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.
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KENOSHA, Wis. — A 60-year-old man will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars after a Kenosha County judge overruled a plea agreement and ordered a harsher sentence for repeated sexual abuse of a child. Frank A. Sadewater pleaded guilty in April to Repeated Sexual Assault of the Same Child (At Least Three Violations of First Degree Sexual Assault), a Class
Austin J. LeClaire, 17, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 17-year-old Kenosha boy is facing serious felony charges after investigators say he possessed dozens of graphic videos depicting the sexual abuse of children. Austin J. LeClaire appeared in Kenosha County Intake Court on Friday, where Court Commissioner William Michel set a $75,000 cash bond
Ricky J. Neubecker Jr., 34, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man already in custody and awaiting trial for a 2023 burglary case was formally charged Friday in a new case involving a violent beating of a fellow inmate inside
Lloyd J. Belongia, 44, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 44-year-old Kenosha man is facing felony battery charges after prosecutors say he assaulted a coworker following a night of drinking last fall. You must be logged in to view the rest
KENOSHA, Wis. – The City of Kenosha and Happenings Magazine will once again host the popular Peanut Butter & Jam concert series starting July 10, marking the 23rd season of the beloved outdoor music event downtown. Opening the series is Pearlsnap, a group known for blending country, rock, and pop
KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha family is pleading for the public’s help after an elderly couple was targeted in what appears to be a distraction burglary that left them devastated—and thousands of dollars poorer. According to a public Facebook post that’s quickly gained traction in local circles, the incident occurred
Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins, 70, of McHenry (Center) and Defense Attorneys Jennifer Recktenwald (Left) and Joseph Bugni (Right) In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The long-awaited preliminary hearing in the cold case homicide of David Vanderzee was postponed Friday morning after defense attorneys filed a
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
KENOSHA, Wis. — A 60-year-old man will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars after a Kenosha County judge overruled a plea agreement and ordered a harsher sentence for repeated sexual abuse of a child. Frank A. Sadewater pleaded guilty in April to Repeated Sexual Assault of the Same Child (At Least Three Violations of First Degree Sexual Assault), a Class
Austin J. LeClaire, 17, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 17-year-old Kenosha boy is facing serious felony charges after investigators say he possessed dozens of graphic videos depicting the sexual abuse of children. Austin J. LeClaire appeared in Kenosha County Intake Court on Friday, where Court Commissioner William Michel set a $75,000 cash bond
Ricky J. Neubecker Jr., 34, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man already in custody and awaiting trial for a 2023 burglary case was formally charged Friday in a new case involving a violent beating of a fellow inmate inside the Kenosha County Jail. Ricky J. Neubecker Jr., 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff)
Lloyd J. Belongia, 44, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 44-year-old Kenosha man is facing felony battery charges after prosecutors say he assaulted a coworker following a night of drinking last fall. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. – The City of Kenosha and Happenings Magazine will once again host the popular Peanut Butter & Jam concert series starting July 10, marking the 23rd season of the beloved outdoor music event downtown. Opening the series is Pearlsnap, a group known for blending country, rock, and pop hits spanning the ‘80s to today. The free concerts are held every Thursday,
KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha family is pleading for the public’s help after an elderly couple was targeted in what appears to be a distraction burglary that left them devastated—and thousands of dollars poorer. According to a public Facebook post that’s quickly gained traction in local circles, the incident occurred when three men approached the homeowners—an 88-year-old woman and her soon-to-be 90-year-old husband—as
Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins, 70, of McHenry (Center) and Defense Attorneys Jennifer Recktenwald (Left) and Joseph Bugni (Right) In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The long-awaited preliminary hearing in the cold case homicide of David Vanderzee was postponed Friday morning after defense attorneys filed a sweeping motion to dismiss the charges, and both defendants agreed to waive their
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
KENOSHA, Wis. — A 60-year-old man will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars after a Kenosha County judge overruled a plea agreement and ordered a harsher sentence for repeated sexual abuse of a child. Frank A. Sadewater pleaded guilty in April to Repeated Sexual Assault of the Same Child (At Least Three Violations of First Degree Sexual Assault), a Class
Austin J. LeClaire, 17, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 17-year-old Kenosha boy is facing serious felony charges after investigators say he possessed dozens of graphic videos depicting the sexual abuse of children. Austin J. LeClaire appeared in Kenosha County Intake Court on Friday, where Court Commissioner William Michel set a $75,000 cash bond
Ricky J. Neubecker Jr., 34, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man already in custody and awaiting trial for a 2023 burglary case was formally charged Friday in a new case involving a violent beating of a fellow inmate inside the Kenosha County Jail. Ricky J. Neubecker Jr., 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff)
Lloyd J. Belongia, 44, of Kenosha in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 44-year-old Kenosha man is facing felony battery charges after prosecutors say he assaulted a coworker following a night of drinking last fall. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.
KENOSHA, Wis. – The City of Kenosha and Happenings Magazine will once again host the popular Peanut Butter & Jam concert series starting July 10, marking the 23rd season of the beloved outdoor music event downtown. Opening the series is Pearlsnap, a group known for blending country, rock, and pop hits spanning the ‘80s to today. The free concerts are held every Thursday,
KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha family is pleading for the public’s help after an elderly couple was targeted in what appears to be a distraction burglary that left them devastated—and thousands of dollars poorer. According to a public Facebook post that’s quickly gained traction in local circles, the incident occurred when three men approached the homeowners—an 88-year-old woman and her soon-to-be 90-year-old husband—as
Roxanna Vanderzee-Collins, 70, of McHenry (Center) and Defense Attorneys Jennifer Recktenwald (Left) and Joseph Bugni (Right) In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — The long-awaited preliminary hearing in the cold case homicide of David Vanderzee was postponed Friday morning after defense attorneys filed a sweeping motion to dismiss the charges, and both defendants agreed to waive their
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
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That’s a fairly routine thing for defense lawyers to do in a high stakes prosecution. Also fairly routine: denial of the defense motion.