Racine County breaking news (2024)

byHeather Asiyanbi

June 28th, 2024June 28th, 2024

RACINE COUNTY, WI — Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave died early on Friday, June 28. A handful of sources told Racine County Eye that he died of an apparent heart attack while jogging. His cause of death has not been officially released The county announced Delagrave’s passing in a press release sent to the media […]

byHeather Asiyanbi

June 28th, 2024June 28th, 2024

MADISON, WI — Despite recommendations from their own staff, Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) members rejected a second effort to recall Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. The 4-2 decision came during the commission’s regularly scheduled June 27 meeting following a memo from WEC staff recommending certification. 300 signatures for recall collected too late According to a story […]

byJulie Rossman

June 27th, 2024June 27th, 2024

Breakfast will be served from 7 to 11 a.m. in the Racine County Fairgrounds Activity Building, Union Grove, on Saturday, June 29.

byHeather Asiyanbi

June 25th, 2024June 25th, 2024

MADISON, WI — A memo ahead of the Wisconsin Elections Commission’s (WEC) June meeting indicates there 6,866 signatures to move forward with a recall election of Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. WEC is scheduled to meet on Thurs., June 27, and the 233-page document states there are 6,866 signatures, just 16 more than the 6,850 needed […]

byDan Truttschel

June 25th, 2024June 26th, 2024

RACINE— Recent Racine Case High School graduate and three-year basketball standout Termarion Brumby has one prep game left on his calendar later this week. Termarion Brumby to compete in Division 1 All-Star game, Brumby to compete in WBCA All-Star Game Brumby, the co-Player of the Year in the Southeast Conference this past season, will compete […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 22nd, 2024June 22nd, 2024

Magic Dreams Productions OSHKOSH — On a dazzling Saturday evening, Mandi Genord, representing Northern Lights, was crowned Miss Wisconsin 2024. The 22-year-old from Beaver Dam triumphed over 30 contestants across the state, securing her place in the upcoming Miss America 2025 competition. Achievements and scholarships Genord, a recent graduate from the University of Alabama with […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 22nd, 2024June 22nd, 2024

Pastor Rev. Juan Manuel Camacho will lead the Eucharistic Pilgrimage. RACINE — The Catholic Community of Racine, under the leadership of Pastor Rev. Juan Manuel Camacho, is set to participate in a historic nationwide Eucharistic Pilgrimage. The event, which is part of the northern “Marian” route of the National Eucharistic Congress, will see pilgrims processing […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 22nd, 2024June 22nd, 2024

UPDATE 9:15 p.m.: A severe thunderstorm ravaged Racine County Saturday night and caused about 700 residents to be without power, according to We Energies website. UPDATE 8:25 p.m.: The National Weather Service (NWS) in Milwaukee/Sullivan has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for eastern Walworth County, Racine County, and Kenosha County in southeastern Wisconsin. The warning […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 20th, 2024June 21st, 2024

Youth talent development for Racine County remains a top priority in fueling the economic success of the region. So Businesses, educators, nonprofits, and the government have made developing, attracting and retaining talent in Racine County a top priority. Here’s what investing in youth employment looks like in a tough economy that requires a different skillset. […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 11th, 2024June 11th, 2024

MADISON, WI — Attorney James Troupis has been temporarily suspended from his position on the Judicial Conduct Advisory Committee following charges linked to his involvement in a fake electoral votes plot during the 2020 presidential election. The Wisconsin Supreme Court issued the suspension on June 11, 2024, effective immediately. Troupis, reappointed to his second term […]

byHeather Asiyanbi

June 11th, 2024June 11th, 2024

RACINE COUNTY, WI — Andrew Cegielski is no longer running to take Robin Vos’ seat in the new 33rd Assembly District. He made the announcement Tues., June 11. Vos (R-Rochester) is the Speaker of the Assembly. He was elected in 2004 to represent what was the 63rd Assembly District, and he was elected Speaker in […]

byHeather Asiyanbi

June 11th, 2024June 11th, 2024

RACINE, WI — The National Weather Service has issued an air quality alert as well as a hazardous weather outlook issued for Racine County for Wed., June 12. Both notices were issued shortly before 3 p.m. Tues., June 11. Air quality alert coincides with first hot temps The air quality alert begins at noon and […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 10th, 2024June 10th, 2024

RACINE — A 19-year-old Racine resident, Abel A. Avila, is facing multiple charges, including felony possession of a firearm, following a series of shooting incidents that occurred in December 2023. Avila, whose home is on Gilson Street, was arrested after police connected him to several shootings in Racine. Multiple shootings documented, police say According to […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 10th, 2024June 11th, 2024

MILWAUKEE (June 10, 2024) — This Monday marks a significant milestone as the American Heart Association (AHA) celebrates its 100th anniversary. Founded in 1924, the AHA has made remarkable strides in reducing deaths from cardiovascular disease in the United States by half. Dedicated to creating a world of longer, healthier lives, the AHA has become […]

byDenise Lockwood

June 9th, 2024June 9th, 2024

Congratulations, Class of 2024 As the class of 2024 prepares to step into the future, it’s a moment to pause and reflect on the emotional journey they’ve traveled growing up in southeastern Wisconsin. Over the past 18 years, these graduates have experienced a whirlwind of emotions, navigating a landscape shaped by profound joy and significant […]