Mandy Genord crowned Miss Wisconsin '24; Kenosha area women semi-finalists
OSHKOSH — Mandi Genord, 22, of Beaver Dam, was crowned Miss Wisconsin 2024 Saturday night among a field of 30 contestants including Kenosha area semifinalists.
Kenosha police: Arrest tied to probe of fatal shooting early Friday
Kenosha police have arrested a person identified as a suspect in connection with a local fatal shooting early Friday
New event venue The Rowan to open soon in Downtown Kenosha
A journey that began with an eager bride wanting to plan her own wedding has culminated in a new Downtown Kenosha business, with Markita Brewster getting ready to open event venue The Rowan, 5721 Sixth Ave., this summer.
Summerfest 2024: Still time to catch the Big Gig
Did you miss the first weekend of Summerfest?
YOUR WEEK: Kenosha highlights (June 23-29, 2024)
This week starts with Typewriter Day and ends with the madness that is International Mud Day and mud ... oh, my!. In between, we head to free outdoor concerts and enjoy a bonfire on Simmons Island Beach:
Bike rental service approved for two Kenosha County parks
Two Kenosha County parks will soon allow visitors to rent traditional and electric-powered bikes — a transportation alternative with the potential to expand to include the area’s colleges and other sites in Kenosha and Pleasant Prairie.
Dog Days of Summer event at Kenosha County farm draws crowd
SOMERS — Hundreds of area residents and the furry friends turned out for Jerry Smith Farm’s Dog Days of Summer on Saturday.
Katie Weis joins Community State Bank as human resources director
Community State Bank has announced lifelong Kenosha County resident Katie Weis will be joining the bank as human resources director.
Kingfish return to Simmons Field Friday and Saturday after splitting four-game set in Kalamazoo, falling to third place
The Kenosha Kingfish earned a four-game split with the Kalamazoo Growlers in Michigan Thursday night.
Former Green Bay Packer shares recovery story at Hope Council lunch
SOMERS — Former Green Bay Packers running back Alex Green shared a story of perseverance in overcoming his struggles with alcohol and substance misuse during a presentation this week in Kenosha.
Kenosha police: Man, 24, found dead in apartment after apparent shooting
A 24 year old man was found dead in a Kenosha apartment before dawn Friday.
Former Kenosha chaplain, substitute teacher sentenced for sex crimes against child
A 67-year-old Kenosha man convicted of sex crimes against a child was sentenced to decades in prison on Friday morning.
2024 Best of Kenosha
2024 Liz's Book Club: 187-plus titles added
Read any good books lately?
Kenosha's city, county leaders mark Juneteenth at ceremony Downtown
Locally elected officials, community organizers and residents observed Juneteenth in Downtown Kenosha on Wednesday afternoon.
2024 MISS WISCONSIN: Two local women tie for top honors in preliminary contest
The 2024 Miss Wisconsin competition is underway in Oshkosh and two local contestants are already doing well.
Shagbark Park to get 35-acre natural makeover, restoration kicked off Wednesday
Shagbark Recreational Area is going to look very different in coming years.
'Top Chef: Wisconsin' crowns winner of season 21
The challenge for the finale was for the three finalists to make the best four-course meal of their lives.
Family of man fatally shot in Kenosha holds vigil, no suspect in custody
Family and friends of Kenneth “Kenny” Davidson, 32, who was killed last week in Kenosha, remembered him this week while the investigation into his death continues.
Keno Nite Market is June 22
KENOSHA — The Keno Nite Market is 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 22, on the Sesquicentennial Band Shell in Pennoyer Park, on Seventh Avenue at 35th Street along Kenosha’s lakefront.
Dog Days of Summer at Jerry Smith Farm
SOMERS — The Jerry Smith Farm is hosting Dog Days of Summer from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at the farm,7150 18th St. in Somers.
"Between the Lines" on stage at Bradford High School before heading to Thespian Festival
The main character in the Broadway musical “Between the Lines” finds comfort in her favorite fairy tales.
On stage: "The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza"
KENOSHA — On stage, Lilly Johnson and Kendall Youra are duking it out over — of all things — Greek mythology.
HarborMarket 'pops up' at Petrifying Springs Park Biergarten
SOMERS — The Petrifying Springs Biergarten is open for another season, with an expanded menu, live music and other events.
Busy outdoor music season in Kenosha area
It’s another busy week for outdoor music, with area concert series continuing:
Hot Takes: What We Love This Week (June 20-27, 2024)
Here’s a sampling of things we love this week:
Kingfish: Kenosha strikes out a record 20 times in split with Kalamazoo Growlers
The Kingfish are still in the conversation of top teams in their division, but Wednesday’s first game of a doubleheader against the Kalamazoo Growlers is certainly a game the hometown boys would like to forget.
Kenosha County Board fails to override county executive's veto on firing policy
Kenosha County supervisors failed on Tuesday to override the county executive’s veto of a policy resolution passed by the County Board that removed her ability to fire division heads at will.
Trump visits Racine, touts record on immigration, economy
Buoyed by cheers from a crowd of over 1,000 people, former President Donald Trump held a campaign event in Racine on Tuesday where he emphasized the importance of Wisconsin in this year’s presidential election.
Leadership Kenosha seeks program participants and project proposals
Leadership Kenosha is accepting applications for its 2024-25 program.
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