Good morning, Kenosha.

A 21-year-old motorcyclist died after his bike hit the side of a turning pick-up on County Highway K three miles west of the interstate on June 26—excessive speed was cited and his bike became wedged under an SUV that then caught fire—while a Walworth County sheriff’s deputy sustained minor injuries after a distracted driver rear-ended her on I-43 in Darien.

Two Kenosha teens were charged as adults after an April police chase that exceeded 115 mph and ended in a crash near the Illinois state line following an alleged armed carjacking in Mount Pleasant—additional charges may be filed in Racine County.

The Kenosha Unified School Board approved higher user fees for the 2025-26 school year to help pay for school costs — the changes will affect what families pay for services.

Kenosha will hold its Civic Veterans Parade on June 29 at noon with veterans groups, marching bands and entertainers along a route from Washington Road on Seventh Avenue to Library Park — street closures along the route will last until about 3:45 p.m. The city will also host the Celebrate America festival from July 4 to 5 near Southport Marina — a fireworks display is set for 9:30 p.m. on July 4 with further traffic restrictions imposed.

Local officials welcomed the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board on Tuesday as the board toured Kenosha County sites and participated in presentations and discussions.

Today, survivors of sexual assault gather in Kenosha at UW Parkside for a retreat lasting three days—offering support, workshops and guided sessions to help participants process trauma.

Candace Sanchez, a survivor who shared her story to help save another life, co-leads the event that aims to empower those on their healing journeys.

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.

Kenosha Homecoming Car Show

8:00 AM – 11:59 AM — Kenosha History Center — Free entry — Celebrate Kenosha's rich automotive history with an impressive display of classic cars.

Kenosha Homecoming Car Show

9 a.m. — Kenosha History Center — Free entry — Celebrate the return of the World’s Largest AMC car show with a showcase of classic automobiles by the lake.

Kenosha Homecoming Car Show

8 AM – 8 PM — Kenosha History Center — Free entry — Celebrate over a century of automotive history with a showcase of stunning classic and vintage cars.

2025 Kenosha Homecoming Car Show

7:45 AM – 4:00 PM — Kenosha History Center — Registration required — Celebrate the return of the World’s Largest AMC car show with great cars by the lake.

Kenosha Homecoming Car Show

9 a.m. — Kenosha History Center — Registration required — Celebrate the return of the World’s Largest AMC car show featuring classic cars on a picturesque lakeside setting.