Catch up on Racine County's top 5 stories this week, from crime and Social Security to tourism and political fact-checks.

Paul Anderson, 70, U.S. Air Force veteran and electronics enthusiast, passed away June 25, 2025. He leaves a legacy of learning and service.

Helen Suda, 82, a devoted educator and advocate for students with disabilities, died on June 21, 2025. She leaves a legacy of service and faith.

Donald Anderson, 79, passed away June 20, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and Twin Disc retiree, he was active in church and Kiwanis.

No one was injured in a weekend porch fire investigators say was caused by the careless use of smoking materials and caused $20k in damages.

Terrence Feest, 65, of Racine, passed away June 20, 2025. Known for his voice, kindness, and love of outdoors, he leaves a legacy of generosity.

Johanna Vandeville, 81, of Racine, passed away June 22, 2025. She loved fishing, painting, crocheting, and spending time with her cherished family.

Racine County Eye covers police and fire events in southeastern Wisconsin. We also take a solutions-based approach to our coverage, which includes investigative journalism.

Since ChatGPT broke the internet last fall, everyone had something to say about AI, but none as much as teachers. In the first month since its arrival, educators bemoaned the end of writing ...

The City of Racine has committed to a $46 million investment using ARPA funds in its most underserved neighborhood: the Lincoln-King area.

Wisconsin has long had a voter ID requirement on its books — one of the strictest in the nation, and it could become part of the state constitution.

RUGN will host a free organic gardening workshop May 3 in Racine, with tips on composting, pest control and growing your own food.