detectives believe the shooting occurred inside a moving Chevrolet Tahoe during an argument between the brothers, leaving Kevario seriously wounded and requiring emergency transportation by Flight for Life to a Milwaukee hospital. Kemarion Orthello Rucker, 19, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Liberal Democrat Alderman Appeals To Liberal Democrat Judge For Andy “Sgt. Hard” Berg — Recusal Raises Questions About Earlier Ruling

KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha Alderman Anthony Kennedy, a liberal Democrat who has held office for nearly two decades, invoked his elected title in a direct email to Liberal Judge Jason Rossell (D), seeking favorable consideration for longtime friend and fellow Democrat Andrew Allen “Andy” Berg, 48, of Kenosha. Berg, also known as “Sgt. Hard,” faces two separate drug-related prosecutions, including a newer case charging 22 criminal counts while he was already on bail, yet Kennedy’s appeal drew a procedural reminder and a thank-you from Rossell. The October 22 correspondence is now part of the public record in Berg’s newer felony case. That same day, Rossell signed paperwork recusing himself because of familiarity with Berg arising from his time as chief judge—an explanation that raises questions about his earlier involvement in

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NEW DETAILS: Neighbors Heard Possible Gunshots Days Before Kenosha Couple Found Murdered — Suspect Also Charged With Killing Former Coworker In Seattle

KENOSHA, Wis. — Newly obtained court documents reveal disturbing details about the shooting deaths of Rodney Brushwood, 57, and his wife, Rena O’Neal, 59, inside their Kenosha apartment, including reports that neighbors heard several loud bangs more than two days before police discovered their bodies. The couple’s son, 33-year-old Michael A. O’Neal Fleming of Seattle, was arrested in Chicago on October 20 after being identified as a person of interest in the Kenosha double homicide. He is also charged with first-degree murder in Washington state in connection with the shooting death of a former coworker just days before the Kenosha victims were discovered. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Nine Months In, Pleasant Prairie Police Chief David Selvidge Earns Praise From Village President, Brings Innovative Crime-Fighting Technology To Department

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Nine months after leaving a distinguished 25-year law enforcement career in Arizona to become Pleasant Prairie’s newest police chief, David Selvidge is settling into his new community, earning high marks from Village President Dave Klimisch and introducing technology that is already helping officers stop fleeing suspects while reducing the risks associated with dangerous police pursuits. On Wednesday morning, Kenosha County Eye had the pleasure of visiting Selvidge in his office at the Pleasant Prairie Police Department for a conversation about his transition, his leadership philosophy and one of the department’s most talked-about new tools: the Grappler Police Bumper. Selvidge, who officially took command on January 19, 2026, succeeded longtime Chief David Smetana. Although he arrived from Chandler, Arizona, with an extensive résumé that included SWAT command,

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Kenosha Woman Accused Of Ramming Ex’s Car, Later Pouring Gasoline Around It And Threatening To Light A Match While Already On Bail

Cheri A. Sinkovec, 40, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Cheri A. Sinkovec, 40, of Kenosha, is facing 11 new misdemeanor charges after prosecutors say she rammed her former boyfriend’s occupied vehicle, then weeks later poured gasoline around his car and threatened to light a match. Sinkovec was already on bail in two pending domestic-related cases, including one in which Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set $500 cash bail the same day as the alleged vehicle attack. Cheri A. Sinkovec, 40, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Kenosha County Reports First Human West Nile Virus Case Of 2026

KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha County health officials announced Wednesday, October 28, that a county resident has tested positive for West Nile virus, marking the county’s first reported human case of 2026. Officials are urging residents to continue protecting themselves against mosquito bites into the fall, until a hard frost ends mosquito activity. The county’s announcement did not identify the resident or disclose the person’s age, community, condition, or whether hospitalization was required. The last reported human case in Kenosha County was in 2024, according to the Division of Public Health. Other human cases have been reported elsewhere in Wisconsin this year, and the virus has also been detected in mosquitoes and animals in other parts of the state. Although West Nile illness is most common in Wisconsin during August and

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Salem Man Charged With Third OWI After Allegedly Drinking Whiskey In Dunkin’ Drive-Through Three Days After Prior Conviction

