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Defendant Posted Bail, Hired a Lawyer, Wants to Appear in Court—Court Commissioner Says Not So Fast
KENOSHA, Wis. — An Arizona man was recently accused of committing a low-end financial crime in Kenosha. Former Court Commissioner William Michel issued a warrant
Feds Tip Off Detectives; Kenosha Man Accused of Running Drug Distribution Hub Near School
KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man already being held on a probation and parole hold is now facing a dozen criminal charges after investigators say
Defendant Posted Bail, Hired a Lawyer, Wants to Appear in Court—Court Commissioner Says Not So Fast
KENOSHA, Wis. — An Arizona man was recently accused of committing a low-end financial crime in Kenosha. Former Court Commissioner William Michel issued a warrant with a bond amount of $25,000. The man was arrested in Arizona, and his $25,000 bond was posted. Court records show that he was released upon posting bail and then hired Kenosha criminal defense attorney Michael Cicchini to defend his Kenosha case. However, in a strange twist of events, Cicchini has actually been fighting with Joint Services and Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun, but Cicchini’s goal is an unusual one: he’s trying to get his client into court. “The first thing I did,” Cicchini said, “was to contact the intake court for a voluntary appearance date. The voicemail warns not to call
Woman Accused of Trying to Strangle Boyfriend With Nylon Cord, Holding Knife to His Throat Receives $1,000 Cash Bail
McKenzie Klosowski, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — McKenzie Klosowski, 18, of Kenosha, is charged with four crimes, including felony first-degree recklessly endangering safety and felony strangulation and suffocation, after authorities allege she wrapped a nylon cord around her boyfriend’s neck twice, restricting his breathing and causing him to fear she was trying to kill him, before later holding a butcher knife to his throat and pressing it against his stomach during a violent domestic disturbance at a Town of Paris motel. Despite the serious allegations, Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun set Klosowski’s cash bail at just $1,000 during her initial appearance Wednesday. Court observers noted the unusually low bail amount given the nature of the accusations. McKenzie Klosowski, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s
Illinois Man Accused of Drunkenly Fleeing Police Before 90 MPH Crash Injuring Salem Lakes Driver Fails to Appear; Warrant Issued
Trevor Michael Kerin, 22, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois(facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — Trevor Michael Kerin, 22, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois, failed to appear for his initial appearance Wednesday afternoon in Kenosha County Circuit Court on charges stemming from an alleged drunken driving crash that injured another motorist after a police pursuit that began in Lake Geneva. Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun authorized a warrant for his arrest and set a $1,000 cash bond that must be posted before release. Trevor Michael Kerin, 22, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois(facebook.com) Kerin’s Car(facebook.com) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
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Feds Tip Off Detectives; Kenosha Man Accused of Running Drug Distribution Hub Near School
KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man already being held on a probation and parole hold is now facing a dozen criminal charges after investigators say he admitted receiving drug shipments through the mail for more than a year and serving as a distribution point for a drug trafficking organization operating out of his home near All Saints Elementary/Middle School. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Woman Accused of Trying to Strangle Boyfriend With Nylon Cord, Holding Knife to His Throat Receives $1,000 Cash Bail
McKenzie Klosowski, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — McKenzie Klosowski, 18, of Kenosha, is charged with four crimes, including felony first-degree recklessly endangering safety and felony strangulation and suffocation, after authorities allege she wrapped a nylon cord around her boyfriend’s neck twice, restricting his breathing and causing him to fear she was trying to kill him, before later holding a butcher knife to his throat and pressing it against his stomach during a violent domestic disturbance at a Town of Paris motel. Despite the serious allegations, Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun set Klosowski’s cash bail at just $1,000 during her initial appearance Wednesday. Court observers noted the unusually low bail amount given the nature of the accusations. McKenzie Klosowski, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s
Illinois Man Accused of Drunkenly Fleeing Police Before 90 MPH Crash Injuring Salem Lakes Driver Fails to Appear; Warrant Issued
