From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office (via Facebook issued about 4:30 p.m.): This afternoon, a single bullet was located in a boys’ bathroom stall at Westosha Central High School. The school’s administrative team and the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer immediately began an investigation. At this time, no other items have been found […]
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Units responding for crash in Trevor
At about 12:52 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units, Kenosha County Dive Team members and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash n the 11500 block of 286th Avenue in Trevor. Per disaptch: Vehicle is off the road and in a road side water channel. UPDATE about 12:54 p.m. — Unit on scene […]
Horses die in crash in Bristol
Six horses that had escaped from their enclosure died from a motor vehicle crash early Monday morning in Bristol. From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office: The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a pickup truck and multiple horses in the roadway on December 22nd, 2025, at approximately 4:14 a.m., near […]
Units responding for crash along Kenosha-Racine county line
At about 10:37 a.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highway 45 and Highway KR along the Kenosha-Racine county line. Per dispatch” Caller reporting as many as three vehicles may be involved. One is in the ditch. UPDATE 10:46 a.m. — Paris unit arriving […]
2025 Town of Randall Fire Department Santa breakfast coverage (PHOTOS)
The Town of Randall Fire Department hosted its annual breakfast with Santa Sunday morning. The event took place at Randall Station No. 2 in Bassett. Featured was an eggs, pancakes and sausage breakfast, a chance to get a close-up look at fire equipment and visits with Santa. The event was free, though donations to the […]
2025 Randall Fire Department Breakfast with Santa is Dec. 14
The Town of Randall Fire Department will host its annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, Dec. 14 at Station No. 2 in Bassett. Come give Santa your Christmas wish list; bring your own camera for photos. Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee and juice prepared by the department’s firefighters and […]
Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue 2025 Santa visit coverage (PHOTOS)
Santa made his annual visit to the Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue Station Saturday morning. Children were able to meet with Santa and share their Christmas wishes. Afterwards they were given a candy cane and could select a plush toy. Refreshments of hot dogs, hot chocolate and cookies also were served. Here are some more […]
2025 Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue Santa visit is Dec. 6
Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue will be hosting Santa at the fire station Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa will be available for photos at the station. Hot dogs, cookies and drinks will be available. Make sure you bring your own camera or phone to take a snapshot of the kids […]
Units responding for fire in Twin Lakes
At about 7:11 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue, Town of Randall Fire Department, Wheatland Vol. Fire Department and Richmond (Ill.,) Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to a fire in the 1200 block of Main Street in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: This is being reported as a possible chimney fire. […]
UPDATE: Investigation of Bassett Road crash underway; man arrested at scene for obstructing deputies and contributing to KSOE drone crash
From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office (Note: westofthei.com does not include names of individuals connected with charges until they have been formally charged — DH): The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious crash that occurred on Friday, November 28th, 2025, at approximately 8:39 PM in the 34500 block of Basset Road. According to […]
Units responding for crash in Camp Lake
At about 8 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a crash at the intersection of 272nd Avenue and 99th Street in Camp Lake. Per dispatch: Crash involves a motorcycle an another vehicle. Injuries being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
UPDATE: House fire in Twin Lakes complicated by gas leak
A fire destroyed a house in Twin Lakes Saturday night and fighting the fire was complicated by a gas leak that developed during the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation. From Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue: On Saturday evening at approximately 9:24 PM, Twin Lakes Fire/Rescue, along with automatic response aid from the Town […]
Sheriff’s office seeks info on man suspected of shooting into Trevor house
The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on a man at large who is suspected of shooting at a house in Trevor. From a KSOE news release: On November 16th, 2025, at approximately 11:43 PM, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office (KESO) responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in the 10400 […]
Units responding for fire in Twin Lakes
At about 4:54 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue, Town of Randall Fire Department and Wheatland Vol. Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police are responding to a report of possible fire in the 200 block of Burden Avenue in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: This is being reported as a possible furnace fire. UPDATE 4:59 […]
