Kenosha Court Commissioner Heather Iverson To Run For Judge

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Kenosha Circuit Court Commissioner Heather Iverson
(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Commissioner Heather Iverson, a dedicated public servant and life-long resident of Kenosha,
proudly announces her candidacy for Circuit Court Judge – Branch 3 in Kenosha County.
With a commitment to justice, community, and the values that make Kenosha special,
Commissioner Iverson is eager to use her extensive legal experience and commitment to public
service as a judge.

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Having served as Kenosha’s Circuit Court Commissioner since 2021, Commissioner Iverson
has a proven track record of fair and impartial decision-making. Prior to her appointment as
Circuit Court Commissioner, Iverson has worked as an attorney for the State of Wisconsin for
over 10 years safeguarding our community.

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In addition to her professional accomplishments, Heather is a proud resident of Kenosha
County. Raised in Kenosha, Heather has deep roots in the community, having witnessed its
growth and changes throughout her life. Her love for Kenosha and its people have inspired her
to dedicate her career to public service, ensuring that justice is served and the community’s
needs are met. Heather is a passionate volunteer in the Kenosha community having been the
President of the Kenosha Symphony Orchestra, helping with the Kenosha Alzheimer’s walks,
talking to students about the rule of law and the importance it has in society. She understands
that a strong community relies on the dedication of its residents, and she has been actively
involved in various local initiatives that have made positive impacts in the community.

Kenosha County is where Heather and her family call home. Heather and her husband Mark
Iverson’s decision to raise their family in this county exemplifies her dedication to creating a
safer and more just community for everyone. Heather believes that understanding the unique
challenges and opportunities of our community is essential to making fair and informed
decisions as a judge.

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When asked about this choice, Heather stated, “I’m not just here to seek a position; I’m here to
serve the community I love. My family and I are proud to be part of Kenosha County, and I am
committed to upholding the principles of justice that make this place special. I want to ensure
that every individual who enters the courtroom receives a fair and impartial hearing. Kenosha
County deserves a judge who is committed to justice and understands the unique needs of our
community.”

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“Judge Schroeder has been a true pillar of justice in Kenosha County, and I am honored to
follow in his footsteps. His dedication to upholding the law and serving our community sets a
high standard, one that I am committed to maintaining and building upon.”

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With her extensive background, local ties, and commitment to public service, Commissioner
Heather Iverson is poised to continue to make meaningful differences in the Kenosha County
Circuit Court. Her candidacy is a testament to her dedication to the community, the law, and
justice for all. Kenosha residents can trust that Commissioner Iverson will bring honesty,
integrity, compassion, and deep understanding of the local community to the bench.
For further information, inquires, or to support Heather Iverson’s campaign, please visit:
http://www.IversonForJudge.com or email [email protected].

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    1. She is running for judge but her website doesn’t follow THE LAW. Make it make sense…

      Attribution Formats & Examples
      Registered Committees
      A committee should identify itself as the source of a communication by the words “Paid for by” followed by the name of the committee. The attribution may also include the name of the committee’s treasurer or other authorized agent of the committee. Whether a committee directly pays for a communication or accepts a communication as an in-kind contribution, the committee is responsible for the communication and should be listed in the attribution (§ 11.1303(2)(b))

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    2. These comments did N O T go the way Heather and pals expected…

      Time people find out the truth about her and her squad. Kevin- maybe ask how only she knew the interview questions for commish and if she’ll have early access to debate questions too?!

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      1. She sure do get early access. She had a case settled 3 days before it was before her commission…isn’t that called judicial misconduct smh she always get early access and judge based off relationship and acquaintance. She will not make a good judge for the people of Kenosha

    1. Safeguarding the community as a child support agent? Nice spin shes gonna use alternate facts to seem qualifued

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      1. I’ve been saying since she took commission…she jokes and does not have any real interest in the community. Her goal is control by any means necessary. This lady pressured parents to pay child support, just to go back into the system to evict the parent she granted the cs motion. A fucking joke. Heather Iverson should not be commissioner or judge. Her place is with a therapist or priest….learn to be honest lady. All your karmic darts will reverse and come for yours too. Maybe then she’ll understand how it feels to be honest but stand before a narcissist who need votes to control….don’t vote her in or we’ll be sorry!

