Good morning, Kenosha.

On May 1 the fire that destroyed a building along I-94 in Kenosha was ruled accidental after an electrical problem in the attic set off the blaze while the structure was being renovated (Kenosha Fire Dept.) and dashed relocation plans for a bakery (Elsie Mae's Pies and Pints) that aimed to open on Mother's Day.

A 34-year-old man from Illinois was sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for five armed robberies in 2023—one of which took place in Kenosha.

A Kenosha teenager led police on a high-speed chase on April 29 through a residential neighborhood and active school zone while transporting his girlfriend and her 11-year-old brother, and he now faces five counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety along with additional traffic violations — bail was set at $20,000 and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 7.

Two Pleasant Prairie women were arrested after police responded Sunday night near the 8900 block of Old Green Bay Road to a fatal hit-and-run that led to a victim's death at a local hospital with a 34-year-old charged on Wednesday for hit-and-run causing death and a 26-year-old detained for aiding a felon.

Lakeside Players are staging the musical 'Hairspray' today at the Rhode Center for the Arts in Downtown Kenosha — featuring live music, challenging dance routines, and a message of inclusion.

Director Katie Gray said the show will keep audiences moving — offering both fun and thoughtful moments on stage.

The Kenosha Unified School Board approved 11 new classes to be added to the curriculum at LakeView K-8 Academy.

The Kenosha Unified School District unanimously passed a resolution to designate non-public areas as safe spaces for immigrant students following concerns from parents and teachers—new measures include protocols for ICE visits and emergency contact notifications.

The resolution supports student rights and aims to keep the schools secure.

Roads in Downtown Kenosha will be closed on May 3 for the 2025 Wisconsin Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K—local runners will use the lakefront and city streets—as the event brings together participants from across the region.

May the 4th Be With You Craft Fair

12-6 p.m. — The Final Girl — Free entry — Celebrate Star Wars with crafts, vendors, and a fun community atmosphere.