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High School FootballKenosha St. Joseph and Union Grove see their football seasons end in state semifinalsIf you follow Kenosha-area football, Friday night ended two seasons. Kenosha St. Joseph couldn't keep pace with Mondovi's offense in a Division 6 semifinal at Waupaca. Kenosha News reported a 57-26 final, while Channel 3000 lists it as 56-27.Saturday’s editionRead CommunityCarthage College lifts its campaign goal to $120 million as St. Joseph football reaches the state semifinalCarthage College has expanded its Light that Travels campaign to a $120 million goal, and student scholarships are the top priority for the next phase. The Board of Trustees approved the expansion after the original $100 million goal was met last week.Friday’s editionRead Your MoneyKenosha County gas averages about $3.67 a gallon, below the state and national figuresIf you drive in Kenosha County, your gas money is going further. The county's average for a gallon of regular was about $3.67 on Thursday, under the Wisconsin average of $3.78.Friday’s editionRead High School FootballRacine Case is one win from the state title game and plays Friday nightIf you like an underdog story, Racine has one. Case beat top-seeded Muskego 6-3 when senior kicker Colin Gardner kicked a 28-yard field goal with four seconds left in a 3-3 tie. TMJ4 reports that before 2023, the Eagles had never won a playoff game.Thursday’s editionRead High School FootballSycamore beat Antioch 32-28 after an inadvertent whistle wiped out a Hail Mary touchdownIf you saw the Antioch Hail Mary, here's how it really ended. Sycamore beat Antioch 32-28 in a Class 5A second-round game Saturday. Antioch quarterback Ethan Patel's long pass in the final seconds was tipped, and receiver Chance Verden caught it and ran into the end zone. Officials ruled an inadvertent whistle, credited Verden with a catch but not the touchdown, and gave Antioch one untimed play from Sycamore's 13-yard line. Dylan Curtis intercepted it.Wednesday’s editionRead CommunityMake-A-Wish Wisconsin grants its 9,500th wish at a Kenosha orthodontist's officeMarlen Espinoza Rugama, a 15-year-old from Caledonia, got her wish Monday: braces, courtesy of Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. She's welcoming the end of her battle with cancer, which kept her out of school.Tuesday’s editionRead Local GovernmentKenosha County adopts its 2027 budget, and Bristol weighs two land-use changes tonightIf you pay Kenosha County property taxes, here's the headline: the County Board unanimously adopted its 2027 budget, a plan with a slight tax levy increase and capital improvements.Monday’s editionRead CommunityVeterans can get a free haircut at Gateway's student-run salons on Nov. 18If you're a veteran, mark Wed., Nov. 18. Gateway Technical College's Barber Technologist and Cosmetology programs are offering free haircuts at all three of their salons, with students and program alumni doing the cutting. Kenosha News reports that all other services are 50 percent off.Monday’s editionRead High School FootballRacine Case beats Muskego 6-3 to reach its first Division 1 state semifinalIf you follow Kenosha-area football, Friday's playoffs had a big one next door. No. 2 Racine Case knocked off No. 1 Muskego 6-3 in a defensive battle. Case is heading to the final four in Division 1 for the first time ever, thanks to strong defense and some clutch kicking.Nov. 8 editionRead

Around Kenosha

From WTMJ, FOX6 News Milwaukee and 23 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WTMJ7 hours ago

    Duplex fire leaves one family displaced in Racine

    RACINE, Wis.--A family is displaced after a fire damaged a unit in a duplex in Racine. According to the Racine Fire Department, crews responded to reports

    Also reported byFOX6 News Milwaukee

  2. WTMJ8 hours ago

    Visit Kenosha

    Laura Gregorski of Visit Kenosha joins John Mercure to talk about Lightin’ Up and other things going on during the holiday season in Kenosha.

  3. WTMJ8 hours ago

    Visit Kenosha, whats new at O&H Bakery, and burgers in Wisconsin

    John Mercure takes you around Wisconsin to bring you all the things that makes Wisconsin special.

  4. Lake and McHenry County Scanner9 hours ago

    Rollover crash leaves SUV on its roof, sends 2 to hospital after driver turns in front of another car in Gurnee, police say

    A Grayslake woman and an Antioch man were transported to the hospital after a crash left the man's SUV on its roof when the woman failed to yield while turning left in Gurnee, police said.

