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Title IX Complaint Filed Against Westosha Central High School Over Locker Room Policy
Salem, Wis. — The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed a Title IX complaint against Westosha Central High School District, alleging the district engaged in sex-based discrimination against female students by allowing a biological male student to use the girls’ locker room. The complaint, submitted to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, outlines allegations that two female students, referred to as Jane Doe 1 and
Title IX Complaint Filed Against Westosha Central High School Over Locker Room Policy
Salem, Wis. — The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed a Title IX complaint against Westosha Central High School District, alleging the district engaged in sex-based discrimination against female students by allowing a biological male student to use the girls’ locker room. The complaint, submitted to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, outlines allegations that two female students, referred to as Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2, suffered academic penalties, privacy violations, and emotional distress due to the school’s policy. Concerns Over Privacy and Safety According to the complaint, the issue began in December 2024, when Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2, both students at Westosha Central High School, discovered they were required
Pleasant Prairie Man Charged with Bigamy Following Court Revelations
Pleasant Prairie, Wis. – A 62-year-old Pleasant Prairie man is facing a felony charge of bigamy after authorities discovered he was allegedly married to multiple women at the same time. Thomas R. Angeloff, Sr. was officially charged with bigamy on March 3, 2025. In Wisconsin, bigamy is classified as a felony, carrying a maximum penalty of three and a half years in prison and a $10,000 fine, or both. A warrant was issued for Angeloff’s arrest with a bond set at $2,000, which he has since posted. His first court appearance is scheduled for tomorrow at 1 p.m. According to a criminal complaint, the case was set in motion in November 2024 when Angeloff’s most recent spouse approached authorities. She reported that she had married Angeloff in February 2013 in
Kenosha Man Charged with Possession of Child Pornography, Held on $150,000 Bail
Kenosha, Wis. – A 23-year-old Kenosha man has been charged with ten counts of possession of child pornography following an extensive investigation that began with a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Romeo L. Brantley was formally charged on March 3, 2025, and made his initial court appearance before Kenosha County Circuit Court Commissioner William Michel II, who set his bail at $150,000. Brantley faces a maximum sentence of 250 years in prison if convicted on all counts, with a minimum sentencing requirement of three years. He is scheduled for a judicial pre-trial hearing on May 9, 2025. Investigation Details According to the criminal complaint, the case against Brantley began in November 2023 when authorities received a cyber tip indicating that explicit material involving
Kenosha County Cases Face Scrutiny After Former Officer’s Troubling History Comes to Light
A former Kenosha Police officer and Kenosha County Deputy Sheriff, Michael Rizzo, has become a liability for multiple prosecutions in Kenosha County due to a history of disciplinary actions, a restraining order, accusations of violating a court order, and dishonesty. His record is likely to be exploited by defense attorneys to challenge his credibility as a witness in ongoing cases. Rizzo’s Turbulent Law Enforcement Career Rizzo was first hired by the Kenosha Police Department (KPD) on April 29, 2019. However, he resigned on August 10, 2022, to take a job with the Phoenix Police Department in Arizona. His time in Phoenix was short-lived, as he later returned to KPD on January 18, 2023, before once again leaving for the Phoenix Police Department. During his tenure at KPD, Rizzo faced at
Embattled Kenosha Politician Caught Violating Election Laws By Using Taxpayer Money For Campaign
Andy Berg (D), a long time Kenosha County Board member, knows the campaign finance laws well. In fact, when he submitted paperwork for re-election, he was given a packet called “Candidate Guidelines – Spring Elections 2024.” County Clerk Regi Waligora sent all candidates running for re-election this guide as a courtesy. On the top of page four, it displays the following: Use Of Government Materials By CandidateAccording to Wisconsin State Statute, section 11.33, candidates who are running for re-election, may not use public funds for the cost of materials or distribution for 50 or more pieces of substantially identical materials distributed after the first day authorized by law for circulation of nomination papers as a candidate. KCE discovered, via public records requests that on February 2, 2024, Berg sent an
City’s Public Works Committee Wants To Crack Down On Illegal Signs In Right-Of-Ways
Do you want to sell your house for cash? Do you have old diabetes test strips? Do you want your home cleaned, or the outside pressure washed? These are all questions that we’re asked every day in Kenosha. Not legally, however. Kenosha General Ordinance 5.045 is very clear when it states: “No person, party, firm or corporation shall place any banner, sign, decoration, or obstruction in any public right-of-way without first obtaining the written permission of the Director of Public Works….” The right-of-way is the area next to streets that is owned by the government. Signs like these may be place on private property with permission from the property owners, but they can’t be placed on City, County, or State property without permission. This is an ordinance that has gone unenforced for decades, but
Two In Custody After Chase With Kenosha Police: Video
