KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — In a significant development, Judge Angelina Gabriele has recused herself from the high-profile Vanderzee cold case murder trial, citing her prior involvement in the matter during her time in the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office.
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Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins (70) and John Viskocil (70) – Homicide Defendants(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The attorneys for Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins and John Viskocil filed a sweeping motion to dismiss the first-degree intentional homicide charges against them Thursday, arguing that the criminal complaint “fails to allege a crime” and doesn’t meet even the minimum standards of probable cause. You must be logged in
SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A 42-year-old Lake Geneva man is facing five criminal charges after a traffic stop earlier this month allegedly uncovered cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and a masking agent—all while he was reportedly under the influence. Michael D. Schmuck was formally charged Thursday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with second-offense operating while under the influence, possession of cocaine (second and subsequent offense),
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. – Members of the Kenosha County Housing Task Force gathered Tuesday at the Aurora Pleasant Prairie Ambulatory Surgery Center to share progress on their collaborative effort to address the county’s persistent housing shortage. The task force, launched in late 2024 by the Kenosha Area Business Alliance and
Julian Nava, 20. of Highwood, Ill. In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 20-year-old Illinois man accused of pointing a loaded firearm at Kenosha residents while intoxicated and attempting to break into their home was charged Thursday with six misdemeanors—despite police recommending two felonies.
KENOSHA, Wis. — With Kenosha County’s unemployment rate climbing to 3.6% this spring—its highest level since mid-2022—local workforce agencies are stepping up efforts to connect residents with job opportunities and vital career resources. On Friday, June 13, Equus Workforce Solutions, the Southeastern Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, and United Way of
Jerry G. Hamalainen, 31, of Kenosha In Court Yesterday(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha man accused of defrauding clients through his now-defunct home contracting business made a court appearance Wednesday after a warrant was issued for his arrest earlier this month. You must be
KENOSHA, Wis. – The iconic Lakefront Trolley will resume weekend operations in Kenosha beginning Saturday, June 14, 2025, offering residents and visitors an affordable and scenic way to explore the city through August 30. Kenosha Area Transit announced that the seasonal service will run Fridays through Sundays with expanded coverage
KENOSHA, Wis. – The 2025 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade, presented by Snap-on, will march through downtown streets on Sunday, June 29, honoring the city’s 175th anniversary with more than 120 units performing, dancing, and riding in a colorful community celebration. The parade steps off at 1 p.m. from Washington Road
Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins (70) and John Viskocil (70) – Homicide Defendants(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The attorneys for Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins and John Viskocil filed a sweeping motion to dismiss the first-degree intentional homicide charges against them Thursday, arguing that the criminal complaint “fails to allege a crime” and doesn’t meet even the minimum standards of probable cause. You must be logged in
SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A 42-year-old Lake Geneva man is facing five criminal charges after a traffic stop earlier this month allegedly uncovered cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and a masking agent—all while he was reportedly under the influence. Michael D. Schmuck was formally charged Thursday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with second-offense operating while under the influence, possession of cocaine (second and subsequent offense),
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. – Members of the Kenosha County Housing Task Force gathered Tuesday at the Aurora Pleasant Prairie Ambulatory Surgery Center to share progress on their collaborative effort to address the county’s persistent housing shortage. The task force, launched in late 2024 by the Kenosha Area Business Alliance and Kenosha County government, brings together a broad coalition of stakeholders—developers, nonprofit leaders, real
Julian Nava, 20. of Highwood, Ill. In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 20-year-old Illinois man accused of pointing a loaded firearm at Kenosha residents while intoxicated and attempting to break into their home was charged Thursday with six misdemeanors—despite police recommending two felonies. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. — With Kenosha County’s unemployment rate climbing to 3.6% this spring—its highest level since mid-2022—local workforce agencies are stepping up efforts to connect residents with job opportunities and vital career resources. On Friday, June 13, Equus Workforce Solutions, the Southeastern Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, and United Way of Kenosha County will co-host the third annual Job & Resource Success Fair at
Jerry G. Hamalainen, 31, of Kenosha In Court Yesterday(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha man accused of defrauding clients through his now-defunct home contracting business made a court appearance Wednesday after a warrant was issued for his arrest earlier this month. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. – The iconic Lakefront Trolley will resume weekend operations in Kenosha beginning Saturday, June 14, 2025, offering residents and visitors an affordable and scenic way to explore the city through August 30. Kenosha Area Transit announced that the seasonal service will run Fridays through Sundays with expanded coverage of key cultural, educational, and recreational destinations. Friday hours will be 3:45 to