Trevor Michael Kerin, 22, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois(facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — Trevor Michael Kerin, 22, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois, failed to appear for his initial appearance Wednesday afternoon in Kenosha County Circuit Court on charges stemming from an alleged drunken driving crash that injured another motorist after a police pursuit that began in Lake Geneva. Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun authorized a warrant for his arrest and set a $1,000 cash bond that must be posted before release. Trevor Michael Kerin, 22, of Round Lake Beach, Illinois(facebook.com) Kerin’s Car(facebook.com) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
$50,000 Cash Bail Set for Man Accused of Holding Woman Against Her Will, Stealing Her SUV and Leading Police Chase Through Soybean Field; Multiple Other Cases Remain Open
Kimble B. Menard Jr., 36, of Rockford, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Kimble B. Menard Jr., 36, of Rockford, Illinois, is charged in a new felony case stemming from an alleged June 19 incident in Pleasant Prairie. Klowatyj is being identified because she is also a defendant in other serious criminal allegations arising from the same investigation. Prosecutors allege Menard falsely imprisoned Klowatyj, took her Ford Escape without permission, led police on a dangerous chase through a soybean field, crashed into a squad car and utility pole, and possessed drug paraphernalia. Court records show Menard also has multiple other criminal cases pending in Wisconsin and Illinois. Kimble B. Menard Jr., 36, of Rockford, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this
House Allegedly So Filthy Cat Waste Could Be Smelled Blocks Away; Deputy Reportedly Left Covered in More Than 100 Fleas
Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) WHEATLAND, Wis. — Louise R. Heeg, 47, of New Munster, and Danny R. Anderson, 61, also of New Munster, have been charged after a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office deputy allegedly discovered a house being used exclusively to house cats in conditions so unsanitary that neighbors complained the smell of feces and ammonia could be detected blocks away, while the deputy reported leaving the residence covered in more than 100 live fleas that later contaminated his squad car. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Driver Found Unconscious Behind Wheel of Running SUV After Children Reportedly Said They Feared for Their Lives; Facing Bail Jumping Charges
Quintin Jacob Anderson, 42, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Racine man already facing multiple drunk-driving-related cases is now accused of violating two separate bonds after Kenosha police allegedly found him unconscious behind the wheel of a running SUV while his children had earlier reported being frightened by his driving. Quintin Jacob Anderson, 42, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
French Teacher Said Indian Trail Assistant Principal Asked Him to “Do Her Son a Favor” By Adding an Unearned Credit; KUSD Deemed Allegations ‘Unsubstantiated’
Indian Trail Assistant Principal Mercilie Toney KENOSHA, Wis. — A French teacher told Kenosha Unified School District investigators that he believed Indian Trail Assistant Principal Mercilie Toney was asking him to “do her son a favor” by helping the student obtain French credit for a semester in which he was not enrolled in the class. Superintendent Jeffrey Weiss later told Kenosha County Eye that the allegations were deemed “unsubstantiated,” but none of the records released by the district include any final findings, investigative conclusion, or explanation supporting that determination. Jeffrey Weiss (D) – Superintendent, KUSD(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
‘Everybody Knew’: Teacher Arrested Drunk After School Bus Hit-and-Run Was Previously Accused of Sliding Pen Toward Co-Worker’s Groin During Workplace Harassment Investigation
Casey Cushman – Teacher, Tremper High School and his Damaged Truck KENOSHA, Wis. — Months before Tremper High School Technology Education teacher Casey Cushman was arrested after allegedly crashing into a school bus, fleeing the scene, and being arrested for operating while intoxicated, a female co-worker accused him of repeatedly making sexual comments during a staff training session, repeatedly saying the word “anal,” asking whether she was a “one hander or a two hander,” and sliding a pen along her leg toward her groin. Human Resources Director Kevin Neir ultimately dismissed the complaint, concluding there was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegations. The employee appealed that decision, but Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Weiss later upheld the finding and denied the appeal. Casey Cushman – Teacher, Tremper High You must be logged
Former Kenosha News Employee Denise Lockwood (D) Floods Inboxes Seeking Donations for ‘Nonpartisan’ Election Fund as Questions Persist About Earlier Emergency Funding Appeal