    2. She’s proven biased. I’ve been following her cases in eviction court…for a while. She’s not fair. Landlords in Kenosha should be held accountable for proven neglect, bullying, & retaliation antics. But she supports them its sad. I’m in a bad fight treated unfairly for 3 years so I left Kenosha and still was not given justice by this woman. So I’ve been sharing her cases. It’s a NO for me. She’s dangerously biased period!

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      1. Thank you for pointing out her ” close ties to the community”
        The sickness with locals has prevailed in this case.
        Foul courtroom conduct

    1. she’s whatever you want. Supported Becky and Samanthyy. Supported walker and Evers. zero loyalty and is pretending to be a conservative but look around her Trax record.

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        1. they call her Jody Junior for a reason and gurl it ain’t a good one.. 2nd biggest ego and pick-me energy in all the land

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        2. Now that I can see. Biased. The truth means nothing to her, she will use her lawyer ability to go around the true facts. It’s sad because she will have to sit where we sit one day.

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  1. The news story seems a lot like a reprinted press release. From what we hear it’s going to be between two younger attorneys. Iverson and her family have made donations to Republicans. The other guy and his family mostly to Democrats. None of that says squat about how they’d be as judges. Neither of them is perfect. I’m not supporting Iverson but I won’t bad mouth her, either. One thing I will say is that there’s never going to be another Judge Schroeder.

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    1. Bruce Schroeder was a Democrat. Appointed then elected DA as a Democrat, unsuccessful candidate for legislature as a Democrat and appointed circuit judge by a Democrat. Party labels don’t mean a damn thing.

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    2. Regurgitated PR release. She’s trashing all other judge wannabees behind there backs and following Sam/Jody playbook to get elected thru any mean necessary . get ready for more planted stories and schmear campaigns…………..

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          1. No prayer or unity and hidden infiltrations are our problem and it’s also the reason behind so much judicial miscommunication and information

      1. A lot of adjectives in this press release. Besides the fluff there’s this:

        “Judge Schroeder has been a true pillar of justice in Kenosha County, and I am honored to follow in his footsteps.” She hasn’t been appointed or elected to succeed him nor apply to be appointed to fill the vacancy.

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        1. Gonna be awkward when the new judge starts and she is running around the courthouse yapping about how honored she is…oh to be a fly on the wall

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    3. Noooooo way can we vote her in as a judge. Citizens in our community are blended. This lady is biased to wrong. I’ve seen her evict people when she should have reprimanded the landlord. She helping kenosha landlords who already take for granted that housing is horrible to say the least in Kenosha and treating people bad. The campaign to stop her from winning begun long ago. We should pay attention she’s not good for our community.

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  2. Doing some online looking. I think I’ve figured out the issues with the judges and commissioners in Kenosha. They basically do nothing for about 100k a year. Seems like the career criminals don’t like them, understood….. but the rest of the people who have disgust and disdain for them..: because they treat them like horse sh7t are people who make more money and have a better career then they. So they just want to punish the rest of us who bust our asses.

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    1. They sure do….I had a slum landlord for 3 years….end of story…I’m in appeal court to reverse a eviction. Off my ccap….just because this lady is biased. I had all my facts. Got counsel from legal aid. This commissioner Iverson ignored all facts promise….it’s so sad so sad. I’m awaiting fox6 and my attys to meet up…it’s sad we have to resort to public humiliation to get results from people who promise to serve and protect.

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      1. Tell fox news a man stood outside tcourthouse recently with a huge neon sign protesting her in custody case.. now she can’t do custody cases so Elizabeth and Micheal do them and but kevy refused to publish an article about it cuz he likes her now and showed his lack of press morals now hiding his story about her and how she was hired when they’re were actually qualified candidates. Member that Kevin cus we do pitch the article back up and let the people decide

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        1. I saw that, wasn’t sure what he was doing. Kevin like her, that’s one of kenoshas issues….good Ole buddy club….whatever happened to decency and honesty…jeeesh

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  3. She may be a commish and may have a law degree, but that doesn’t make her qualified to be a judge. Can’t Kenosha actually elect someone based on qualifications to do the job well vs based on who they know for once?!