  5. Wisconsin Right Now9 hours ago

    John Tate, Who Freed Brutal Killers on Parole, Is Running for Racine Mayor

    John Tate, Tony Evers' scandal-prone former appointee to the Parole Commission, who freed some of the most brutal killers and rapists in state history,

  6. FOX6 News Milwaukee11 hours ago

    Wisconsin 10-month-old boy with rare disorder needs liver donor

    Westen Hagen, 10 months old, has Alagille syndrome and needs a liver transplant. His family is hosting a fundraiser in South Milwaukee to help.

  7. West of the I11 hours ago

    Deaths Nov. 14, 2026: Charlotte A. Samuelson

    Charlotte A. Samuelson, 78, of Bristol, died Nov. 13, 2026

  8. Shaw Local13 hours ago

    Antioch house fire victim identified

    The victim of a house fire in unincorporated Antioch has been identified, authorities said.

    Also reported byWLIPGrayslake PatchDaily HeraldLake and McHenry County Scanner

  9. Racine County Eye13 hours ago

    Racine County's opioid settlement money is mostly in the bank. The biggest promise for it is 20 years of building payments.

    Racine County holds $6.76 million in opioid settlement money and has spent $8,133 of it this year. Its biggest commitment is 20 years of payments on its new Behavioral Health Building.

  10. The Heartland Post14 hours ago

    Gov. Evers Advances Parole Eligibility For Kenosha Killer

    Gov. Tony Evers on Friday advanced the parole eligibility date for DeQuelvin M. Douglas from 2054 to 2029, granting a commutation in a 1995 Kenosha County

  11. West of the I14 hours ago

    Units responding for crash in Paddock Lake

    At 2:13 p.m., sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highway 50 and Highway 83-south in Paddock Lake. Per dispatch: Vehicles not blocking traffic and no injuries being reported.

  12. Racine County Eye16 hours ago

    Union Grove board seeks smaller 2027 tax levy increase

    Union Grove’s Village Board sent its 2027 budget back for revisions, targeting a 3.7% village levy increase. Trustees meet Nov. 17 to consider the revised plan. Union Grove board seeks smaller 2027 tax levy increase was first posted on November 14, 2026 at 12:26 pm. ©2024 "Racine County Eye". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at denise@racinecountyeye.com

  13. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel17 hours ago

    Highlights from the 2026 WIAA Division 1 State Girls Swimming & Diving Championships

    Highlights from the WIAA Division 1 State Girls Swimming & Diving Championships in Waukesha on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026.

  14. West of the I18 hours ago

    Broken down train blocking crossings

    A train experiencing mechanical problems is topped along the Canadian National Railway line in Western Kenosha County blocking traffic at Highway C and likely other nearby crossings. From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office:

  15. Kenosha.com20 hours ago

    Mahone Foundation Middle School Scholarships Reach 27 Eighth Graders

    The Mary Lou & Arthur F. Mahone Foundation and Edvest 529 presented 27 scholarships of $500 each to eighth-grade students from Kenosha and Racine Unified School Districts at a ceremony held at the Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy. The awards expand the foundation's longtime work with high school seniors to reach students years earlier.

  16. 101 WIXX21 hours ago

    Friday Night Lights – WIAA football semifinals & championship pairings

    Division 1 West De Pere 20, Racine Case 19 Hamilton 48, Bay Port 15 Division 2 Notre Dame 28, Union Grove 17 Monona Grove 30, New Richmond 7 Division ...

  17. Kenosha News21 hours ago

    Luxury homes for sale in the Kenosha area — Updated Nov. 14, 2026

    Browse through luxury homes in the Kenosha real estate market and find your next home!

  18. Journal Times21 hours ago

    Luxury homes for sale in the Racine County area — Updated Nov. 14, 2026

    Browse through luxury homes in the Racine County real estate market and find your next home!

  19. Kenosha News21 hours ago

    Kenosha approves street closure for Captain Mike's Parka Party and plans for Snow Daze event

    Kenosha city officials have approved street closures for upcoming community events, including Captain Mike's Parka Party in December and the Snow Daze event in January. The Public Works Committee also

  20. Kenosha News22 hours ago

    Kenosha Finance Committee to discuss ward addition, grant plans and state funding resolution

    Kenosha’s Finance Committee will meet November 16 to discuss adding Ward 106 to the 16th Aldermanic District, review 2027 grant plans, and consider a state funding resolution. The agenda also

  21. Kenosha News22 hours ago

    Kenosha common council discusses numerous city approvals and agreements November 16, 2026

    The Kenosha Common Council met on November 16, 2026, approving various operator and pet-related business licenses, zoning changes, infrastructure project acceptances, and community development plans. The council also authorized agreements

  22. Journal Times22 hours ago

    Board OKs purchase of armored vehicle

    MT. PLEASANT

  23. Wisconsin State Journal22 hours ago

    How an emerging Racine figure skater celebrates her Latina heritage on the ice

    St. Catherine's sophomore Aylin Hernandez is a blossoming star. Here's why she hopes her story will inspire the next generation of Latin American skaters.