RACINE, Wis. — Racine County Eye, which has no affiliation whatsoever with Kenosha County Eye, is a Racine-based blog founded in 2013 by former Kenosha News employee Denise Lockwood (D). The publication has launched an aggressive fundraising campaign for its election coverage, sending multiple donation solicitations to readers while questions remain unanswered about an earlier emergency appeal for operating funds. As previously reported by Kenosha County Eye, Lockwood sent a fundraising email in March warning that the blog needed to raise $5,000 within 72 hours and $20,000 by April 30. The appeal described the situation as an emergency but provided few details regarding the cause of the financial shortfall. Kenosha County Eye later submitted questions asking whether those goals were met, whether the publication’s finances had stabilized, and whether its
Cold-Case Defendant Pleads Guilty to Homicide by Negligent Handling of a Dangerous Weapon
Kevin R. Siler, 42, of Kenosha(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Kevin R. Siler pleaded guilty Tuesday to homicide by negligent handling of a dangerous weapon in connection with the 2019 death of Joseph Christol, bringing a resolution to a Pleasant Prairie cold-case homicide that remained unsolved for nearly five years. Kevin R. Siler, 42, of Kenosha(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) The Late Joseph Christol, 35, of Kenosha You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Accused Serial Shoplifter Arrested on $15,000 Warrant; Court Appearance Today Before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun
Breanne M. Hart, 36, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Racine woman accused of stealing nearly $1,000 worth of camera equipment from a Pleasant Prairie Target was arrested Tuesday on a $15,000 cash arrest warrant that had been outstanding since June 9, the same day Kenosha County prosecutors filed a felony retail theft charge against her. Breanne M. Hart, 36, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Woman Accused of 100 MPH New Year’s Day Chase Through Kenosha County Faces Preliminary Hearing Wednesday
Jacquise E. Smallwood, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 35-year-old Kenosha woman accused of leading deputies on a high-speed New Year’s Day chase through Somers is scheduled for a preliminary hearing Wednesday after appearing in court on June 16, when Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Michael “No Money” Masnica reduced her cash bail from $50,000 to $7,500. Jacquise E. Smallwood Jacquise E. Smallwood You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Management Responds, City Leaders Don’t as Harborside Seniors Describe Weeks of Elevator Problems, Bed Bugs
Harborside Commons Senior Apartment HomesFire Chief Dan Tilton (Left) Mayor David Bogdala (R) (Right) KENOSHA, Wis. — While Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes Property Manager Melissa provided Kenosha County Eye with a detailed explanation for a recent elevator outage that allegedly left elderly and disabled residents stranded in their apartments for nearly two weeks, neither Mayor David Bogdala nor Fire Chief Dan Tilton responded to KCE’s requests for comment. Numerous residents and family members told KCE they also personally contacted the mayor’s office seeking help and never received a return call. The controversy comes amid reports of missed medical appointments, missed work, recurring elevator failures, bed bug complaints, and growing frustration from residents who say nobody in city government has stepped forward to explain why a senior housing complex was
Money to Colombia, a Kitchen Knife, and a Letter From the Victim: Kenosha Man Held on Felony Strangulation Charge
Julian Camilo Forero-Vargas, 28, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 28-year-old Kenosha man is facing felony domestic violence charges after police say he choked the mother of his child during an argument over sending money to family members in Colombia, leaving her with scratches on her neck and redness around one eye. Prosecutors charged Julian Camilo Forero-Vargas with felony strangulation and suffocation, misdemeanor battery, and disorderly conduct, all with domestic abuse enhancers. Julian Camilo Forero-Vargas, 28, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Wanted Man Hides Under Mattress in Van at McDonald’s Parking Lot After Woman Tells Deputies He’s Not There; Felony Charges Filed Against Both
Joshua Dean Meinen, 43, of Brighton and Sheri Rose Stella, 44 of Lake Geneva(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PADDOCK LAKE, Wis. — A Brighton man who was allegedly found hiding beneath a mattress inside a van at a McDonald’s parking lot after a woman told deputies he had already left the area saw his felony bail jumping case dismissed Tuesday, apparently due to a clerical error in the criminal complaint. The dismissal appears to be temporary, however, and it’s unknown if prosecutors are expected to refile the charges. Meanwhile, the woman who allegedly claimed he was gone now faces her own felony drug charges arising from the same encounter. Joshua Meinen Sheri Stella You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Third OWI Defendant Who Received No-Cash Bail Skipped Court, Prompting Judge to Order $10,000 Cash Warrant
