Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.
Good morning, Racine.
An SUV crashed into a vacant house in Racine, igniting a fire and causing significant damage, with the driver hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries.
The Racine County Sheriff's Office, bolstered by its dedicated Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, has arrested 13 individuals in 2024 for child pornography, underlining an increase attributed to digital media's accessibility and enhanced investigative efforts.
A Racine man was sentenced to 17 years for attempted homicide after a shooting incident last September, apologizing to the victim during his sentencing.
The Racine Unified School District Board is set to review construction manager contracts for renovations at two schools and discuss renaming Red Apple School to honor astronaut and alumna Laurel Clark.
Chester Todd, a 75-year resident of Racine and Green Party member, is campaigning for the U.S. House to represent Wisconsin's First Congressional District, focusing on reparations, reducing military spending, and enhancing social programs.
Kelly Clark, a nurse practitioner and community advocate from Racine County, is running as an independent for the 33rd District Assembly seat, focusing on accessible healthcare and constituent engagement.
Angelina Cruz is running unopposed for Wisconsin Assembly District 62, focusing on equitable education, reducing classroom overcrowding, and opposing voucher programs.
Megan Lach is running against incumbent Sen. Julian Bradley in the race for Wisconsin Senate District 28, focusing on economic and social issues important to local communities.
Megan Brieske, a nurse with a family history of breast cancer, utilized genetic counseling and early detection at Ascension Wisconsin’s Cancer Prevention and Wellness Program to successfully treat a small tumor.
Boo at the Zoo Halloween Celebration
Experience a day of Halloween fun at Racine Zoo with outdoor trick-or-treating, crafts, and animal encounters.
Dining and Socializing at Mars Cheese Castle
Experience a lively gathering aimed at meeting new friends while enjoying food, music, and various activities in a welcoming environment.
Life Drawing Workshop at RAM's Wustum Museum
Experience a four-week life drawing course focusing on the human form with nude models, enhancing your drawing skills in composition, light, and proportion.
Open Mic Night at Divino Gelato
Experience a fun and creative space where all performers are welcome to showcase their musical talents and artistic expressions every Friday evening.
Ceramic Tree Art Workshop
Learn handbuilding techniques to create unique ceramic trees for home décor or gifts in this hands-on workshop.
Pure Soul Presents: A Tribute to Motown and Soul
Experience the electrifying atmosphere of 60s Motown and 70s Soul music performed by a world-class collective of musicians at the Racine Memorial Hall.
Turkey Trot Prediction Run
Experience a unique prediction run where participants can win a turkey by accurately guessing their finishing time, all while supporting a local charity.
SEWERFest: Reptile and Exotic Animal Show
Experience a diverse showcase of reptiles and exotic animals at SEWERFest, an annual event that has evolved from a small show to an exciting festival over the years.
Racine County Veterans Day Weekend Celebration
Celebrate service and sacrifice through a weekend of events honoring veterans, including ceremonies, a 5k run, and an expo for veteran resources.
Taste of Enamels Workshop at RAM
Experience hands-on enameling skills and techniques with a focus on beginners at this all-day workshop led by artist Leslie Perrino.
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