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    1. It’s so sad that they keep this good Ole buddy club going. We need honest commissioners and judges who will not go against our community for a lie

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  4. Correction: Commissioner Iverson is one of three full-time circuit court commissioners in Kenosha County.

    Bill Michel and Elizabeth Pfeuffer are the other two.

    There are also several part-time supplemental commissioners who fill in “on call” as needed.

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    1. She made it seem like she was the only one in her press release – who wrote this junk? Off to great start… glad others share the truth

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      1. From her website: “Her passion and justice for the community led her to be hired as a special prosecutor for the Kenosha County District Attorney’s office. Heather then transitioned to serve as an attorney representing the State of Wisconsin for the Kenosha County Child Support Agency, dedicating over a decade to advocating for the welfare of children. During her tenure, Heather spearheaded a groundbreaking partnership between the District Attorney’s office and the Child Support Agency. This collaboration empowered her to take on the role of special prosecutor, handling all felony and misdemeanor cases related to child support.”

        Not quite accurate. The “ground” was already broken over 20 years earlier when DA Bob Zapf brought in a welfare fraud/criminal nonsupport prosecutor who worked with the Special Investigative Unit of the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department that had five detectives assigned — two for welfare fraud, three for nonsupport. There was federal reimbursement for this. The prosecutor developed a screening protocol checklist to identify which nonsupport cases should be handled as criminal prosecutions and which were civil contempt actions. The next DA, Jambois, diluted the position and assigned the prosecutor to general prosecution duties.

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        1. Judge Gabriele handled those cases when she was in the DAs office. Before her Judge Ginkowski who was brought in by Zapf as part of the grant that set it up.

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        2. Passion and justice for the community. Looks like she’s just fattening the pockets of slum landlords and putting that community she cares so much for…at risk of a bigger serious homeless problem.

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  5. Maybe stay in that role rather than jump into the big leagues before ur ready.

    who wants a judge who wasn’t even cutting it as commissioner? heathers only commissioner because her BFFs got her the job over much higher better qualified lawyers. Too bad mathewson hid the real article cuz he named names and had photo proofs too. He’s really doing a disservice to our Kenosha community by hiding his proof…….

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  6. Judicial abuse or misconduct, hopefully important people who care are reading and positioning for change. Once she rules against you, getting housing is close to impossible for months sometime years. The landlord rerents the units and eviction again and again never making updates or repairs but in some cases increasing rent by 80% with no accountability. That does not sound like anyone who loves the community she was raised in.

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    1. They over charge us with housing vouchers. They watch to see the max section 8 will pay and they charge only the ones on section 8 that price. Just to steal money from housing.

  7. Commissioner Iverson I’m sure is a good person, she’s a mother, wife, daughter to someone so I won’t demean her. But what I will reveal is the fact that kenoshas housing situation is horrible and she has no doubt it is because she claims to be from kenosha. This town is too small for her not to be aware of the problems created by landlords, and management companies, and supported by the flawed eviction process. I won’t believe she’s not aware however I do believe she share some interest (who knows what) that benefits her with these landlords to keep helping them evict by retaliation. It’s horribly embarrassing because I was born and raised here.
    Watching her gives me the same chills I got when I was introduced to her years ago. I don’t believe she will be good for the judicial system. I cannot imagine her looking in the face of people she judicially mistreat and ask them to vote for her. We’re a small town.
    The Truth will be revealed just like always.
    Thank you

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    1. I agree that this is shaping up to be an unusual situation. In fairness, the deck in Wisconsin got stacked in favor of landlords during Gov. Walker’s era when most tenant protections were diluted and the laws were rewritten in favor of landlords. The Iverson/Cernak family donated at least $2100 to Gov. Walker’s campaign.

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  8. Unfortunately worst Governor Ever(s) gets to appoint his favorite. It is obvious that he doesn’t have Kenosha County in his best interest. Perhaps he doesn’t even know where we are located. Therefore, don’t be surprised if he appoints the most unqualified Commissioner ever instead of appointing Mrs. Iverson who is professional, experienced and well respected.
    We are in Kenosha, what’s new?

