Malcolm James Death: Racine Sheriff Releases Jail Video

The sheriff's office unexpectedly released a video of James in a Racine jail cell before he died in custody.

Attorneys: Rittenhouse Trial In November Could Take 2 Weeks

Due to COVID-19, it's his first in-person court appearance on charges stemming from the shooting deaths of two Kenosha protesters.

Sleeping Tesla Driver Went 82 MPH Through Kenosha County: Sheriff

The 38-year-old Illinois man denied being asleep before deputies cited him for inattentive driving, police said.

Accused Kenosha Bar Shooter Identified: Sheriff

A press conference is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

3 Dead In Shooting At Somers House In Kenosha; Suspect Found

Two others were hospitalized in an early morning shooting at the tavern on Sheridan Road.

Kenosha Officer Cleared In Blake Shooting Returns To Police Duty

Jacob Blake Jr. was shot by Kenosha Officer Rusten Sheskey in August while Blake was about to get into an SUV during a domestic dispute.

Jacob Blake Files Excessive Force Lawsuit Against Officer

The shooting of Blake, captured on bystander video, turned the nation's spotlight on Wisconsin during a summer marked by protests.

Rittenhouse's Trial In Kenosha Shooting Delayed At Least 7 Months

The teen charged in the homicides of two Kenosha protesters won't go to trial until at least Nov. 1, but it could be longer.

Driver Injured In Mount Pleasant Crash Involving Semi, Dump Truck

A 65-year-old truck driver was taken to Froedtert Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police.

Mount Pleasant PD Traffic Stop Uncovers $7K In Marijuana

Three suspects with prior criminal records were taken into custody, according to the Mount Pleasant Police Department.

7 Cats, Guinea Pig Killed In Racine County House Fire

Fortunately, a father and son were able to get out of the burning house safely along with three dogs. ​

School Bus Fire Cancels Classes For Some Racine County Students

Six school buses and a shed were heavily damaged, with an estimated damage amount of $525,000, deputies said.

Racine County Deputies Confiscate About $40K Worth Of Marijuana

“I find it concerning this drug dealer was clearly targeting our children," Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling said.

Racine County Man Charged With 10 Counts Of Child Sexual Assault

According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, the young victim was sexually assaulted by a "family acquaintance."

Mount Pleasant PD: Impaired Woman Crashes Car With 4 Kids Inside

According to the Mount Pleasant Police Department, the woman was cited for operating while intoxicated.

Racine County SO: Impaired Man Asleep At Gas Station Arrested

Anthony J. Plishka, 61, has been charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a felony, Racine County deputies said.

3 Adults Found Dead At Racine County Home Identified

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Meagher and Vinz families," the Racine County Sheriff's Office said.

Racine County Sheriff's Office Receives Grant For Additional K-9

This grant will allow the sheriff's office to begin replacing K-9's near the end of their service due to their age.

Prosecutors Want Bar Ban After Rittenhouse Spotted In Mt Pleasant

Prosecutors say the teen was seen flashing the racist "OK" sign and want him banned from associating with white supremacists.

Mount Pleasant Police Undergo Bias Training​

Police and sheriff’s deputies from several Wisconsin communities underwent police training to address concerns about fairness and impartial

Robberies Increasing Amid Property Exchanges

Robberies are happening amid property exchanges initiated through Facebook Marketplace and other sites.

Straw Firearm Purchase Arrest related to Racine Homicide

“Let it be known that my office recommends prison in every case in which a felon possesses a firearm illegally. "

Racine County To Use Ring Data

The Racine County Sheriff's Office is now partnering with the Neighbors App by Ring.

The Mt Pleasant Police Department Asked For The Public's Help

The Mount Pleasant Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a woman.

Kyle Rittenhouse Posts $2M Bail; Released From Custody

The Illinois tee is accused of fatally shooting Joseph Rosenbaum and Anthony Huber and wounding Gaige Grosskreutz.

Mt Pleasant Police Need Your Help

The Police Department is asking for the public's help to ID a woman they want in connection with a theft.

Report: 5 Investigations Of Wisconsin Officer Who Shot Blake

The records show Sheskey, now 31, joined the Kenosha department in 2013 after working as a campus police officer at the UW-Parkside.

Racine County Offers Details About New Youth Justice Facility

Racine County was awarded $40 million in state funding to construct a modern, trauma-informed secure residential care center.

Mount Pleasant Police Report Uptick in Car, Garage break-ins

Garage door openers are being taken from vehicles, according to police.

Racine County Sheriff Details New Coronavirus Plan

Plans are in the works to release coronavirus cases among those in custody.

Illinois Judge OKs Extradition Of Rittenhouse To Wisconsin

The ruling came several hours after a hearing at the Lake County Courthouse in Waukegan.

Sex Offenders In Mount Pleasant: 2020 Safety Map

Mount Pleasant has 34 registered sex offenders living in the village, according to the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry.

K9 Drive Underway In Racine County, Mount Pleasant

To celebrate National Crime Prevention Month this October, the Racine Neighborhood Watch, Inc. is holding a K-9 Officers Donation Drive​.

Racine Investigators Arrest Man From Deadly Shooting

The investigation is ongoing, and police are looking for anyone within the community with information.

Racine Sheriff Reports Uptick in Car Thefts,Break-Ins

"We are partnering with surrounding agencies to aggressively pursue these investigations," according to a spokesman for the Sheriff's Office

Racine Deadly Wreck Under Investigation

The Racine Fire Department extracted the driver from the vehicle and transported him to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Free Firearm Safety Kits Handed Out To Prevent Crime

The increase in shots fired and weapons violation complaints during the pandemic threatens crime reduction progress, police said.

Notable Changes to PD Budget Discussed in Village Budget Hearing

Capital expenditures planned for 2021 include new Tasers, laptops, and four new squad vehicles.

Officer Thought Jacob Blake Was Trying To Kidnap Child: Lawyer

A family member claims the Kenosha cop's claims that he thought Blake was trying to kidnap his own child are "outright lies."

Kenosha Protesters Sue Facebook Following Deadly Violence

A group of people is suing Facebook for its alleged role in the deadly violence that followed the police shooting of Jacob Blake.