Recent City of Kenosha stories
(23) updates to this series since Updated
The owners of the former Eagle Club in Downtown Kenosha have been given six months to find a way to restore the property. The owners appeared before Kenosha's Historic Preservation Commission on Jan. 29, seeking a demolition permit.
The City Council's Public Works Committee has accepted the Kenosha Innovation Center this week as satisfactorily completed by Miron Construction of Neenah, Wisconsin. The final amount of the contract was $23.57 million.
Kenosha’s 2026 spring primary is Feb. 17. Learn absentee voting dates, mail ballot deadlines, ID rules, and how to return ballots and avoid mail confusion.
He was recognized for distinguished service in the U.S. Navy and his continued commitment to veterans and community advancement.
Several festivals and events are coming to Kenosha, following approvals from the City's park commission and Public Works committee.
A new Pizza Ranch restaurant could open soon on Green Bay Road in Kenosha, following Plan Commission approval of a conditional use permit for the restaurant.
The Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission has named Robert E. Ibsen as the 2025 Kenosha Hometown Hero of the Year.
Roosevelt Park, 6801 34th Ave is going to look a bit different for pickleball and tennis players following approval of a new combined court by the Public Works and Parks Commissions.
Cream City Cyber, a Milwaukee-based cybersecurity and risk management consulting firm, has been named an Impact Partner of the Kenosha Innovation Center.
The Uptown Library roof replacement contract was denied at Wednesday's Common Council meeting, with commission members from Public Works and Historic Preservation citing concerns.
Kenosha Restaurant week is kicking off on Feb. 21 with a record 80 businesses participating with specials, deals and new menu items.
Mayor David Bogdala presented his 2026 State of the City address on Monday evening before the Kenosha City Council meeting highlighting a year of growth for the City.
Applications are now available to participate in the 2026 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade, set for Sunday, June 28
City of Kenosha honored student winners of its 2026 “I Voted” sticker contest, whose artwork will appear on official stickers for the April 7 Spring Election.
KENOSHA — The fifth phase in the reconstruction of 22nd Avenue through Kenosha is underway, with access blocked to southbound traffic.
Kenosha’s compost and brush drop-off site opens April 6, 2026, with free seasonal disposal and curbside compostable collection running April 27 to June 5.
The City of Kenosha will host a free household hazardous waste drop-off collection on Saturday, April 4.
Planning and permits for Kenosha's 2026 Celebrate America celebration, as well as a number of other community events this summer, have been approved by city commissions.
Local officials and others joined Kenosha Area Family and Aging Services Inc. last week for a five-day-long celebration of the Meals on Wheels program. Events included daily community awareness gatherings and opportunities for guests to ride along with Meals on Wheels volunteer drivers.
Kenosha enforces alternate side parking annually from Dec. 1 to March 31 to help snowplow and emergency vehicles safely clear narrow city streets.
City of Kenosha Alternate Side Parking Ends March 31
A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team has determined damage caused by a thunderstorm Thursday evening, April 2, was the result of a downburst and straight line winds.
Lawmakers Mandela Barnes and Sara Rodriguez highlighted concerns about affordable housing and small businesses during recent visits to Kenosha.
Voting is underway in Kenosha County for the spring primary election. In-person absentee voting opened at City Hall on Tuesday for the Feb. 17 primary.
The restaurant at 6633 Douglas Ave. in Racine will donate 10% of cost of dine-in and carry-out orders when patrons mention Hospice Alliance.
Life saving measures were performed by rescue personnel, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A new coffee shop could soon open on 22nd Avenue on the north side of Kenosha. The City Plan Commission has voted in favor of rezoning property to allow DSCO coffee to be developed at 1706 22nd Ave.
The Kenosha Sculpture Walk is accepting artist submissions and sponsorship commitments for its 2026–28 outdoor exhibit.
The City of Kenosha has received a $3 million grant from the federal government to help fund the city's affordable housing initiative. The funding will help support the city's Home Kenosha program.
