TWIN LAKES, Wis. — A 35-year-old Illinois man is being held in the Kenosha County Jail on a $100,000 cash bond after prosecutors charged him with two felonies for allegedly traveling to Twin Lakes to meet who he believed was a 15-year-old girl for sex following days of explicit online conversations with an undercover police investigator.
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David A. Cyr, 40, The Late Jean Cyr, 66, and Nicole Josephine Cyr, 39, of Kenosha(Facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — More than two years after the death of Jean Cyr, David A. Cyr, 40, of Kenosha, and Nicole Josephine Cyr, 39, of Kenosha, have each been charged with one misdemeanor count of recklessly subjecting an individual at risk to abuse. Prosecutors allege the siblings
KENOSHA, Wis. — Conservative activist Scarlett Johnson, one of Wisconsin’s most recognizable parental rights advocates and a leader within Moms for Liberty, has endorsed Sandy Wiedmeyer in the Republican primary for Wisconsin’s 11th State Senate District. In a written endorsement released Tuesday, Johnson praised Wiedmeyer’s conservative credentials and grassroots leadership, saying she has “earned my endorsement, and more importantly, my trust.” Johnson wrote
Walworth County Judge Kristine E. Drettwan (D) and Racine County DA Patricia Hanson (D) RACINE, Wis. — A Walworth County judge overseeing the John Doe petition filed by Kenosha County Eye has taken the unusual step of ordering two law enforcement agencies to turn over their complete, unredacted investigative files
Melissa R. Cardenas, 46, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Melissa R. Cardenas, 46, of Kenosha, is charged with felony battery to a public officer, along with misdemeanor counts of resisting an officer, disorderly conduct and obstructing an officer, all as a repeat offender, after police say she
Marc W. Bruce, 35, of Woodridge, Illinois(Twin Lakes Police Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) TWIN LAKES, Wis. — A suburban Chicago man was arrested Monday after investigators say he traveled to Twin Lakes to meet someone he believed was a 15-year-old girl for sex following an undercover investigation
Now-Fired Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II (D)(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Nearly two months after Kenosha County Eye exclusively reported that Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II had been fired, newly released public records confirm that
Kenosha Police(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Alanna M. Reyes, 16, of Caledonia, was released Monday on no-cash bail after being charged with felony fleeing or eluding an officer for allegedly taking over the wheel of a stolen vehicle from a 12-year-old boy and leading
Jacob L. Davis, 18, of Trevor(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Jacob L. Davis, 18, of Trevor, appeared Monday before Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse on misdemeanor charges alleging he repeatedly threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend through text messages, signed her up for pornography websites without her consent, and was
David A. Cyr, 40, The Late Jean Cyr, 66, and Nicole Josephine Cyr, 39, of Kenosha(Facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — More than two years after the death of Jean Cyr, David A. Cyr, 40, of Kenosha, and Nicole Josephine Cyr, 39, of Kenosha, have each been charged with one misdemeanor count of recklessly subjecting an individual at risk to abuse. Prosecutors allege the siblings
KENOSHA, Wis. — Conservative activist Scarlett Johnson, one of Wisconsin’s most recognizable parental rights advocates and a leader within Moms for Liberty, has endorsed Sandy Wiedmeyer in the Republican primary for Wisconsin’s 11th State Senate District. In a written endorsement released Tuesday, Johnson praised Wiedmeyer’s conservative credentials and grassroots leadership, saying she has “earned my endorsement, and more importantly, my trust.” Johnson wrote
Walworth County Judge Kristine E. Drettwan (D) and Racine County DA Patricia Hanson (D) RACINE, Wis. — A Walworth County judge overseeing the John Doe petition filed by Kenosha County Eye has taken the unusual step of ordering two law enforcement agencies to turn over their complete, unredacted investigative files after Racine County District Attorney Patricia Hanson declined to criminally charge Racine County
Melissa R. Cardenas, 46, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Melissa R. Cardenas, 46, of Kenosha, is charged with felony battery to a public officer, along with misdemeanor counts of resisting an officer, disorderly conduct and obstructing an officer, all as a repeat offender, after police say she confronted a group of teenagers at a city park, resisted arrest, and later
