Good morning, Racine.

Racine seniors from nine high schools will attend the 72nd annual Racine Founders Rotary Post Prom on May 17 at the Racine County Fairgrounds, arriving in a student motorcade that begins around 6 p.m. and enjoying a 60-by-180 foot red carpet along with live broadcasts for family viewing—VIP tickets for in-person access are available.

Allison Murphy, owner of Clover Pup Salon, returned last month from the Korean Kennel Club grooming competition in South Korea with two second-place wins that showcased her creative grooming style—she is preparing to compete in the United Kingdom this October.

A jury found Daniel Suarez—accused of shooting Racine Police Department officers—guilty of attempted first degree intentional homicide.

Racine County Health Division helps new moms with free nurse home visits and advice through the Hello Baby and Healthy Families programs.

The visits check baby and mom health and connect families with local services—ensuring early support for any problems—without income limits.

The Wisconsin State Assembly passed bipartisan health care bills that let pharmacists prescribe birth control & exempt direct primary care from insurance laws, with an 87-10 vote on the birth control measure.

The Assembly also approved a bill that requires written consent for pelvic exams on unconscious patients, and the legislation will now head to Gov. Evers’ desk.

Property assessments for 2025 increased by 12% for residential properties and 7% for commercial spaces in Racine—officials said this change reflects rising market demand based on recent arm’s-length sales.

Homeowners will learn their final tax bills in December and are urged to contact the Assessor’s Office early if they wish to appeal their assessments.