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KTEC Ready to Open This Fall in a New Building

Aug. 8, 2026 12:30p

(WGTD)---The conversion of the former Pick 'n' Save grocery store in Kenosha's Uptown into a school is complete.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony at KTEC Schools of Innovation is scheduled for Thursday. 

The independent charter school bought the building for $5 million last year. The 4K-12...

Pritchard Park Place Apartments Open for Touring and Leasing

Aug. 7, 2026 9:30p 

(WGTD)---A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this week to mark the completion of the first apartments in a 266-unit complex on the grounds of the old Regency Mall. 

"It's a great investment in the city," Racine Mayor Cory Mason said of the Hull Group's $120 million project that...

Candidate Profiles: Dems in the 11th State Senate District

Aug. 7, 2026 5:30p

(WGTD)---The retirement of Republican Steven Nass in the state senate district that covers parts of Kenosha, Racine, Walworth and Rock counties has drawn a crowd of candidates.

Ahead of Tuesday's primary, we’ve been profiling the three Republicans and now the two Democrats that are...

Strong Demand for Mental Health First Aid Training in Kenosha

Aug. 6, 2026 8p

(WGTD)---A first aid class for mental health in Kenosha proved to be so popular that its organizers added a second session. Now that cohort is at capacity.

They say the strong response underscores the need for mental health education.

Funded by the Wisconsin Department of Health...

"Dinner at the Bar" Launches in Racine

Aug. 6, 2026 6:30p

(WGTD)---Former Racine Mayor John Dickert has combined his love for food with his strong desire to see the restaurants in downtown Racine remain healthy.

He and his wife Teresa have launched a restaurant review show they’re calling “Dinner at the Bar.” 

Appearing recently on “The...

Candidate Profiles: GOP Primary in the 11th Senate District

Aug. 6, 2026 6p 

(WGTD)---A spirited race is underway for the Republican nomination in State Senate District 11, which covers parts of Kenosha, Racine, Walworth and Rock counties.

The candidates in next Tuesday’s primary are former State Representative Ellen Schutt, Walworth County veteran Nick Polce...

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