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Council delays voting on whether to pursue land purchase for public safety building

Council delays voting on whether to pursue land purchase for public safety building

  • Dennis Hines

The city wants to build a new public safety facility because the fire department is running out of space at its current station at 730 Marshall St., and the police station’s location at City Hall does not allow for future expansion.

Wisconsin State Senate rejects bipartisan deal on school funding, tax rebates

Wisconsin State Senate rejects bipartisan deal on school funding, tax rebates

  • KIMBERLY WETHAL

Democrats repeatedly called the deal “irresponsible” and a short-term fix that doesn’t address the issues with the state’s funding formula for public schools.

Lake Geneva alderwoman complaints tossed: ‘Not refutable evidence’

Lake Geneva alderwoman complaints tossed: ‘Not refutable evidence’

  • Dennis Hines

Members of the Lake Geneva City Council’s Personnel Committee approved on May 4 to dismiss complaints filed against Alderwoman Sherri Ames. The committee members approved 4-1 to dismiss the complaints with Alderman Joel Hoiland, who filed the complaints, voting “no.” Some of the complaints a…

Is Lake Geneva really going with trolleys?

Is Lake Geneva really going with trolleys?

  • Dennis Hines

Members of the Lake Geneva City Council approved on April 27 to send a letter of intent to transportation company, Jones Travel & Tour in Elkhorn, that city officials are interested in possibly purchasing two trolleys for about $100,000 to provide transportation to and from the downtown …

Lake Geneva alderman censured after video incident

Lake Geneva alderman censured after video incident

  • Dennis Hines

Members of the Lake Geneva City Council’s Personnel Committee approved on May 4 to issue a censure against Alderman Joel Hoiland related to a complaint filed against City Administrator Dave De Angelis. The censure was approved by a 3-2 vote with Hoiland and Mary Jo Fesenmaier voting no. De A…

Lake Geneva begins farmer’s market season

Lake Geneva begins farmer’s market season

  • Dennis Hines

Lake Geneva officially began its annual farmer’s market season on May 7 at Horticultural Hall, 330 Broad St., and Holy Communion Episcopal Church, 320 Broad St. The Lake Geneva Farmer’s Market features fresh produce, cheeses, breads, meats, desserts, craft items, jewelry, flowers and clothin…

New clothing store set to open in downtown Lake Geneva

New clothing store set to open in downtown Lake Geneva

  • Dennis Hines

Clothing store owner Estevan Longoria is set to open his first brick-and-mortar Lost Files location at 607 W. Main St. in downtown Lake Geneva. The store is set to feature what Longoria calls “Midwest street ware” including shorts, sweaters, T-shirts, hoodies, hats and tote bags. A grand ope…

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Business fire in downtown Monroe draws crews from multiple departments

Business fire in downtown Monroe draws crews from multiple departments

The fire on the east side of Monroe’s downtown square began shortly after 11 a.m. and still was burning about 12:15 p.m., a Monroe dispatcher said.

Gateway Technical College hires outgoing United Way of Kenosha CEO

Gateway Technical College hires outgoing United Way of Kenosha CEO

As Gateway Technical College’s first director of government relations — a newly created position — Carolynn  Friesch will be a connector between Gateway and lawmakers beginning May 18, the college announced Tuesday.

Ensuring his legacy is never forgotten, new Al Molinaro statue unveiled in Kenosha

Ensuring his legacy is never forgotten, new Al Molinaro statue unveiled in Kenosha

A Kenosha native and veteran television actor now stands immortalized in bronze Downtown. A statue of the late actor Al Molinaro was unveiled Wednesday evening at the Port of Kenosha Beverage House, 714 50th St. 

Republicans quietly close special session on gerrymandering

Republicans quietly close special session on gerrymandering

Gov. Tony Evers called the session to begin the process of giving voters final say on a constitutional amendment to ban partisan gerrymandering.