KENOSHA, Wis. – The 2025 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade, presented by Snap-on, will march through downtown streets on Sunday, June 29, honoring the city’s 175th anniversary with more than 120 units performing, dancing, and riding in a colorful community celebration. The parade steps off at 1 p.m. from Washington Road and Seventh Avenue, following the same route as in previous years. Spectators are
SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A controversial agenda item is expected to pass at Monday night’s Village Board meeting in Salem Lakes, where a new liberal majority is poised to approve a $5,000 “leadership workshop” focused on “psychological safety” and “purpose-driven leadership.” The training will be conducted by Danny Langloss, a former Illinois police chief turned consultant, whose rate is over $600 per hour
Jason A. Williams, 54, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 54-year-old homeless man and registered sex offender with convictions spanning multiple states was charged in Kenosha County Circuit Court on Tuesday with third-degree sexual assault and exposing his genitals to a child—both as a repeat offender. You must be logged in to view the
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. – A 35-year-old Illinois man with a lengthy criminal history is being held on $75,000 cash bail after allegedly leading Kenosha County deputies on a high-speed pursuit last week with cocaine and marijuana scattered throughout his vehicle. Terrance M. Kampas of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, was charged Tuesday with six felony counts, including three counts of first-degree recklessly endangering
Ryan M. Phillips, 40, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 40-year-old Kenosha man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he ran a drug house, harbored a fugitive, and threatened to shoot a police officer during a recent investigation. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — On the 102nd anniversary of his death, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is honoring Deputy Jacob Keul, the first deputy in agency history to die in the line of duty. Deputy Keul, a native of Germany who immigrated to Kenosha as a child with his parents, served the community first as a firefighter before joining the Sheriff’s Office. He
Justian C. Smith Jr., 19, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 19-year-old Kenosha man is being held in jail on $100,000 cash bail after being charged with two counts of incest involving a close underage relative. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Todd P. Larsen, 45, and Makaila B. Norton, 25, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff) TWIN LAKES, Wis. – Two suspects are in custody after a high-risk drug raid in Twin Lakes early Tuesday morning that involved the Kenosha County SWAT Team, the Kenosha Drug Operations Group (KDOG), and the Sheriff’s Office. Charges are expected to be formally filed on Thursday. You must be
Clyde Thomas Degroot, 68, of Racine SOMERS, Wis. – A 68-year-old Racine man was arrested last Thursday, June 5, after allegedly stealing money on multiple occasions from donation boxes at Hawthorn Hollow, a nonprofit nature preserve and arboretum in the Village of Somers. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
SALEM LAKES, Wis. – Village officials are warning residents and business owners to be on alert after a scammer posing as a municipal employee sent out a fake invoice totaling nearly $5,000 in a phishing attempt this week. The fraudulent email, which appeared to originate from “Village of Salem Lakes Board of Trustees” using the address villageofsalemlakes.org@usa.com, requested immediate payment via wire transfer
TWIN LAKES, Wis. – A pre-dawn raid involving multiple law enforcement agencies unfolded Tuesday morning in the Village of Twin Lakes as officers executed a search warrant tied to an ongoing investigation. At around 7:30 a.m., the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team and the Kenosha Drug Operations Group (KDOG) joined Twin Lakes Police in serving the warrant. Authorities confirmed the operation ended
Shauna R. Plummer, 52, of Kenosha (Homeless)(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 52-year-old homeless woman is accused of using a weapon to slash another woman’s face during a violent alleyway altercation and appeared in court Tuesday on three criminal charges. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Alexandria Lynne Turner, 27, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 27-year-old Kenosha woman is facing five criminal charges—including two felony counts—after allegedly fleeing a hit-and-run crash while intoxicated and later threatening to harm two police officers and their families. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Romeo M. Villanueva, 38, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) SOMERS, Wis. – A Kenosha couple is facing felony charges after authorities say they helped their daughter assault another teenage girl during a pre-arranged fight at Petrifying Springs Park. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. — A woman’s 911 call about two men pointing pistols at her porch has led to a sweeping criminal case involving three men on probation, a stolen firearm, and a police search that turned up drugs and ammunition inside a Kenosha home. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. – What began as a single fraud awareness talk at a local bank has grown into a community-wide initiative by the Kenosha Police Department to educate residents—particularly seniors—about the latest scams and how to avoid becoming a victim. Detective Chad Buchanan, along with Crime Prevention Officer John Wenberg, has led the effort, delivering nearly 50 presentations over the past year to
KENOSHA, Wis. – Leadership Kenosha is now accepting applications for its 2025–2026 civic leadership development program, as well as project proposals from local nonprofits seeking support for community initiatives. The program, hosted by the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce (KACC), aims to build the next generation of local leaders by connecting participants with area organizations, issues, and leadership opportunities. Interested individuals are encouraged
Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins (70) and John Viskocil (70) – Homicide Defendants(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The attorneys for Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins and John Viskocil filed a sweeping motion to dismiss the first-degree intentional homicide charges against them Thursday, arguing that the criminal complaint “fails to allege a crime” and doesn’t meet even the minimum standards of probable cause. You must be logged in
SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A 42-year-old Lake Geneva man is facing five criminal charges after a traffic stop earlier this month allegedly uncovered cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and a masking agent—all while he was reportedly under the influence. Michael D. Schmuck was formally charged Thursday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with second-offense operating while under the influence, possession of cocaine (second and subsequent offense),
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. – Members of the Kenosha County Housing Task Force gathered Tuesday at the Aurora Pleasant Prairie Ambulatory Surgery Center to share progress on their collaborative effort to address the county’s persistent housing shortage. The task force, launched in late 2024 by the Kenosha Area Business Alliance and Kenosha County government, brings together a broad coalition of stakeholders—developers, nonprofit leaders, real
Julian Nava, 20. of Highwood, Ill. In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 20-year-old Illinois man accused of pointing a loaded firearm at Kenosha residents while intoxicated and attempting to break into their home was charged Thursday with six misdemeanors—despite police recommending two felonies. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. — With Kenosha County’s unemployment rate climbing to 3.6% this spring—its highest level since mid-2022—local workforce agencies are stepping up efforts to connect residents with job opportunities and vital career resources. On Friday, June 13, Equus Workforce Solutions, the Southeastern Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, and United Way of Kenosha County will co-host the third annual Job & Resource Success Fair at
Jerry G. Hamalainen, 31, of Kenosha In Court Yesterday(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha man accused of defrauding clients through his now-defunct home contracting business made a court appearance Wednesday after a warrant was issued for his arrest earlier this month. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. – The iconic Lakefront Trolley will resume weekend operations in Kenosha beginning Saturday, June 14, 2025, offering residents and visitors an affordable and scenic way to explore the city through August 30. Kenosha Area Transit announced that the seasonal service will run Fridays through Sundays with expanded coverage of key cultural, educational, and recreational destinations. Friday hours will be 3:45 to
KENOSHA, Wis. – The 2025 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade, presented by Snap-on, will march through downtown streets on Sunday, June 29, honoring the city’s 175th anniversary with more than 120 units performing, dancing, and riding in a colorful community celebration. The parade steps off at 1 p.m. from Washington Road and Seventh Avenue, following the same route as in previous years. Spectators are
SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A controversial agenda item is expected to pass at Monday night’s Village Board meeting in Salem Lakes, where a new liberal majority is poised to approve a $5,000 “leadership workshop” focused on “psychological safety” and “purpose-driven leadership.” The training will be conducted by Danny Langloss, a former Illinois police chief turned consultant, whose rate is over $600 per hour
Jason A. Williams, 54, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 54-year-old homeless man and registered sex offender with convictions spanning multiple states was charged in Kenosha County Circuit Court on Tuesday with third-degree sexual assault and exposing his genitals to a child—both as a repeat offender. You must be logged in to view the
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. – A 35-year-old Illinois man with a lengthy criminal history is being held on $75,000 cash bail after allegedly leading Kenosha County deputies on a high-speed pursuit last week with cocaine and marijuana scattered throughout his vehicle. Terrance M. Kampas of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, was charged Tuesday with six felony counts, including three counts of first-degree recklessly endangering
Ryan M. Phillips, 40, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 40-year-old Kenosha man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he ran a drug house, harbored a fugitive, and threatened to shoot a police officer during a recent investigation. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — On the 102nd anniversary of his death, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is honoring Deputy Jacob Keul, the first deputy in agency history to die in the line of duty. Deputy Keul, a native of Germany who immigrated to Kenosha as a child with his parents, served the community first as a firefighter before joining the Sheriff’s Office. He
Justian C. Smith Jr., 19, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 19-year-old Kenosha man is being held in jail on $100,000 cash bail after being charged with two counts of incest involving a close underage relative. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
Todd P. Larsen, 45, and Makaila B. Norton, 25, of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff) TWIN LAKES, Wis. – Two suspects are in custody after a high-risk drug raid in Twin Lakes early Tuesday morning that involved the Kenosha County SWAT Team, the Kenosha Drug Operations Group (KDOG), and the Sheriff’s Office. Charges are expected to be formally filed on Thursday. You must be
Clyde Thomas Degroot, 68, of Racine SOMERS, Wis. – A 68-year-old Racine man was arrested last Thursday, June 5, after allegedly stealing money on multiple occasions from donation boxes at Hawthorn Hollow, a nonprofit nature preserve and arboretum in the Village of Somers. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
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Cant wait for all this to unfold.
Should be quite interesting. Are the defense attorneys run-of-the-mill Kenosha types or expensive fancies from Milwaukee or Chicago given the big bail posting indication that the Black Widder appears to have been successful in sucking all the $juices$ out of her target and investing well.