Marc W. Bruce, 35, of Woodridge, Illinois(Twin Lakes Police Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) TWIN LAKES, Wis. — A suburban Chicago man was arrested Monday after investigators say he traveled to Twin Lakes to meet someone he believed was a 15-year-old girl for sex following an undercover investigation by the Twin Lakes Police Department. Marc W. Bruce, 35, of Woodridge, Illinois(Kenosha
Now-Fired Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II (D)(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Nearly two months after Kenosha County Eye exclusively reported that Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II had been fired, newly released public records confirm that Kenosha County Chief Judge Wynne Laufenberg personally made the decision to terminate him
Kenosha Police(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Alanna M. Reyes, 16, of Caledonia, was released Monday on no-cash bail after being charged with felony fleeing or eluding an officer for allegedly taking over the wheel of a stolen vehicle from a 12-year-old boy and leading Kenosha police on a high-speed chase through the City of Kenosha. According to
Jacob L. Davis, 18, of Trevor(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Jacob L. Davis, 18, of Trevor, appeared Monday before Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse on misdemeanor charges alleging he repeatedly threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend through text messages, signed her up for pornography websites without her consent, and was later found in possession of THC vape cartridges. Bouterse found probable cause, entered
Andrew A. Lewis, 36, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Andrew A. Lewis, 36, of Kenosha, made his initial appearance Monday in Kenosha County Circuit Court after prosecutors charged him with felony failing to comply with Wisconsin’s sex offender registry requirements by allegedly operating an unreported Facebook account for nearly two years. Supplemental Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse set a $2,000 cash
RANDALL, Wis. — A serious two-vehicle crash in the Town of Randall on Sunday afternoon left multiple people injured, including a 45-year-old man who suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Milwaukee trauma center. The crash occurred at approximately 2:17 p.m. in the 38500 block of County Highway F (87th Street), where Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue, the Town of Randall Fire Department, and
Johanna L. Gabourel, 39, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Pleasant Prairie woman is facing three felony cocaine delivery charges after Kenosha-area drug investigators say she repeatedly sold large amounts of cocaine to a confidential informant before being caught with nearly 29 grams of crack cocaine hidden in her underwear. Johanna L. Gabourel, 39, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s
KENOSHA, Wis. — A U.S. Navy veteran with more than a decade of experience assisting veterans and their families has taken over as Kenosha County’s new Director of Veterans Services. Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced Wednesday that Robert Swanson is now leading the Kenosha County Division of Veterans Services following the retirement of former Director Jennifer Blasi. “Jennifer has done an outstanding
Eric Jamal Smith, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 39-year-old Kenosha man is facing two felony strangulation charges and five additional domestic abuse-related charges after prosecutors say he attacked a woman during two separate incidents on back-to-back days, leaving her with bruises, bite marks, swelling, scratches and other injuries. Eric Jamal Smith, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You
KENOSHA, Wis. — Keller Williams Thrive will celebrate the grand opening of its new Kenosha office later this month with a community event featuring live music, drinks, food, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new Keller Williams Thrive Kenosha office, located at 5525 Green Bay Road, Suite 200, will host its grand opening celebration on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. until 7
Julio Cesar Marin-Garcia, 44, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of sexually assaulting a woman, choking her, stopping her from calling 911, and taking her vehicle posted $7,500 cash bail Friday after a warrant for his arrest remained active for several months. Julio Cesar Marin-Garcia, 44, of Kenosha, is facing eight criminal charges, including three felonies, in
Ricardo Daniel Carranza, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of his sixth drunk-driving offense was ordered held on $20,000 cash bail Friday after prosecutors say he crashed into a parked vehicle, drove away, and later admitted to police that he drank “a lot” and “too much” before getting behind the wheel. Ricardo Daniel Carranza, 39, of
