Good morning, Kenosha.

Millie Bo Peep Children’s Boutique and 1Hope are hosting Little Steps, Big Impact—a children’s fashion show and fundraiser to support foster families in Kenosha today at the Kenosha Public Museum from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The event, featuring local kids in a fashion show at 2:30 PM along with vendors, kids’ activities, and a silent auction, will have all proceeds benefit 1Hope’s programs.

Today, LakeFest is free at Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. where residents will enjoy live music, food & games, a Venetian boat parade and a glow party at sunset as part of a fundraiser for the Kenosha Community Sailing Center.

A 9-year-old child suffered minor hand injuries when a handgun discharged accidentally at a Kenosha officer’s home on Monday—he had accessed a locked gun safe—and the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident at the request of the Kenosha Police Department.

Yesterday, Kenosha Unified refined a plan to borrow money for secure entrances at seven schools after gun-related incidents prompted concerns, and board members rejected a phased approach—they will discuss the proposal again in September to manage the estimated $10 million cost within state spending limits.

Gateway Technical College was recognized nationally for its support of first-generation college students when it joined the FirstGen Forward Network for 2025-26.

The college served 5,563 such students last year — showing its long-term commitment to helping students thrive in Kenosha and the surrounding communities.

The Fox River is above flood stage and rising in Salem Lakes and Wheatland, and the National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for parts of Kenosha County — low-lying streets such as 77th are already underwater.

Crews are monitoring water levels and urging drivers to avoid flooded roads as water slowly recedes next week.

Kenosha is accepting applications until Sept 3 for its fall tree replacement program that subsidizes planting in parkways where trees were removed in the past five years—residents must call the Parks Department at 262-653-4080 for eligibility and return order forms by Sept 12 to schedule planting between October and November.

A defense attorney said Tuesday that the jail did not give inmates needed medication—he said one client with heart problems did not get his medicine for two days and many calls about the issue were not answered.

The attorney added that the jail’s ongoing care failures add to growing legal challenges against Sheriff Zoerner’s office.

Newborn Care Class

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Aurora Medical Center Kenosha — Free entry — Learn essential baby care techniques and ensure newborn safety in this informative class for expectant parents.

Renaissance Men Of Comedy 2025

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lakeside Players — Free venue parking — Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy featuring hilarious talents from the Bristol Renaissance Faire.