Daily
Kenosha
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Kenosha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shalom Center will host its annual celebration gala Thursday, May 7 in downtown Kenosha. Local residents can look forward to an evening of festivities & cultural unity. Kenosha News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials confirmed a high-end EF-1 tornado hit Somers on April 17, causing downed trees, blocked roads and structural damage in parts of the county, while recovery efforts continue and no serious injuries were reported. WLIP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneurs and small business owners can get free advice on starting a business, taxes, marketing and AI at a Small Business Clinic set for May 1 at the Kenosha Innovation Center, 5522 26th Ave. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and offers both full-day and session options. Kenosha County Eye
- ➤ Durand Avenue Piggly Wiggly is hosting a celebration today to mark its biggest remodel in 15 years (widened aisles, new floors and updated signage). Kenosha News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gateway announced this week that candidate Christopher Reber is no longer seeking the college presidency after he accepted another university leadership role (despite earlier controversy over his focus on diversity and inclusion). Three finalists remain as officials continue the search. Kenosha County Eye
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A flood warning was in effect for the Fox River near New Munster on Friday, April 17 when water levels reached 13.8 feet at 5:00 a.m.—officials said the river was expected to crest near 14.3 feet, potentially flooding low-lying neighborhoods. WLIP
- ➤ Heavy rain overwhelmed Kenosha’s sewer system early this week, so the water utility diverted diluted wastewater into storm sewers and Lake Michigan to prevent home damage. The bypass happened between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Wednesday near 89th and 17th — following 2.78 inches in 48 hours. Kenosha County Eye
-
PEGASIS Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — The White Lilac — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the genre-defying groove of Green Bay's PEGASIS as they blend jazz, funk, Latin, and soul into an unforgettable live show.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Kenosha
Welcome to the Daily Kenosha, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Kenosha, Wisconsin community. If you like the Daily Kenosha, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Kenosha.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Kenosha and across Wisconsin. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Kenosha
A free Kenosha community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailykenosha.com/sitemap