Marcelis Butler, 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Marcelis Butler, 18, of Kenosha, was charged with a felony drug offense and three counts of bail jumping after Kenosha Police say they found dozens of ecstasy pills and cocaine hidden inside his bedroom during the execution of a search warrant. Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse set Butler’s cash bail at $2,000 Friday
Kenosha Police Department(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Steven M. Hunkins, 55, of Kenosha, was charged with felony Operating While Intoxicated Causing Injury – 2nd and Subsequent Offense after prosecutors say he caused a two-vehicle crash that sent another driver to the hospital. The case is assigned to Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Heather Iverson after being moved to coincide with a
Pleasant Prairie Police Department(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Oscar De Leon, 67, of Kenosha, was charged Thursday with felony fourth-offense operating while intoxicated after Pleasant Prairie Police say he crashed his Ford Focus, ended up trapped underneath the vehicle, and had to be pulled to safety by an officer. The Class H felony carries a maximum
Jared R. Lawson, 24, of Chicago(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Jared R. Lawson, 24, of Chicago, was taken into custody after missing court dates in his felony burglary case involving an allegedly stolen $12,000 Can-Am Ryker three-wheeled motorcycle. Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Jodi L. Meier previously issued a $25,000 cash bench warrant after Lawson failed to appear for his June
Kenosha Police Department(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Sean A. Braun, 18, of Kenosha, is facing two felony charges after prosecutors say he stole a Chevrolet Trailblazer, drove it recklessly through a Kenosha neighborhood, and crashed into two occupied homes, causing extensive damage. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Keanna R. Henley, 23, and Alexis E. Cannon, 29, Both of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Two Kenosha sisters accused by police of forcing their way into an apartment and attacking a woman were released from custody Thursday afternoon on no-cash bail by Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse. Keanna R. Henley Alexis E. Cannon You must be logged in to view the
KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha County residents and business owners who suffered damage during April’s severe storms and flooding may now apply for federal disaster assistance after Kenosha County was included in a Presidential Disaster Declaration. Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced Wednesday that residents affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that struck Wisconsin from April 13 through April 23 are now
Milton S. Alvarado-Gomez, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man already facing a felony domestic violence case is back behind bars after prosecutors say he attacked and strangled his ex-wife outside a Kenosha bar — while he was under a court order to have no contact with her. Milton S. Alvarado-Gomez, 34, of Kenosha, was charged Thursday with
David A. Cyr, 40, The Late Jean Cyr, 66, and Nicole Josephine Cyr, 39, of Kenosha(Facebook.com) KENOSHA, Wis. — More than two years after the death of Jean Cyr, David A. Cyr, 40, of Kenosha, and Nicole Josephine Cyr, 39, of Kenosha, have each been charged with one misdemeanor count of recklessly subjecting an individual at risk to abuse. Prosecutors allege the siblings
KENOSHA, Wis. — Conservative activist Scarlett Johnson, one of Wisconsin’s most recognizable parental rights advocates and a leader within Moms for Liberty, has endorsed Sandy Wiedmeyer in the Republican primary for Wisconsin’s 11th State Senate District. In a written endorsement released Tuesday, Johnson praised Wiedmeyer’s conservative credentials and grassroots leadership, saying she has “earned my endorsement, and more importantly, my trust.” Johnson wrote
Walworth County Judge Kristine E. Drettwan (D) and Racine County DA Patricia Hanson (D) RACINE, Wis. — A Walworth County judge overseeing the John Doe petition filed by Kenosha County Eye has taken the unusual step of ordering two law enforcement agencies to turn over their complete, unredacted investigative files after Racine County District Attorney Patricia Hanson declined to criminally charge Racine County
Melissa R. Cardenas, 46, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Melissa R. Cardenas, 46, of Kenosha, is charged with felony battery to a public officer, along with misdemeanor counts of resisting an officer, disorderly conduct and obstructing an officer, all as a repeat offender, after police say she confronted a group of teenagers at a city park, resisted arrest, and later
