KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Jason Rossell (D) gave a Trevor mother only 10 days of work release after she pleaded guilty to driving impaired with her 10-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter in her SUV. Margaret J. Merkel, 33, was convicted September 16 of second-offense OWI with a child under 16 in the vehicle. Prosecutors also dismissed Merkel’s felony narcotics charge.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dale B. Shaffer, 30, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Dale B. Shaffer, 30, of Twin Lakes, faces two felony charges after prosecutors say he twice choked his 12-year-old son, including lifting the boy off the ground by his neck during an attack in which the child could not breathe. Shaffer was summoned to appear November 12 before Kenosha County
KENOSHA, Wis. — Approximately 7,000 lead service lines remain across Kenosha, and the Kenosha Water Utility is urging households with children younger than 7 or a pregnant woman to contact the utility promptly about replacement assistance. For qualifying households, available funding could cover the full cost of replacing the pipes that connect street water mains to homes and buildings. The utility announced expanded
Devon S. Leedom, 31, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Devon S. Leedom, 31, of Kenosha, a career criminal whose convictions include felony child abuse, felony fleeing and third-offense OWI, was granted no-cash bail Tuesday by Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum after prosecutors accused him of passing out intoxicated behind his apartment’s entrance, preventing his crying 10-year-old
Brittani M. Elmore, 34, of Zion, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Brittani M. Elmore, 34, of Zion, Illinois, is charged with first-offense operating while intoxicated with a passenger younger than 16 after police say she drove with an 8-year-old girl in the front seat following tequila consumption. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set $500 cash bail
Craig R. Carver, 53, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Craig R. Carver, 53, of Pleasant Prairie, is accused of pushing his 99-year-old mother during a confrontation at their home following a family argument about politics. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set only $250 cash bail Tuesday on charges of disorderly conduct with a domestic
KENOSHA, Wis. — Maurice James Freeland, 44, the man whose flying kick toward Kyle Rittenhouse was captured on video and seen around the world during the August 2020 Kenosha riots, is married to Jamie Freeland, who works in advertising and revenue generation for the financially troubled Racine County Eye and is now the executive director of Racine’s Senior Companion Program. A comprehensive investigation
Nazsir Tyrone Ellis, 25, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 25-year-old Kenosha man who was released on no-cash bail three separate times since July is now facing a felony burglary charge after police say he attempted to stab a man inside his home with a large screwdriver while the man’s children were nearby. Nazsir Tyrone Ellis appeared before Kenosha County
KENOSHA, Wis. — A locally owned downtown Kenosha café is expanding its offerings, giving area businesses and residents a healthier alternative to traditional catering options. Southport Wellness Café & Smoothie Bar, owned by Meg Faulkner, has announced the launch of its new catering services, featuring freshly prepared meals, locally sourced ingredients and convenient delivery throughout the greater Kenosha and Pleasant Prairie areas. The
Erick Castro Gomez, 25 of Kenosha (Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office)Crime Scene Photo by Incident Response KENOSHA, Wis. — Erick Castro Gomez, 25, of Kenosha, was ordered held on $1,500 cash bail Monday by Court Commissioner Daniel E. “Catch & Release” Kellum after prosecutors accused him of operating a stolen Audi stopped by Pleasant Prairie police using a Grappler device. Kellum also dismissed a
Demitrius D. Bryan, 34, of Zion, Illinois(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 34-year-old Zion, Illinois, man accused of driving drunk in Kenosha just 18 days after being convicted of his first OWI was released on no-cash bail Monday afternoon by Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel E. “Catch & Release” Kellum. Demitrius D. Bryan, who was arrested early Sunday morning, October 25,
Ann-Marie Rose Stachura, 45, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 45-year-old Kenosha woman accused of running a red light, crashing into another vehicle, injuring its driver, and fleeing the scene was arrested Sunday, October 25, 2026, approximately 17 months after a bench warrant was issued for her arrest. Anna M. Stachura, also known as Ann-Marie Rose Stachura, appeared in Kenosha
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dale B. Shaffer, 30, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Dale B. Shaffer, 30, of Twin Lakes, faces two felony charges after prosecutors say he twice choked his 12-year-old son, including lifting the boy off the ground by his neck during an attack in which the child could not breathe. Shaffer was summoned to appear November 12 before Kenosha County
KENOSHA, Wis. — Approximately 7,000 lead service lines remain across Kenosha, and the Kenosha Water Utility is urging households with children younger than 7 or a pregnant woman to contact the utility promptly about replacement assistance. For qualifying households, available funding could cover the full cost of replacing the pipes that connect street water mains to homes and buildings. The utility announced expanded
Devon S. Leedom, 31, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Devon S. Leedom, 31, of Kenosha, a career criminal whose convictions include felony child abuse, felony fleeing and third-offense OWI, was granted no-cash bail Tuesday by Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum after prosecutors accused him of passing out intoxicated behind his apartment’s entrance, preventing his crying 10-year-old
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Face piercings are a desperate attempt at getting attention
What a profound comment
That’s right just let her go with a slap on the wrist. I’m sure she’ll appreciate it and straighten herself out.
Another fine parental role model.
Would someone in authority step up and get that woman some mandatory rehab. The kids are suffering.