On February 26, 2024 at 3:50 PM, the Kenosha Police Department’s Special Investigation Unit attempted a traffic stop in the 3500 block of 50th Street on a grey Infinity that had previously fled from police. The driver of the Infinity, Walter J. Brown, Jr, a 26-year-old Waukegan resident, decided to flee instead of stopping. Brown led the officers to the Paielli’s Bakery parking lot (6020-39th Avenue) where another vehicle was struck while backing out of a parking stall. The occupants of that vehicle were transported to a local hospital for minor injuries. Brown, and his passenger, Jamil D. Parker, 25-year-old Zion resident, fled on foot after the accident. Parker was immediately apprehended. Brown was later arrested after police received a 911 call from an area resident indicating that someone ran into their
Racine County DA Blocks Kenosha County Eye From Emailing Her After Embarrassing Trial Loss
Racine County District Attorney Patricia Hanson told Kenosha County Eye today that she would be permanently blocking her entire staff’s email accounts from receiving any emails from us. This, just after KCE emailed her asking for comment on an embarrassing jury trial loss in Kenosha. Kenosha County Eye has had contact with Hanson many times over the last several years since we were founded in 2020 – none of them pleasant. She is arrogant, vindictive and petulant. Over the last four years, she has mostly ignored our emails. Once in a while, however, she has done something so embarrassing, that she tries to talk her way out of it. KCE has been critical of her. Here are some Kenosha cases that Hanson has handled that came under scrutiny from “the
Buona Beef and Rainbow Cone Opening Next Week In Pleasant Prairie – Free Ice Cream For First 50 Guests
Today, the Buona Companies announced the upcoming opening of a dual-branded concept in Pleasant Prairie. Marking a historic moment for the company as it enters Wisconsin for the first time, a grand opening celebration will be held on Monday, February 26. The Buona Companies is made up of Buona, the largest family-owned Italian beef restaurant group and beef producer in the country, and The Original Rainbow Cone Ice Cream Shop (Rainbow Cone), the home of the iconic five-flavor cone. Situated at 7523 115th Avenue, just East of Interstate 94 along Highway 50 along the busy commercial corridor, the new location joins the family as the 29th location to open throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. As part of the grand opening festivities, the first 50 guests in line will receive a
Sheriff’s Department Begins Fundraising Campaign For K9 Unit – Plushies And Challenge Coins Available
Starting Monday, March 11th, 2024, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department (KSD) will officially start accepting donations to support the K9 Unit. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department gifts those who donate a K9 Plushie of the Department’s K9s and/or the K9 unit’s challenge coin as a thank you. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department’s K9 Unit will gift those who donate $20 or more a K9 plushie or a challenge coin. (i.e. $100 donation could equal 5 coins/plushies or a combination of both) There will be an initial limit of five (5) plushies/coins gifted per person. Donations of any amount are welcome. All gifts may be picked up at The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department’s front counter located in the Public Safety Building (1000 55th Street). Accepted forms of payment include cash paid
New Twin Lakes Fire Chief Praises Arsonist Firefighter, Commission Member
Ron Redlin, the newly appointed Fire Chief in Twin Lakes, praised two-time convicted felon and arsonist, 36-year-old Glen A. Tietz, Jr. In a statement to KCE, Chief Redlin said that Tietz is trustworthy, dependable and volunteers countless hours weekly to help the department and community. According to its website, Tietz is not only a firefighter for the Village of Twin Lakes, he is also a fire commission member, along with his father, Glen Tietz, Sr. who is a Captain for the department. In Twin Lakes, they are referred to as “trustees.” As a trustee, both Teitzs helped select Redlin as the new Chief. Arson and Felony Criminal Damage to Property In Rock County Tietz admitted to arson of a building and felony criminal damage to property that he committed in
Kenosha Election Results: Bogdala and Spottswood Set for Mayoral Showdown
Today’s primary election in Kenosha for mayor, a circuit court judge, an alderperson and the Wilmot referendum has concluded, with voter turnout reported to be average. The top 2 vote-getters from each category now move on to the Spring Election on Tuesday, April 2nd. (All votes have been counted, but the final certification will be completed by the County Board of Canvass on Monday, Feb 26th.) The Wilmot Union High School District referendum failed to pass. City Mayor Voters have decided that David Bogdala (R) and Lydia Spottswood (D) will face off in the race for Mayor. The winner will replace longtime retiring mayor John Antaramian. Bogdala, a current alderman, received 39% of the vote, totaling 4,288. Spottswood, a former alderwoman and 1998 congressional candidate, garnered 31%. Alderman Kelly MacKay
7th Grade Science Teacher At KTEC Was Allegedly Grooming 13-Year-Old Student
***Editor’s Note: There have been no arrests or charges in this case. The teacher is presumed innocent.*** Kenosha County Eye today is naming the KUSD teacher that is on leave for allegations of inappropriate communications with a student. KCE was initially going to wait until criminal charges were filed, or KUSD disciplined the teacher. KCE based today’s decision on the lack of communication from KTEC and KUSD to the parents of students at the school. KCE believes that the community should be aware of the allegations, especially because KUSD is very weak on this type of conduct. KUSD has allowed grooming and other sexual conduct to go unpunished, just recently, in fact. Christian Enwright, 29, of Kenosha, was placed on leave after school officials learned that a young girl was
Local Group Creates Unique App for The Antique Community
