A fatal crash at 60th Street and 19th Avenue has left the Kenosha community shaken.

A 38-year-old woman, Daliborka Klasan, was killed, and the motorcycle's 41-year-old driver was critically injured.

The car's driver, Archie Heath Sr., 66, has been charged with homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle.

Prosecutors allege Heath ran a stop sign with a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit.

He reportedly has a prior OWI conviction and was warned not to drive after drinking for hours.

In the tragic moments after the collision, a heroic local woman, who is CPR certified, rushed to the scene barefoot.

She performed chest compressions on Klasan until emergency services took over.

The incident is a heartbreaking reminder of the devastating consequences of drunk driving.

A contentious fight over a proposed industrial battery facility is unfolding in Kenosha County.

The Kenosha County Board of Supervisors recently passed a temporary moratorium on new battery energy storage systems, responding to widespread community backlash.

The action, urged by County Executive Samantha Kerkman, was sparked by a proposal from Robin Energy Storage for a site in the Town of Wheatland.

Residents have voiced strong fears over the project’s proximity to homes and a school, citing risks of water contamination, massive fires, and toxic gas releases.

Despite the moratorium, Robin Energy Storage may not be deterred.

The company is reportedly considering an appeal directly to the state’s Public Service Commission.

Such a move could potentially override local authority, leaving Wheatland residents feeling their safety concerns are being ignored as the battle for local control continues.

Kenosha Unified School District is again facing tough budget decisions as the board prepares for a high-stakes operational referendum this November.

If voters reject the measure, the district must address a projected shortfall of $10.6 to $17.5 million for 2026–27.

This deficit stems from declining enrollment, minimal revenue growth, and rising expenses.

KUSD already closed several schools in recent years, yet the financial gap continues to grow.

Wisconsin’s funding formula locks districts into dated revenue limits, leaving KUSD with less state support per student than many nearby districts and even some voucher programs.

This system puts the burden on Kenosha taxpayers rather than increasing state funding with rising property values.

The November referendum’s outcome is critical, with real consequences for classrooms and taxpayers alike.

KUSD urges the community to stay informed, engage, and make a thoughtful decision at the polls.