Good morning, Kenosha.

A 40 year old Kenosha man named Ryan M.

Phillips—facing multiple felony charges—ran a drug house, harbored a fugitive, and threatened to shoot a police officer during a recent investigation.

A 35-year-old Illinois man from Lake in the Hills was charged with six felony counts and held on $75,000 cash bail after leading Kenosha County deputies on a high-speed chase on I-94 near Somers last week with cocaine and marijuana found in his car + two passengers were charged with drug possession and held on $5,000 bail.

On June 11, 2025 at 12:30 p.m., Gateway Technical College's board named Morgan Phillips—a former community college administrator in Arizona—as its interim president for one year, and he will begin his role on July 1 as the school starts its search for a permanent leader.

County Executive Samantha Kerkman joined local officials and volunteers over the weekend in hands-on restoration efforts in Kenosha, including a pollinator patch near the Velodrome in Washington Park where about 3,000 native plants were planted.

She also provided updates on the third phase of the Petrifying Springs Park project—where 100 native trees are being planted to strengthen the ecosystem and improve river water quality for Lake Michigan.

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office honored Deputy Jacob Keul—the first deputy to die in the line of duty—on the 102nd anniversary of his death.

He was killed in 1922 near the intersection of Antioch Road and Wilmot Road when his vehicle rolled over while he was on duty.

Governor Evers visited Kenosha on June 11 at 4:15 p.m. to stress tourism's role in the state's economy and tour the mini-maritime museum held in the Southport Lighthouse Keeper’s home on Simmons Island — he also viewed vintage AMC cars outside and said he would delay further budget talks until Joint Finance completes its review — confirming tourism's record impact last year.

St. Joe’s beat Cedar Grove-Belgium 4-0 in the sectional final & advanced to the state tournament.

Tremper’s season ended after a 9-8 loss to Oak Creek in the sectional semifinal.

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.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Fond du Lac Dock Spiders

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Historic Simmons Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of the Kenosha Kingfish facing off against the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders in this thrilling baseball match.

Firecracker 5k/1-Mile Fun Run

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Library Park — Registration required — Enjoy a morning of fitness and community in Kenosha's scenic Library Park.

Kenosha Harbor Market

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Kenosha HarborMarket — Free entry — Explore local artisan goods, fresh produce, and handcrafted soaps every Saturday from May to October.