A local group comprised of individuals from the Kenosha area has joined forces with Zetaton, a Milwaukee-based leading technology development company, to unveil a groundbreaking solution tailored to the antique community. Introducing Antiquesmart, an innovative mobile application designed to transform the way antique buyers and sellers connect. Antiquesmart, available for free download on both the App Store and Google Play Store, provides a comprehensive platform for antique enthusiasts to buy and sell antiques and provides a way to connect with others in the antique community previously unavailable. With its user-friendly interface and intuitive features, the app promises to enhance the antique buying and selling experience for users everywhere. One of the standout features of Antiquesmart is its individual storefronts for sellers, allowing them to showcase their merchandise in a personalized
Salem Lakes Public Works Superintendent Resigns Suddenly, Just Days After Deposition
The Salem Lakes Public Works Superintendent has resigned from the Village of Salem Lakes, just days after giving damning sworn testimony about his behavior while employed for the Village. Paul Snellen, 50, of Illinois, resigned suddenly last week without giving any advanced notice. KCE was informed by the source familiar with Village operations, that Snellen’s job was in serious jeopardy after the Village was made aware of serious accusations of misconduct spanning several years. Snellen gave testimony on February 2, 2024 in the matter of the defamation lawsuit of Michael Culat, the ousted former trustee, against Kenosha County Eye. Snellen hired the same law firm to represent himself at his deposition that Culat hired to sue us – 138 miles away. Ousted Village Administrator Mike Murdock was also deposed recently
Salem Lakes Fire Commission President Resigns Less Than Three Weeks After Serial Arsonist Vice President
The Village of Salem Lakes Fire Commission is down to three members from its original five-member composition. This, after Allen Thennes, the Commission’s President resigned last week. Kenosha County Eye can confirm that the resignation was sudden and the letter complained of “politics” just like Dunski’s letter of resignation. Thennes resigned in part, because the Village President asked the Vice President to resign less than three weeks ago. The former Vice President, Allen M. Dunski, Jr is a serial arsonist that spent two years in prison after confessing to three separate arsons. Thennes and Dunski are close friends and both came under tremendous scrutiny after they failed to take action to stop a rogue Fire Chief and Fire Marshall from attempting to shut down businesses. Former Fire Chief James Lejcar
Racine County DA Blocks Kenosha County Eye From Emailing Her After Embarrassing Trial Loss
Racine County District Attorney Patricia Hanson told Kenosha County Eye today that she would be permanently blocking her entire staff’s email accounts from receiving any
Buona Beef and Rainbow Cone Opening Next Week In Pleasant Prairie – Free Ice Cream For First 50 Guests
Today, the Buona Companies announced the upcoming opening of a dual-branded concept in Pleasant Prairie. Marking a historic moment for the company as it enters
Sheriff’s Department Begins Fundraising Campaign For K9 Unit – Plushies And Challenge Coins Available
Starting Monday, March 11th, 2024, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department (KSD) will officially start accepting donations to support the K9 Unit. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s
New Twin Lakes Fire Chief Praises Arsonist Firefighter, Commission Member
Ron Redlin, the newly appointed Fire Chief in Twin Lakes, praised two-time convicted felon and arsonist, 36-year-old Glen A. Tietz, Jr. In a statement to
Kenosha Election Results: Bogdala and Spottswood Set for Mayoral Showdown
Today’s primary election in Kenosha for mayor, a circuit court judge, an alderperson and the Wilmot referendum has concluded, with voter turnout reported to be
7th Grade Science Teacher At KTEC Was Allegedly Grooming 13-Year-Old Student
***Editor’s Note: There have been no arrests or charges in this case. The teacher is presumed innocent.*** Kenosha County Eye today is naming the KUSD
Local Group Creates Unique App for The Antique Community
A local group comprised of individuals from the Kenosha area has joined forces with Zetaton, a Milwaukee-based leading technology development company, to unveil a groundbreaking
Salem Lakes Public Works Superintendent Resigns Suddenly, Just Days After Deposition
The Salem Lakes Public Works Superintendent has resigned from the Village of Salem Lakes, just days after giving damning sworn testimony about his behavior while
Salem Lakes Fire Commission President Resigns Less Than Three Weeks After Serial Arsonist Vice President
The Village of Salem Lakes Fire Commission is down to three members from its original five-member composition. This, after Allen Thennes, the Commission’s President resigned
Kenosha Homicide Suspect Arrested In Arkansas
Treshawn D. Tooks, a 22-year-old Kenosha resident, was arrested in the early morning hours of February 15, 2024 in Arkansas by the White County Sheriff’s Office.
Opinion Rebuttal: Wilmot Union High School, Money Well Spent?
Editor’s Note: Michael Plourde and brand new school board member Michael Matz have publically called Mr. Dalton’s opinion piece “fake news” and “misinformation.” KCE reached
School Board Candidate With Criminal History And Severe Mental Illness Withdraws From Race – Will Remain On Ballot
(Editor’s Note: KCE wouldn’t normally publish details of one’s mental health issues unless there are exigent circumstances. In this case, KCE decided there are. Ms. Cassity
