When is the Geminid Meteor Shower 2012?

The most reliable meteor shower of the year, the Geminids, is on its way. Here are some tips for viewing the celestial show.

Teen's Death Ruled Accident, Possibly Choking Game

The death of a local teenager has been ruled an accident. His mother believes he was playing the choking game and went too far.

Employee Bonuses Tabled Until After Fire Contract Meeting

Caledonia village employees could see a one-time payment in lieu of a raise.

Accused Date Rapist Met Woman Online

Suspect tells Oak Creek police officers he had sex with the victim after breakfast but it was consensual.

Man Late For Court Now in Jail

A Milwaukee man is accused of driving with marijuana in his car while on his way to court.

The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in the Racine area

Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

Caledonia Christmas Lights Need Your Votes

Three Caledonia residents have uploaded pictures of their Christmas lights for Patch's Deck the House contest. We'd love to see more—especially since there's $100,000 on the line for the Racine Unified School District.

Caledonia Native Decorated for Service to Veterans

Jeffrey Unger received the Meritorious Service Medal from the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs. An Air Force veteran, he now works to help other vets.

Community Education on Sikh Religion Continues

A representative of the Sikh Coalition is in Oak Creek this week to educate people about the Sikh religion, and a program is planned in Racine as well.

Cops Win Hide and Seek With Suspect

Police say they found the man is accused of trying to hide from officers while they're looking to take him into custody for a parole and probation violation.

Belligerent Woman Tased at Hospital

Accused of driving over a roundabout median while drunk, police say the woman kicked an officer and got physical with hospital staff.

For Sale: All Yours For Just Under $1 Million

Looking for a home in the woods or a Cape Cod on Lake Michigan? Here's what we've found.

Week In Review: Walmarts Plans For Caledonia, And 4 Mile Road Update

You've been busy, we've been busy. Here are our top read stories from last week.

Sex Offender Fails To Register, Caledonia Police Say

Man faces a felony after he failed to register as a sex offender, say Caledonia Police.

Share Your Elf on the Shelf Hiding Spots: What Has that Elf Been Up To?

Our Patch Elf on the Shelf has gotten ahold of our computer and now wants to know what his buddy elves are up to. Share your photos here!

Who Should Be Caledonia Patch Person of the Year?

Caledonia has great people, involved in important local causes. Today is your last day to tell us who you think deserves the honor of being Person of the Year.

Sold! Property Sales Between Nov. 26 through Nov. 30

Racine County Property Transfers for Mount Pleasant, Sturtevant, Caledonia, and Wind Point.

Man Panics After Crashing His Truck, But For A Good Reason

Police say the suspect, 52, said he panicked after the crash because he's on supervised parole for homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle and the truck smelled of alcohol.

Defendents In TCF Armed Robbery In Court Thursday

Two men accused of robbing TCF Bank last week were in court, but they've chosen to waive their preliminary hearing.

Tom Weatherston Gets Spot On Veteran Committee For Assembly

62nd Assembly Rep.-Elect Tom Weatherston (R-Caledonia) will put his experience as a Vietnam War vet to work for state committee.

DOT Pitching 8 Highway 38 Route Alternatives

While officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation presented their rationale for ditching 26 alternative routes for Highway 38. One village trustee wonders why the road just can't be fixed.

Old Navy Returning to Southridge; Buca Di Beppo, Chico's Others Coming as Well

Southridge officially announced new tenants Buca di Beppo, Chico's, LOFT, Longhorn Steakhouse, and Old Navy at today's renovation completion ceremony.

North Shore Animal Hospital Gets New Owner

Lori Jensen loved her job at North Shore Animal Hospital so much that she bought the place.

Groups Eye Redistricting Reforms

Democrats received more votes statewide in the November elections, but Republicans won more seats. What does that say about redistricting?

Honoring Coach Steve Case: Family And Friends Set Up Scholarship Fund

Steve Case inspired many of his students to never quit and live a better life. Now, his friends and family are setting up a scholarship in his name.

How Much Do Teachers Make in Your District?

High and low teacher salaries vary widely by district and throughout the state. Check out our searchable database pulling together high, low, average salaries and fringe benefits for teachers from all districts in the state.

What Is Walmart Asking For?

Now that Walmart has officially asked to rezone the 22-acre parcel of property on North Green Bay and Four Mile Road, here's what they'd like to see.

Wasn't 4 Mile Road Supposed To Be Open By Now?

Wasn't 4 Mile Road supposed to be open by now? Well... sort of...

Walmart Makes Formal Requests For Planned Caledonia Superstore

Walmart has presented plans to build a superstore in Caledonia, which hundreds of residents oppose. The land eyed for the store—at 4 Mile and Green Bay roads—would need to be rezoned.

Vote For Your Favorite Christmas Decor, Help Earn Money For Schools

We're holding a contest for the best dressed homes in Caledonia and the winner will receive some cold hard cash for themselves and $100,000 for Racine Unified Schools. So, vote early and vote often.

Couple Keeps St. Nicholas Day Tradition Alive

Mindy and Patrick Flynn started making St. Nicholas bags with a special emblem on the front to help raise awareness of a years-long tradition in Patrick's family.

Man Accused of Stealing Wreaths, Then Trying to Sell Them Door-to-Door

A Racine man is accused of stealing wreaths from Mount Pleasant homes then going to homes in Caledonia to sell them, claiming the wreaths came from the Boy Scouts.

Warm Weather Dooms Accused Drunk Driver

A man is caught allegedly driving drunk through Caledonia when a police officer hears tires squeal after he has his window down due to the warm weather.

National Weather Service Says Severe Storms Possible Tonight

Things could get ugly tonight in southern Wisconsin and the National Weather Service says storms are a brewing, and they aren't ruling out a potential tornado.

Miles Of Smiles: Jefferson Student Collects Toothbrushes For Homeless

Maren DeSonia collects toothbrushes for the homeless and gets a lesson in community giving for her community service project.

Veterans Can Qualify For Fast Track CDL Licenses

If you are a veteran and you have a military license to operate commercial vehicles, you can get a CDL license.

Walmart Asks Village To Enter Into Pre-Development Agreement

Walmart wants to enter into a pre-development agreement with the Village so that they can move forward with presenting planning documents to the village.

Week In Review: Walmart, A Little Nudity, Coal And An Armed Robbery

You've been busy this week. And so have we. Here are our top most read stories in Caledonia this week.

United Way Tutoring Program Expands To More Schools

Business leaders, teachers, community leaders band together to help kids learn to read.

Heidi Klum, Patch to Aid Hurricane Sandy Victims on Sunday

The supermodel mom will help distribute supplies in partnership with the American Red Cross and Patch.