Good morning, Kenosha.

Authorities identified 77-year-old Wayne N.

Stade as the pedestrian fatally struck just after 3 a.m. on May 13 while attempting to cross northbound Highway 31 near 35th Street in Somers— the driver immediately called 911 and remained uninjured and cooperative.

A Kenosha man accused of leading a reckless high-speed chase nearly two years ago faced new criminal charges for making threatening jailhouse calls—his first court appearance on March 24 set his cash bail at $25,000.

Richard J. Borman, 34, continues to be released on bond while facing charges in eight cases that include domestic violence, drug possession, and more than a dozen counts of bail jumping—raising concerns over his repeated releases.

Kenosha Police warned residents about a rising crypto ATM scam that cost some victims up to $60,000—local tech educator Amy Raemont said her relative lost nearly $10,000 after following scammer instructions.

Kenosha man Ken Larson was attacked by two loose dogs while walking his 14-year-old dog Casey on 76th Street and 33rd Avenue, which left him injured and his pet lost — county health officials later declared the dogs dangerous and barred them from residing here.

Kenosha Unified School District earned the NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education award for the eighth year in a row, showing its strong music programs and community support.

Officials provided details on funding, class participation, and facilities which were reviewed by WolfBrown (a respected arts research firm).

Kenosha Unified was honored on Monday, May 19 for the NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education designation, marking its eighth consecutive award.

Officials said the district’s strong music programs—based on funding, class participation, and facilities—demonstrate its firm support for music education.

Lamparek Creek in Mount Pleasant is almost fully redesigned as the Stantec team submitted the no-rise model for review—this step helps keep flood levels steady.

Microsoft and local partners will start a six-to-seven-month restoration in late summer to improve the creek's water quality and habitat.

Federal officials rejected a compact amendment from the Forest County Potawatomi that would have reduced state payments and removed an expiration date, clearing a path for the Menominee tribe’s $360 million casino project in Kenosha.

The project—planned for 60 acres west of Interstate 94 with a Hard Rock casino, hotel, and restaurants—is under environmental review while final approval rests with Gov. Tony Evers.

Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman delivered her third State of the County address to the County Board Tuesday evening, praising strong economic wins such as Eli Lilly’s $3 billion expansion and Microsoft’s property purchase while promising continued budget discipline and transparency through new online tools and outreach—she also marked the county’s 175th anniversary and announced a courthouse celebration on August 24. She noted that the county is preparing to address tougher EPA air quality rules that may affect local manufacturers.

Fourth Quarter Ends / End of Year for Students

— KTEC High School — Free entry — Celebrate the conclusion of the academic year as students finish their classes.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Kalamazoo Growlers

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the live baseball action as the Kingfish take on the Growlers.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Kalamazoo Growlers

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the Kingfish as they take on the Growlers in an exciting summer baseball matchup.

Coffee with CARW - Kenosha Innovation Network

8:30-10:00 AM — Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy — Free entry — Explore Kenosha's innovative future with civic and business leaders discussing economic momentum and development plans.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Battle Creek Battle Jacks

1:35-3:05 p.m. — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices may vary — Catch the live action as the Kenosha Kingfish take on the Battle Creek Battle Jacks.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Fond du Lac Dock Spiders

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy thrilling baseball action as the Kingfish take on the Dock Spiders in a summer showdown.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns

6:35 – 8:05 PM — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball matchup as the Kingfish host the Leprechauns.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Royal Oak Leprechauns

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Kenosha Kingfish as they face the Royal Oak Leprechauns in this exciting summer ballgame.