Louise Julie Harbert, 90, of Kenosha, died Oct. 6, 2026. A teacher for Kenosha Unified School District for many years, she also taught overseas. Memorial gathering Oct. 20 at Kenosha Funeral Services.

Racine Unified budgeted $1.13 million for rising fuel in 2026-27, a 34% increase over actual spending in 2025-26 as fuel costs pressure transportation.

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William Burling, 78, of Kenosha, died Oct. 5, 2026. He was a defense and computer systems engineer for Bell Laboratories. Service details at Racine County Eye.

Carlo Robert Ricciardi, 95, of Kenosha, died Oct. 5, 2026. He graduated from UW-Madison and retired as District Manager for the Social Security Administration. Service details at.

Peter O'Connor, 66, of Kenosha, died Oct. 4, 2026. He was born in Columbus, Ohio, to Peter J. and Edith M. O'Connor. Service details at.

Lawrence Kexel Jr., 80, of Kenosha, died Oct. 7, 2026. U.S. Army veteran and AMC/Chrysler quality control engineer. Service details at Racine County Eye.

Susan Webb, 75, of Kenosha, died Oct. 6, 2026. She worked 17 years as a crossing guard at Grewenow Elementary. Service details at.

Savings help balance the proposed 2027 city budget, but officials warn the pace cannot last. Here’s what would remain and how residents can weigh in.

After a funding-shortfall warning and grant-supported deliveries, Racine County proposes more local support for the existing Meals on Wheels program. Here’s what the budget shows—and what remains ...

Union Grove Union High School will hold a Phase 1 ribbon cutting Oct. 24 from 3–5 p.m., with the ceremony at 3 p.m., plus tours, a trick-or-treat route and food trucks.

Prepare your Racine household for winter with practical tips for heating bills, holiday spending, home maintenance, transportation and groceries.