Richard T. Walters, 45, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — What is the worst that can happen when someone accused of a third drunk-driving offense is released on a no-cash bail? In the case of Richard T. Walters, prosecutors allege the answer included failing to appear in court, failing to comply with a court-ordered drunk-driving supervision program, and ultimately requiring a judge to issue a $10,000 cash bench warrant after he disappeared from the judicial process. Richard T. Walters, 45, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
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
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
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
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,
$50,000 Cash Bail Set for Man Accused of Holding Woman Against Her Will, Stealing Her SUV and Leading Police Chase Through Soybean Field; Multiple Other Cases Remain Open
Kimble B. Menard Jr., 36, of Rockford, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Kimble B. Menard Jr., 36, of Rockford, Illinois, is charged in
House Allegedly So Filthy Cat Waste Could Be Smelled Blocks Away; Deputy Reportedly Left Covered in More Than 100 Fleas
Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) WHEATLAND, Wis. — Louise R. Heeg, 47, of New Munster, and Danny R. Anderson,
Driver Found Unconscious Behind Wheel of Running SUV After Children Reportedly Said They Feared for Their Lives; Facing Bail Jumping Charges
Quintin Jacob Anderson, 42, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Racine man already facing multiple drunk-driving-related cases is now accused of violating
French Teacher Said Indian Trail Assistant Principal Asked Him to “Do Her Son a Favor” By Adding an Unearned Credit; KUSD Deemed Allegations ‘Unsubstantiated’
Indian Trail Assistant Principal Mercilie Toney KENOSHA, Wis. — A French teacher told Kenosha Unified School District investigators that he believed Indian Trail Assistant Principal
‘Everybody Knew’: Teacher Arrested Drunk After School Bus Hit-and-Run Was Previously Accused of Sliding Pen Toward Co-Worker’s Groin During Workplace Harassment Investigation
Casey Cushman – Teacher, Tremper High School and his Damaged Truck KENOSHA, Wis. — Months before Tremper High School Technology Education teacher Casey Cushman was
Former Kenosha News Employee Denise Lockwood (D) Floods Inboxes Seeking Donations for ‘Nonpartisan’ Election Fund as Questions Persist About Earlier Emergency Funding Appeal
RACINE, Wis. — Racine County Eye, which has no affiliation whatsoever with Kenosha County Eye, is a Racine-based blog founded in 2013 by former Kenosha
Cold-Case Defendant Pleads Guilty to Homicide by Negligent Handling of a Dangerous Weapon
Kevin R. Siler, 42, of Kenosha(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Kevin R. Siler pleaded guilty Tuesday to homicide by
Accused Serial Shoplifter Arrested on $15,000 Warrant; Court Appearance Today Before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun
Breanne M. Hart, 36, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Racine woman accused of stealing nearly $1,000 worth of camera equipment from
Woman Accused of 100 MPH New Year’s Day Chase Through Kenosha County Faces Preliminary Hearing Wednesday
Jacquise E. Smallwood, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 35-year-old Kenosha woman accused of leading deputies on a high-speed New Year’s
Management Responds, City Leaders Don’t as Harborside Seniors Describe Weeks of Elevator Problems, Bed Bugs
Harborside Commons Senior Apartment HomesFire Chief Dan Tilton (Left) Mayor David Bogdala (R) (Right) KENOSHA, Wis. — While Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes Property Manager
Money to Colombia, a Kitchen Knife, and a Letter From the Victim: Kenosha Man Held on Felony Strangulation Charge
Julian Camilo Forero-Vargas, 28, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 28-year-old Kenosha man is facing felony domestic violence charges after police say
Wanted Man Hides Under Mattress in Van at McDonald’s Parking Lot After Woman Tells Deputies He’s Not There; Felony Charges Filed Against Both
Joshua Dean Meinen, 43, of Brighton and Sheri Rose Stella, 44 of Lake Geneva(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PADDOCK LAKE, Wis. — A Brighton man who
Third OWI Defendant Who Received No-Cash Bail Skipped Court, Prompting Judge to Order $10,000 Cash Warrant
Richard T. Walters, 45, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — What is the worst that can happen when someone accused of a third
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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