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    1. Don’t think she applied. There is a statewide committee that screens applicants and conducts a background check. That committee then sends its recommendation(s) to the Governor. It’s possible that he could appoint someone who wasn’t vetted but unlikely.

      1. I would think/hope that the governor would be more cautious this time around. His last appointment bombed but there are some new people on the screening committee. The process begins with filling out a lengthy questionnaire, completing essays and furnishing legal writing examples. There is also a background check to determine if there is anything in the applicant’s past that would impair their ability to serve as judge and/or would embarrass the appointing governor. Applicants have to agree to this character and fitness investigation in order to be considered for a governor’s appointment.

        1. She has naked photo scandal- no wonder she not apply.

          Kevin may regret posting but we don’t forget.

          He also posted about her special treatment from the good old girls club, aka mean girls. Now they include him so he feels popular good old kenosha high school aka courthouse. He doesn’t realize what they actually say about him.

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  9. The photo scandal wasn’t necessarily her fault, but just throw it on the pile when it comes to looking at a person’s character overall. She is not as professional or competent as portrayed. It’s clear she got to where she is based on who she knew, not what she knew. She’s in her current role for looks and not to support the community she loves so much (insert eye roll here), barely does the job she was hired (HIRED) to do, and is generally a real treat to be around if you are not on her good side (if she even has a good side). Being a mother, sister, daughter, wife–whatever, doesn’t mean you are exempt from your character being questioned and shortcomings discussed based on facts and statistics, which is just how it goes in politics.

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    1. She walked into commish interview fully &unfairly coached…check her text, emails and phone records and you’ll see…
      People like her are too dumb to cover up their actions. people complain about the old boys club but yhe taylor-swiftie barbie squads do the same BS

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Phillip J. Bryant, 52, of Genoa City(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) WHEATLAND, Wis. — A 52-year-old Genoa City man accused of stalking his former girlfriend by allegedly tracking her movements with a GPS device turned himself in Friday and immediately saw his bail slashed by Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II. Phillip J. Bryant, 52, of Genoa City(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You

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Drunk Driver Accused Of High-Speed Crash, Swinging At Officer Faces Felony Charges In Pleasant Prairie

Bryan A. Ward, 45, of Crossville, Tennessee(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — A Tennessee man is facing felony charges after police say he caused a high-speed crash while “super drunk” and then attempted to punch an officer at the scene, according to a newly filed criminal complaint. Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II set a $5,000 cash bond during

City Of Kenosha Launches Public Workshops To Shape 2050 Comprehensive Plan

KENOSHA, Wis. — City officials are inviting residents to help shape the future of Kenosha through a series of public workshops aimed at guiding development, infrastructure, and investment decisions over the next 25 years. The workshops are part of the city’s effort to build its 2050 Comprehensive Plan, a long-range roadmap that will influence everything from housing and transportation to economic growth and

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Kenosha Man Sentenced To 2 Years In Prison In Major Fentanyl, Cocaine And Gun Case After Police Found Drugs Accessible To Children

Robert C. Daniel, 40, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man police say admitted to storing fentanyl pills, cocaine, marijuana, a firearm and more than $30,000 in cash inside a home where two young children were present was sentenced Thursday by Judge Heather Iverson to two years in prison. Robert C. Daniel, 40, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You

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Kenosha Repeat Domestic Abuser Charged With Felony Battery After Allegedly Punching Sister, Smashing Mother’s Windshield; $2,500 Cash Bail Set

Isiah M. Christopher, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 25-year-old Kenosha man accused of punching his sister in the face and damaging his mother’s vehicle was given a $2,500 cash bail Friday by Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II after prosecutors said the incident unfolded just before he reported to probation. Isiah M. Christopher, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s

Keys to Kenosha Launches: Citywide Event to Open Doors to 50+ Hidden Gems This Fall

KENOSHA, Wis. — A new citywide event will give residents and visitors rare, behind-the-scenes access to some of Kenosha’s most interesting and often inaccessible spaces, as officials announced the launch of “Keys to Kenosha,” a self-guided architectural and cultural tour set for Saturday, Nov. 7. The inaugural event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and feature more than 50 locations across