The public is invited to attend the 2026 State of the City address by Kenosha Mayor David Bogdala, which will be presented at 7 p.m. Monday, March 2, inside the Municipal Building, 625 52nd St.
Bradford High School senior Etta Tidd was selected as Miss Milwaukee's Teen 2026 on Feb. 21 at St. Joan Antida High School in Milwaukee.
Kenosha Police Chief Patrick Patton and City Administrator John Morrissey have been reappointed to their positions by the City Council. Members of the Common Council voted unanimously to extend their terms through March 16, 2029.
Several 2026 concerts and events in Kenosha have recently been approved by the city's Park Commission.
The 16th annual Read Across Kenosha brought together community leaders, volunteers and educators to promote literacy among pre-kindergarten through third grade students across Kenosha County.
He faces imprisonment of up to 10 years, a maximum fine of $250,000 and up to three years of supervised release.
The Mahone Foundation announced recent leadership updates with Carthage College President Dr. John Swallow now set to serve as board president and Michael Bond, director of community relations at Snap-on Incorporated, joining the board.
Kenosha officials have issued a traffic advisory for streetlights out for repairs the next two nights.
Special voting deputies appointed by the City of Kenosha will be conducting spring election absentee voting for residents at Kenosha area care facilities starting next week.
Bikers across Kenosha could have even more access to bike trails in the city. The City of Kenosha has been awarded a $5.5 million federal grant to extend an existing county bike trail.
Large crowds turned out for Kenosha's second Eric Olson St. Patrick's Day parade and several other festivities.
A 315,000 square foot distribution center is moving forward in Kenosha, following City Plan Commission's Thursday meeting. The commission voted in favor of granting G10 Fulfillment, a conditional use permit for its proposed facility.
Incumbent Jan Michalski will face Josh Maglasang to represent the City of Kenosha District 3 on Common Council.
Alternate side parking for the 2025-26 winter season in the City of Kenosha ends Tuesday, March 31.
Incumbent Brandi Ferree will face Red Arnold to represent the City of Kenosha District 6 on the common council.
Ald. Rex Davenport, who was appointed to serve the remainder of Ald. Holly Kangas' term, is facing Craig Sadur to represent City of Kenosha District 4 on the City Council.
Streetlights along 39th Avenue from Washington Road to 24th Street will be out until late next week due to damage caused by a vehicle striking the control cabinet.
Trash, recycling, bulk and tire collections will follow a normal pickup schedule next week, including on Good Friday Friday, April 3.
The Kenosha community and local students took part in events this week marking the legacy of the late Kenosha civic leader Katherine Marks.
Incumbent Keith Rosenburg will face Nicholas J. Prorok to represent the City of Kenosha District 9 on the common council.
The Kenosha Community Foundation has awarded $9,000 in 2026 Creativity by Kids grants to six Kenosha-area organizations. Each organization received a $1,500 grant to support programs that encourage youth creativity, learning, and engagement in the arts and the natural world.
Former Ald. Jesse Downing will face Julia Metallo to represent District 15 on the Kenosha City Council. The spring election will be held Tuesday, April 7.
The Kenosha compost and brush drop-off site at 4071 88th Ave. will open for the season on Monday, April 6.
The City of Kenosha will host a free household hazardous waste drop-off collection on Saturday, April 4. The collection will take place from 8-11 a.
The spring election includes the race to represent Kenosha County Board District 3 featuring Annette Flynn and Riki Tagliapietra.
KENOSHA — Plans for redevelopment of a 60th Street site to add a new vehicle dealership have advanced in Kenosha.
A 6-year-old girl was found deceased in her bedroom in 2022, and investigators said they observed no foul play. Four years later, a renewed investigation points to a homicide.
The City of Kenosha is alerting residents, property owners and businesses to fraudulent invoices that falsely claim to be issued by the city’s “Planning Commission” and request payment.