Marc W. Bruce, 35, of Woodridge, Illinois(Twin Lakes Police Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) TWIN LAKES, Wis. — A suburban Chicago man was arrested Monday after investigators say he traveled to Twin Lakes to meet someone he believed was a 15-year-old girl for sex following an undercover investigation by the Twin Lakes Police Department. Marc W. Bruce, 35, of Woodridge, Illinois(Kenosha
Now-Fired Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II (D)(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Nearly two months after Kenosha County Eye exclusively reported that Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II had been fired, newly released public records confirm that Kenosha County Chief Judge Wynne Laufenberg personally made the decision to terminate him
Kenosha Police(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — Alanna M. Reyes, 16, of Caledonia, was released Monday on no-cash bail after being charged with felony fleeing or eluding an officer for allegedly taking over the wheel of a stolen vehicle from a 12-year-old boy and leading Kenosha police on a high-speed chase through the City of Kenosha. According to
Jacob L. Davis, 18, of Trevor(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Jacob L. Davis, 18, of Trevor, appeared Monday before Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse on misdemeanor charges alleging he repeatedly threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend through text messages, signed her up for pornography websites without her consent, and was later found in possession of THC vape cartridges. Bouterse found probable cause, entered
Andrew A. Lewis, 36, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Andrew A. Lewis, 36, of Kenosha, made his initial appearance Monday in Kenosha County Circuit Court after prosecutors charged him with felony failing to comply with Wisconsin’s sex offender registry requirements by allegedly operating an unreported Facebook account for nearly two years. Supplemental Court Commissioner Lisa Bouterse set a $2,000 cash
RANDALL, Wis. — A serious two-vehicle crash in the Town of Randall on Sunday afternoon left multiple people injured, including a 45-year-old man who suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Milwaukee trauma center. The crash occurred at approximately 2:17 p.m. in the 38500 block of County Highway F (87th Street), where Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue, the Town of Randall Fire Department, and
Johanna L. Gabourel, 39, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Pleasant Prairie woman is facing three felony cocaine delivery charges after Kenosha-area drug investigators say she repeatedly sold large amounts of cocaine to a confidential informant before being caught with nearly 29 grams of crack cocaine hidden in her underwear. Johanna L. Gabourel, 39, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s
KENOSHA, Wis. — A U.S. Navy veteran with more than a decade of experience assisting veterans and their families has taken over as Kenosha County’s new Director of Veterans Services. Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced Wednesday that Robert Swanson is now leading the Kenosha County Division of Veterans Services following the retirement of former Director Jennifer Blasi. “Jennifer has done an outstanding
Eric Jamal Smith, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 39-year-old Kenosha man is facing two felony strangulation charges and five additional domestic abuse-related charges after prosecutors say he attacked a woman during two separate incidents on back-to-back days, leaving her with bruises, bite marks, swelling, scratches and other injuries. Eric Jamal Smith, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You
KENOSHA, Wis. — Keller Williams Thrive will celebrate the grand opening of its new Kenosha office later this month with a community event featuring live music, drinks, food, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new Keller Williams Thrive Kenosha office, located at 5525 Green Bay Road, Suite 200, will host its grand opening celebration on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. until 7
Julio Cesar Marin-Garcia, 44, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of sexually assaulting a woman, choking her, stopping her from calling 911, and taking her vehicle posted $7,500 cash bail Friday after a warrant for his arrest remained active for several months. Julio Cesar Marin-Garcia, 44, of Kenosha, is facing eight criminal charges, including three felonies, in
Ricardo Daniel Carranza, 39, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of his sixth drunk-driving offense was ordered held on $20,000 cash bail Friday after prosecutors say he crashed into a parked vehicle, drove away, and later admitted to police that he drank “a lot” and “too much” before getting behind the wheel. Ricardo Daniel Carranza, 39, of