Nicholas David Daniels, 32, of Salem(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PADDOCK LAKE, Wis. — Nicholas David Daniels, 32, of Salem, appeared before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum Wednesday, October 28, on charges of third-offense operating while intoxicated and failing to install an ignition interlock device. Kellum continued his $1,000 cash bail, which had already been posted, after prosecutors alleged Daniels was caught drinking whiskey in a Dunkin’ drive-through just three days after his previous OWI conviction. Nicholas David Daniels, 32, of Salem(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

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Three Women Charged After Alleged Kenosha Apartment Attack Recorded On Facebook Live

Jaraniyah J. Johnson, 19, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Three women — Damiyah Nyasia Ozier, 20, of Racine; Jaraniyah J. Johnson, 19, of Racine; and Danaija Love Dawson, 17, of Kenosha — have been charged with disorderly conduct after allegedly entering a Kenosha apartment without permission and participating in an attack recorded on Facebook Live. Prosecutors allege Ozier struck the victim in the head and shoulders while Johnson held her arms down and Dawson livestreamed the incident, with all three women scheduled for initial appearances before Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum on November 25. Jaraniyah J. Johnson, 19, of Racine(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 Damaging Probation Office After Travel Permit Denied Gets No-Cash Bail

Lozamar Alexis Jr., 25, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — When you’re on probation, a visit with your probation officer is probably a good time to be on your best behavior. Prosecutors say Lozamar Alexis Jr., 25, of Kenosha, instead threw his cellphone into an office wall after his agent denied a work travel permit, then ran from responding police. Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum granted Alexis no-cash bail Wednesday on three misdemeanor charges, each carrying a repeat-offender enhancer. Lozamar Alexis Jr., 25, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Fire Causes Estimated $50,000 In Damage To Twin Lakes Home; Chief Credits Staffing And Volunteers

TWIN LAKES, Wis. — A fire at a home in the 200 block of Hawthorn Drive caused an estimated $50,000 in property damage Tuesday, October 27, according to Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue. No one was home when the fire broke out, and no injuries were reported. Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 12:05 p.m. after initial reports indicated smoke and flames were visible from the residence. Responding crews found smoke coming from the single-story home and located the fire in the back of its attached garage. Crews contained and extinguished the fire, limiting damage to the affected area, according to the department. The occupants later received a Wagner Family Fire Fund Go Bag containing essential items to help them through the next several days. Fire Chief Redlin credited the department’s combination of

Kenosha Defense Attorney Tells Client She’s ‘Stuck In Traffic,’ Never Shows Up — Court Records Place Her In Another County As Juror Questions Her Nose Ring, KCE Criticism

KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha-area criminal defense attorney who has previously been the subject of multiple Kenosha County Eye investigations involving missed court appearances, client complaints, and disciplinary action is facing renewed questions after telling a client she was stuck in traffic and on her way to a deposition, only to never arrive. Court records show that attorney Mackenzie S. Renner appeared in a separate felony proceeding in Walworth County that same afternoon, raising questions about what she told her client and whether she ever intended to attend the deposition. The deposition was scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in connection with a Kenosha County civil lawsuit involving a woman who was also facing criminal charges. Renner represented the woman in her criminal matters, while a separate

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Two Brothers Accused Of Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting Two Girls Beginning Around Ages 6 And 7; Each Held On Half A Million Dollar Bail

Adrian J. Hernandez, 23, of Kenosha and Dacio R. Hernandez, 27 of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Adrian J. Hernandez, of Kenosha, and his brother, Dacio R. Hernandez, of Pleasant Prairie, are accused of repeated sexual assaults in an investigation involving two girls. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set half a million dollar bail for each brother during their October 27 initial appearances. Adrian J. Hernandez Dacio R. Hernandez You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Pleasant Prairie Clerk’s Office Sends Duplicate Absentee Ballots; Village Does Not Disclose How Many Voters Affected

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — The Village of Pleasant Prairie Clerk’s Office, headed by Village Clerk Jane Snell, sent duplicate absentee ballot packets to voters just eight days before the November 3 general election, according to a village announcement Tuesday. The village said the employee responsible is no longer employed, but did not disclose how many voters received duplicate ballots or how the error escaped detection before the packets were mailed. Snell heads the office responsible for administering village elections and handling absentee ballots. Although the village’s announcement attributed the duplicate mailings to an unnamed employee, it did not address Snell’s oversight of the process or identify the employee’s position. The village has publicly identified Snell as its clerk in other recent communications. According to the October 27 release, the duplicate

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