Racine Local News – Friday, April 17th, 2026

Daily Racine

Friday, April 17th, 2026

Good morning, Racine. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

➤ NWS confirmed one tornado touched down in Racine County Tuesday night + local authorities expect more storms later today. The Journal Times

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Racine County homeowners may see higher energy bills after We Energies filed a proposal for a 9.2% rate hike that could add over $23 to monthly bills by 2028. Local programs through RKCAA and WHEAP will help low-income households lower costs through efficiency upgrades. Racine County Eye

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduced her For the Fans Act on Tuesday to stop streaming blackouts + lower high subscription fees that force Wisconsin fans to pay over $1,500 annually to watch local games. Racine County Eye
➤ The Racine licensing committee recommended that council deny a beer and wine license to Meet N Greetz Entertainment (on 6th Street) after incomplete criminal history disclosure, though its dance hall license was approved; owner Latricia Crockrom will attend Monday’s meeting for a final vote. Racine County Eye

RACINE EVENTS

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RACINE REAL ESTATE

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RACINE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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