Salem Lakes man arrested for internet crimes against children
A Salem Lakes man was arrested this week and awaits formal charges regarding internet crimes against children. From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office (note: westofthei.com does not publish names of defendants until they have been formally charged. The name of the defendant in this press release has been removed): On October 17th, 2024, the Kenosha […]
Units responding for crash in Randall
At about 7:35 p.m., Town of Randall Fire Department, Wheatland Vol. Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 32300 block of Highway CK in Randall. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. UPDATE 1:43 p.m. — Deputy on scene reports utility pole has been […]
Salem Lakes Village Board approves spending for Fire Station No. 4 upgrades
Above is a Google Maps view of the building that was the Silver Lake Rescue Squad station in Silver Lake, which is slated to become Salem Lakes Fire Station No. 4 The Salem Lakes Village Board on Tuesday approved spending $54,327 to upgrade a new home for Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue Station No. 4 in Silver […]
Units responding for crash in Bristol
At about 7:37 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 7900 block of Highway 45 in Bristol. Per dispatch: Single vehicle struck a utility pole. Pole down on road. Injuries being reported. UPDATE about 7:42 a.m. — Bristol chief on scene reports car […]
Twin Lakes Police arrest man on child enticement charges
From the Twin Lakes Police Department (Note: westofthei.com does not use names of defendants until they are formally charged in court — DH): On Monday, Nov. 3, the Twin Lakes Police Department arrested a 25-year-old Rockford, Illinois, man in connection with an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation. The man had been communicating through an […]
Units responding for crash in Wheatland
At about 2:02 p.m., Wheatland Vol. Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 37800 block of Highway 50 in Wheatland. Per dispatch: Vehicle is on its roof. UPDATE 2:07 p.m. — One occupant of the vehicle is […]
Units responding for crash in Trevor
At about 6:41 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a report of a crash in the 27700 block of Highway C in Trevor. Per dispatch: Vehicles have pulled off the road into a parking lot. Deputies on scene. Injuries being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for crash in Paris
At about 11:09 a.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash i at Highway 45 and Highway NN in Paris. Per dispatch: Crash involves two motorcycles. UPDATE about 11:10 a.m. — Bristol Fire and Rescue requested to respond as mutual aid. ShareTweet0 Shares
UPDATE: Man stuck to his shoulders rescued from grain bin in Paris
A man trapped up to his shoulders in a grain silo in Paris this morning was rescued with minor injuries after a multiple fire and rescue department response. From a news release from the Kenosha County Sheriff’s office: On Friday, October 3rd, 2025, at approximately 7:45 A.M., the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office (KESO), along with […]
Wheatland Vol. Fire Department pancake breakfast is Oct. 5
The Wheatland Vol. Fire Department pancake breakfast is Sunday, Oct. 5 from 7-11 a.m. at the firehouse in New Munster. There will be raffles, fire trucks on display and breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, milk and orange juice. All donations go to training and equipment. The Wheatland FD firehouse is located at 34011 Geneva […]
Units responding to crash in Trevor
At about 8:02 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 27400 block of Highway C in Trevor. Per dispatch: Crash involves a car and a motorcycle. Injuries being reported. UPDATE 8:11 p.m. — Salem Lakes command requests response from Flight for Life medical transport […]
Salem Lakes fire chief retirement rescinded; review of candidates to succeed him to continue
The Salem Lakes Fire Commission Wednesday rescinded the retirement of fire Chief Alan Carr at a special commission meeting at Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue Station 1 in Trevor. Carr, who had announced his intention to retire in July, said at the beginning of Wednesday’s meeting that he had had a change of heart due to the […]
Units responding for crash in Wheatland
At about 5:37 p.m., Wheatland Vol. Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to a report of a crash in the 8300 block of 312th Avenue in Wheatland. Per dispatch: Incident involves a person trimming tree hit by a truck. Injuries appear to be cuts and bruises, according […]
Units on scene of crash in Bristol
At about 6:32 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are on the scene of a crash in the 10300 block of 168th Avenue in Bristol. Per dispatch: This was reported as a vehicle that struck a structure, but did not enter the structure. At about 6:30 p.m., the Specialized Response Team was […]
Units responding for alarm in Salem Lakes
At about 6:28 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to an alarm in the 27600 block of Town Road in Salem Lakes. Per dispatch: This is a supervisory alarm. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for gas line strike in Twin Lakes
At about 12:56 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units are responding to a gas line strike in the 3200 block of Lake Shore Way in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: Gas line was struck by a contractor. UPDATE 1:06 p.m. — Unit on scene reports small leak. Utility company responding to scene. UPDATE 1:29 p.m. — […]