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Kenosha Man Who Skipped Court, Triggering Warrant, Accused Of Threatening Officer At McDonald’s — $5,000 Cash Bail Set After Arrest

Raveon Onshrae Slater, 31, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man who previously failed to appear in court—triggering a bench warrant and forfeiture of his bond—was arrested Friday morning and brought before Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II, who set a $5,000 cash bail in a case where he’s accused of threatening a police officer during a

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Kenosha Man Accused Of Beating Girlfriend, Breaking $1,000 Phone Arrested On $7,500 Warrant, Faces Multiple Felonies

Tabione Deon Young, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 22-year-old Kenosha man accused of assaulting his girlfriend, holding her against her will, and smashing her cell phone was arrested Friday morning on a $7,500 warrant previously issued by Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II. Tabione Deon Young, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged

Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade Applications Due May 29 As City Prepares For 250th-Themed Celebration

KENOSHA, Wis. — Organizers are calling on community groups, businesses, and performers to sign up for one of the city’s most anticipated summer traditions, as applications for the 2026 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade are now open and due by May 29. The annual parade, presented by Snap-on, is scheduled for June 28 and will feature the theme “United States Celebrates 250 Years,” highlighting

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Kenosha Man Repeatedly Passed Fake $50 Bills At Dollar General, Kwik Trip, Now Facing Felony Charges

Samuel Brantley Sr., 59, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of repeatedly passing counterfeit $50 bills at local businesses was brought into court on a warrant and given a $2,500 cash bond by Court Commissioner William “Bargain Bail Billy” Michel II, setting the stage for a felony case tied to multiple incidents late last year. Samuel Brantley

Kenosha Police Digital Forensics Officer Earns Elite National Honors for High-Tech Crime-Fighting Work

KENOSHA, Wis. — In a world where nearly every crime leaves a digital trail, one Kenosha Police officer has quietly become one of the most important figures behind the scenes — and his work is now drawing national recognition. Officer Rusten Sheskey, a member of the Kenosha Police Department’s digital forensics unit, has been honored as a Top Forensic Examiner, placing him among

Kenosha Police Email Problems Raise Concerns As City Hall Stays Silent

KENOSHA, Wis. — The Kenosha Police Department’s email system has reportedly been unreliable for weeks, creating potential communication problems between the public and officers, detectives and command staff. Kenosha County Eye was told that police department employees are receiving emails only about 75% of the time. That means some messages may be getting through, while others may not be delivered at all. Unverified

KUSD Signals Return to Referendum Ballot After April 28 Meeting

KENOSHA, Wis. — Just months after voters rejected a $115 million referendum, Kenosha Unified School District officials are already preparing to ask taxpayers for more money—this time potentially as soon as November. During the Tuesday, April 28, 2026 school board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Weiss made the district’s intentions clear. “What we’re hoping to get from the board… is a direction on whether

Racine County Eye Fundraising Efforts Draw Scrutiny After Limited Support and New Claims

RACINE, Wis. — Racine County Eye, which has no affiliation whatsoever with Kenosha County Eye, is a Racine-based blog founded in 2013 by Denise Lockwood (D) and is facing new questions after multiple fundraising efforts have yielded minimal public support while introducing claims of tax-deductible donations. As previously reported, Lockwood issued an urgent appeal in late March stating the blog needed to raise

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Woman Accused Of Secretly Euthanizing Husband’s Dog, Lying About Its Death To Avoid Getting Caught

Maura A. Atwood, 32, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — A Pleasant Prairie woman is facing criminal charges after investigators say she arranged for her husband’s dog to be euthanized without permission, then lied about how the animal died in an apparent effort to cover it up. Her husband filed for divorce a couple of weeks ago. Atwood was

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Boyfriend In Bestiality Case Now Charged With Child Exploitation, Accused Of Paying For Videos; $100K Bail Set

Jerry D. Lapenta II, 33, of Burlington(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The boyfriend of a Pleasant Prairie woman already charged with multiple felony counts of sexual contact with an animal is now facing even more serious accusations of his own—this time involving a child—after investigators say the same case led them to a much broader and more disturbing operation. Court

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