  24. Lake Geneva News23 hours ago

    Christian Life to bring Middle Earth to Kenosha stage in 'The Hobbit'

    J.R.R Tolkien’s world is coming to life in Kenosha with Christian Life production of “The Hobbit”. "The Hobbit" will have its first performance on Nov. 17 at 4 p.m.

  25. Green Bay Press-Gazette23 hours ago

    Green Bay Notre Dame, West De Pere football make state after comebacks

    West De Pere and Notre Dame are headed to WIAA state title games after thrilling second half comebacks.

  26. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel23 hours ago

    West De Pere overcomes Morell Jackson, Racine Case to head back to state

    Morgan Mertens' 6-yard touchdown catch with 1:11 left sent top-seeded West De Pere back to the state title game for the second straight postseason.

  27. Shaw Local23 hours ago

    Northwest Herald girls wrestling preview: 5 to watch in 2026-27

    Hampshire's Amelia Nidelea-Polanin and Samantha Diehl, Crystal Lake Central co-op's Annalee Aarseth, Huntley's Grecia Garcia and Richmond-Burton's Madelyn Peterie are five girls wrestlers to watch during the 2026-27 season.

  28. Journal TimesYesterday

    Kenosha city plan commission to review fitness centers and restaurant permits on November 19

    The Kenosha City Plan Commission will review permits for fitness centers and a restaurant during its November 19 meeting. Proposed developments include Elite Tumbling Factory, El Beso Restaurant, and Good Day Cross Fit.

  29. La Crosse TribuneYesterday

    SEMI BOUND

    Caledonia pushes past Cannon Falls in playoffs

  30. Journal TimesYesterday

    Kenosha stormwater utility committee reviews maintenance agreements and budget plans

    The Kenosha Stormwater Utility Committee met on November 16, 2026, to approve maintenance agreements with Advia Credit Union and Gracewood Estates, extend a yard waste coupon program contract, and discuss stormwater management budgets. The committee also addressed community concerns about flooding and HOA maintenance responsibilities from earlier November meetings.

  31. Kenosha NewsNov. 13

    Kenosha St. Joseph falls short in state semifinal loss to Mondovi

    Kenosha St. Joseph couldn't keep pace with Mondovi's electric offense in Friday's 57-26 loss in a Division 6 state semifinal at Waupaca.

  32. Journal TimesNov. 13

    Photos: Union Grove falls to Green Bay Notre Dame in a football state semifinals

    The Broncos' season came to an end with a 28-17 loss to the Tritons during Friday's WIAA Division 2 state semifinal at Slinger High School.

  33. WBAYNov. 13

    Operation Football: State Semifinals

    Freedom, West De Pere, & Notre Dame punch their tickets to Camp Randall

    Also reported byWISN

  34. Journal TimesNov. 13

    Union Grove football's bid to bottle up Badgers recruit, reach title game falls short

    Union Grove built a big halftime lead. Then the state's all-time career rushing leader took over in the second half.

  35. WFRV Local 5Nov. 13

    West De Pere punches ticket to D1 state championship game

    (WFRV) – The reigning Division 2 state champion West De Pere Phantoms are headed back to Madison with another state title within reach. This time, however, they’ll look to capture the crown in Division 1. West De Pere punched its ticket to the state championship game with a thrilling 20-19 victory over Racine Case in

  36. Wisconsin State JournalNov. 13

    Late West De Pere touchdown dashes Racine Case football’s state title hopes

    Morell Jackson rushed for 326 yards and three touchdowns, but the Eagles came up just short of a trip to Camp Randall Stadium.

  37. Channel 3000Nov. 13

    Wisconsin high school football playoff scores

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  38. CBS58Nov. 13

    WIAA football playoffs: State championship matchups set after Level 4 semifinals

    WISCONSIN (CBS 58) — The road to a state championship is down to its final stop.Fourteen teams punched their tickets to the WIAA football state championships Friday, Nov. 13, as Level 4 semifinal games

  39. Journal TimesNov. 13

    Kenosha Common Council to consider 2027 budgets and capital improvement plan

    Kenosha's Common Council will meet November 18 to approve the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan, adopt the 2027 city budgets, and consider business district assessments and employee pay changes. The meeting will take place at the Municipal Building council chambers.