Two arrested in connection to March fatal shooting in Racine

Two arrested in connection to March fatal shooting in Racine

Official charges had not been filed as of Thursday morning, according to online court records.

Kenosha man changes plea in connection to alleged threats to kidnap, kill judge

Kenosha man changes plea in connection to alleged threats to kidnap, kill judge

He had been charged in September 2025 with one count of conspiracy to commit first degree intentional homicide, one count of conspiracy to commit kidnapping and one count of threat to cause bodily harm to certain individuals involved with a court or legal system.

Driver arrested after passenger dies in crash into Beloit cemetery

Driver arrested after passenger dies in crash into Beloit cemetery

A pickup truck lost control at high speed in the 1300 block of Woodward Avenue and crashed in a cemetery, where it struck multiple headstones, Beloit police said.

Driver arrested after passenger dies in crash into Beloit cemetery

Driver arrested after passenger dies in crash into Beloit cemetery

A pickup truck lost control at high speed in the 1300 block of Woodward Avenue and crashed in a cemetery, where it struck multiple headstones, Beloit police said.

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Photos: Jake Ferguson's career with Wisconsin Badgers football

Photos: Jake Ferguson's career with Wisconsin Badgers football

Jake Ferguson caught 145 passes for 1,618 yards and 13 TDs with the Badgers before moving on to a successful NFL career. A look at his time at Wisconsin.

Verona native, Wisconsin softball's home run leader, gets where she hoped to be with Badgers

Verona native, Wisconsin softball's home run leader, gets where she hoped to be with Badgers

The Badgers are in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2022, and Verona's Hilary Blomberg looked back on one of the program's biggest upsets.

Brewers ace leaves loss to Padres due to leg cramping

Brewers ace leaves loss to Padres due to leg cramping

For the second time in three starts, Milwaukee Brewers flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski left a start early. Here's the latest on his status. 

3 things to know as Wisconsin softball embarks on NCAA Tournament

3 things to know as Wisconsin softball embarks on NCAA Tournament

The Badgers are making their 10th appearance in the NCAA Tournament but still seek their first trip to super regionals. Here's what to know ahead of their opening game.

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City of Kenosha announces community workshops for 2050 comprehensive plan
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Kenosha invites community members to public workshops to shape the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, guiding growth, investment and policy decisions over the next 25 years.

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Mayor’s Youth Commission honors Kenosha students
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  • City of Kenosha

The Mayor’s Youth Commission honored 17 Kenosha students for academic achievement, leadership, athletics and community service during a Common Council meeting.

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Officials announce launch of Keys to Kenosha architectural tour
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  • City of Kenosha

Officials launch Keys to Kenosha, a free self-guided architectural tour of more than 50 historic and cultural sites open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 7.

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Nordigian sets Kenosha County Board committee lineup for 2026-28
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  • Kenosha County

Kenosha County Board Chairman Mark Nordigian names committee leaders and members for the 2026-28 term and adjusts standing committee sizes to five members.

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Photos: Jake Ferguson's career with Wisconsin Badgers football

Photos: Jake Ferguson's career with Wisconsin Badgers football

Jake Ferguson caught 145 passes for 1,618 yards and 13 TDs with the Badgers before moving on to a successful NFL career. A look at his time at Wisconsin.

Verona native, Wisconsin softball's home run leader, gets where she hoped to be with Badgers

Verona native, Wisconsin softball's home run leader, gets where she hoped to be with Badgers

The Badgers are in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2022, and Verona's Hilary Blomberg looked back on one of the program's biggest upsets.

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3 things to know as Wisconsin softball embarks on NCAA Tournament

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The Badgers are making their 10th appearance in the NCAA Tournament but still seek their first trip to super regionals. Here's what to know ahead of their opening game.

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The letter inside was missing, but somehow the envelope found its way back to a house on Van Hise Avenue.

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Taking the kids: A trip down memory lane in Austin, Texas

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