Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
Good morning, Kenosha.
On June 12 at 8:21 p.m., Kenosha Fire Department responded to a house fire on the 3800 block of 14th Avenue that significantly damaged a two-story home while all occupants safely evacuated, and firefighters brought the blaze under control by 8:45 p.m.—the cause remains under investigation.
A Genoa City man—Jesse Abelardo Reyes, 33—is held on $100,000 cash bail after being charged with repeatedly sexually assaulting a close relative over several months in Kenosha County Circuit Court, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday.
A 39-year-old Kenosha woman, Antoinette R.
Burton, was charged Monday after deputies responded near Burlington Road to a call that she chased her live-in partner with a small folding knife—she is held on $3,000 cash bail and faces 10 charges including felony recklessly endangering safety and multiple counts of misdemeanor bail jumping.
Kristina Faith Sargeant, a 28-year-old inmate at Kenosha County Jail, faced additional charges—two felonies and ten misdemeanors—after she assaulted another inmate in a shared cell on June 14, with a $5,000 cash bail set by the court.
Twin Lakes residents Todd P.
Larsen (46) and Makaila B. Norton (25) were charged Monday after officers raided a home surrounded by a village park where they allegedly found cocaine, meth, marijuana, guns, and other narcotics; a landlord is also facing charges.
Kenosha’s Juneteenth celebration returned to its original site at Lincoln Park on Saturday and drew hundreds of people who enjoyed fun activities for children (including basketball).
Kenosha County’s unemployment rate reached 3.6% with over 3,600 residents jobless, and community organizers hosted a job fair Friday at the Kenosha County Job Center—job seekers received résumé help and local employers met face to face.
Resources such as interview preparation were offered while residents were urged to call 211 for additional support.
Kenosha County Treatment Court recently honored two graduates for completing its program, marking a clear step in the county’s support initiatives.
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.
Music at Twilight Concert Series
5-8 p.m. — Anderson Arts Center — Cost varies — Enjoy an evening of live music, local eats, and community vibes.
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