Brookfield boy's death result of Lake Geneva man fooling around with gun: Report
A Lake Geneva man charged with reckless homicide in the death of an 8-year-old boy this week was reportedly playing with a handgun. Steven Merkel, 52, was trying to look cool in front of Michael Meagher when he ended up doing something stupid.
Lake Geneva man accused in fatal shooting of 8-year-old boy said he ‘did something stupid:' Court docs
The Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, man accused in the death of an 8-year-old boy revealed he was handling a gun at the time of the shooting to make him "look cool," court documents stated.
52-year-old in custody for shooting, killing ‘young male’ at Lake Geneva home
A 52-year-old Lake Geneva man is in custody for allegedly shooting a 'young male' victim at his residence overnight on January 20,
West suburban Chicago boy shot, killed near Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Steven D. Merkel, 52, of the Lincoln Avenue address, was charged with first-degree reckless homicide in Michael Meagher's death.
Lake Geneva man charged with fatal shooting of 'young male' in Walworth County
A Lake Geneva man was arrested in the fatal shooting of a "young male" in Walworth County early Monday morning, authorities reported. At about 2:25 a.m., Town of Geneva police were sent to W3895 Lincoln Ave. in the town of Geneva on a report of a young male who had been shot, Chief Anthony Miceli said in a statement.
Brookfield 8-year-old shot, killed in Wisconsin
GENEVA, Wisc. — An 8-year-old boy from Brookfield was shot and killed Monday in southern Wisconsin. At around 2:25 a.m. Monday, Town of Geneva, Wisconsin officers were dispatched to the 3800 block of Lincoln Avenue, located in Lake Geneva, on the report of a young male who had been shot.
Town of Geneva man charged in Jan. 20 fatal shooting of 'young male'
A town of Geneva man has been arrested in the early morning fatal shooting of a "young male" on Monday, Jan. 20.
Town of Geneva fatal shooting; boy killed, man charged with homicide
A Lake Geneva man has been charged after the shooting death of a boy in Geneva. Fatal shooting investigation. What we know. The Town of Geneva Police Depart
8-year-old Brookfield boy shot and killed near Lake Geneva
Police said eight-year-old Michael Meagher died after being shot by a handgun at a home on Lincoln Avenue near Lake Geneva. He was a second grader at Brook Park Elementary School in LaGrange Park.
Lake Geneva man arrested 9-year-old stepson's shooting death
Early Monday morning, Town of Geneva police officers were called to Lincoln Drive near Lake Como for a 9-year-old boy who had been shot. First responders treated him at the scene and took him to the hospital.
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Snow sculptors from around the United States arriving in Wisconsin for the 30th annual Winterfest in Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva Winterfest is welcoming back past Winterfest snow sculpting winners and champions in honor of the 30th ...
Lake Geneva man charged with reckless homicide
Steven Merkel Jr., 52, of Lake Geneva, is charged with first-degree reckless homicide. Around 2 a.m. Jan. 20, Town of Geneva ...
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‘Bright, funny boy’: 9-year-old dies in shooting; stepdad arrested, reports say
Authorities said Steven Merkel Jr., 52, was arrested at the scene and charged with first-degree reckless homicide after the ...
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Four Dishes: 240° West's cozy brunch perfect for a special occasion, or just time together
Lakeside dining on the shores of Geneva Lake, what more could you ask for? And on that bitterly cold day the warmth of a ...
8-Year-Old Who Was 'Beloved by All' Is Fatally Shot, and Stepfather Is Suspect
Loved ones remembered Michael as a “bright” and “funny” 9-year-old boy on a GoFundMe campaign created to help his family ...
Man accused of killing Brookfield boy was playing with gun to ‘look cool,’ docs allege
The man charged in the deadly shooting of an 8-year-old Brookfield boy was playing with a handgun at the time to “look cool,” court documents allege. Steven ...
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Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra Gala
Join the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, February 8 for their gala, “Puttin’ on the Glitz!” The event begins at 5:00 with cocktails, silent auction, and live music. An […] ...
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Lake Geneva considers changes to brush drop-off program
Lake Geneva officials are considering making changes to the city’s brush drop-off site because of the number of non-residents ...