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Microsoft Planning to Build Fewer Data Centers in Mount Pleasant

Microsoft spokesperson says the updated plans 'in no way reflect a reduction in our ambition'. Click here for the WPR story. 

Economic Outlook From Johnson Financial Experts

Oct. 15, 2026 11a

(WGTD)---Here’s one political prediction that would seem to be a sure bet: If at least one house of Congress turns blue next month, which seems likely, gridlock with the Republican president is expected to be one result.

Kenosha's Police Chief Will be the City's Next Administrator

Oct. 14, 2026 8:30p

(WGTD)---Kenosha Police Chief Patrick Patton has been appointed city administrator to succeed the retiring John Morrissey who also rose from the ranks of the police department to fill the city's top administrative position. 

A Flight that Originated in Kenosha Ends in a Crash in Sauk County

Oct. 14, 2026 11:30; Updated at noon with NTSB comment; Updated on 10-15 with victim information

(WGTD/AP)---The victims of the crash of a plane that had been enroute from Kenosha back to its home base in Menominee were all from northwest Wisconsin.

Kenosha County Battery Proposal Draws Pushback

Proponents say standalone batteries help improve grid reliability, opponents worry about potential safety risks. Click for the WPR story. 

Former Kenosha Co. Deputy DA McNeill to be Part of Jensen Prosecution Team

Oct. 14, 2026 10:30a

(WGTD)---Special prosecutors have been appointed to handle a possible retrial of Mark Jensen, the Pleasant Prairie man who was twice convicted of using antifreeze and sleeping pills to fatally poison his wife in 1998.

Gov. Evers Visits iMET

Oct. 14, 2026 10:15a

(WGTD)---In celebration of Manufacturing Month, Gov. Evers paid a visit Tuesday to Gateway’s SC Johnson iMET Center in Sturtevant, home to various manufacturing and engineering training programs that includes a fabrication lab. 

Basics of Artificial Intelligence Offered at iMET

Oct. 13, 2026 1:30p

(WGTD)---Microsoft is teaming up with Gateway to help residents harness the power of artificial intelligence

A series of four classes will be offered over the next several months at the SC Johnson iMET Center in Sturtevant. The

Pumpkin Farm Arrest; Drug Bust in Allendale; Social Services Hours Set at the Racine Library

Oct. 12, 2026 5p

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Tremper Comes up Two Points Short at the Buzzer in Game Against Indian Trail

It was a close one! Indian Trail defeated Tremper Friday night at Ameche in a game that went down to the wire. Click here for the entire game--or hop to the finish. Congratulations to the Hawks.