  40. West of the INov. 13

    Units responding for crash in Brighton

    At about 8:29 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding for a crash at Highways JB and BD in Brighton. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved.

In brief

The short notes of Daily Kenosha’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • TransitKenosha Area Transit is proposing bus service to the Walmart and Festival Foods in the Village of Somers, which could start as early as December.

    Kenosha Area Transit is proposing bus service to the Walmart and Festival Foods in the Village of Somers, which could start as early as December. City officials announced a public meeting for Mon., Nov. 23.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Kenosha County Eye

  • RestaurantEl Beso Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, which has locations in Milwaukee and Greenfield, plans a 7,320-square-foot restaurant at 7028 118th Ave.

    El Beso Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, which has locations in Milwaukee and Greenfield, plans a 7,320-square-foot restaurant at 7028 118th Ave. in Kenosha, east of the Best Buy store.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: BizTimes

  • HabitatImani Hodges received the keys to her new Habitat for Humanity house Nov.

    Imani Hodges received the keys to her new Habitat for Humanity house Nov. 4. It's the 25th home Habitat has handed off in Kenosha.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Wisconsin State Journal

  • Tea barSouthport Tea will open its new tea bar Thu., Nov.

    Southport Tea will open its new tea bar Thu., Nov. 19, at 1 p.m. at 5701 Sixth Ave., with a Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting. A Thanksgiving weekend pop-up with local artist Aaron Hunzinger's business, AHdidit, follows Nov. 27 to 29. Owner Russ Collier opened the shop in April 2026, and it carries more than 125 varieties of loose-leaf teas and herbs.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: Kenosha.com, Kenosha County Eye

  • WarhawksAidan Lucero of Trevor and Mason Mcneill of Bristol are on the UW-Whitewater football team that won the WIAC title with a 24-21 victory at UW-Platteville on Nov.

    Aidan Lucero of Trevor and Mason Mcneill of Bristol are on the UW-Whitewater football team that won the WIAC title with a 24-21 victory at UW-Platteville on Nov. 7. The win earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Playoffs. It was the annual George Chryst Memorial Bowl.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: West of the I, Seehafer News

  • Mount PleasantRedirected incentives from Microsoft's data center campus are set to reduce Mount Pleasant's property tax levy by 2%.

    Redirected incentives from Microsoft's data center campus are set to reduce Mount Pleasant's property tax levy by 2%. They would also fund nearly half of the village's capital projects in 2027.

    Around Wisconsin · Saturday’s editionSource: Journal Times

  • ModineRacine-based Modine is reportedly an acquisition target of Samsung Electronics, according to Bloomberg News.

    Racine-based Modine is reportedly an acquisition target of Samsung Electronics, according to Bloomberg News. The cooling-technology maker has been part of the supply chain for large AI data center campuses.

    Around Wisconsin · Saturday’s editionSource: In Business Madison

  • Racine CountyRacine County supervisors set the 2027 tax levy and mill rate.

    Racine County supervisors set the 2027 tax levy and mill rate. Residents will collectively pay more than $2 million more in property taxes next year.

    Around Wisconsin · Saturday’s editionSource: Wisconsin State Journal

  • FootballLake Country Lutheran (10-2), the No. 2 seed, plays No.

    Lake Country Lutheran (10-2), the No. 2 seed, plays No. 1-seeded New Glarus in a state semifinal Friday at 7 p.m. at Westosha Central. The Lightning beat Racine Lutheran 24-23 last week to get there.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Greater Milwaukee Today

  • Red kettlesThe Salvation Army-Kenosha's Red Kettle Campaign kicks off Nov.

    The Salvation Army-Kenosha's Red Kettle Campaign kicks off Nov. 13.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Kenosha News

  • Twin LakesThousands of fish went into Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth in a $10,000 stocking project completed over two days, Oct.

    Thousands of fish went into Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth in a $10,000 stocking project completed over two days, Oct. 21 and Nov. 11. It brought in four species, bass, bluegill, crappie and perch, through Keystone Hatcheries of Richmond, Illinois.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Kenosha County Eye

  • MusicThe November Unplugged Acoustic Rock Jam is set for Saturday, Nov.

    The November Unplugged Acoustic Rock Jam is set for Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Pleasant Prairie History Museum, 3875 116th St.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Kenosha News