Dec. 15, 2025 2:40p
(WGTD)---A race for sheriff in Racine County is shaping up.
The incumbent, Christopher Schmaling, reportedly will be retiring at the end of next year. He’s been sheriff since 2011.
A captain in the department, Cary Madrigal, tells WGTD she plans to run. Madrigal has been with the sheriff’s office for the past 25 years.
Current Racine alderman and former police officer Henry Perez has also thrown his hat into the ring.
The primary election will be held in August followed by the general election in November.
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