New MCTS programs tackle fare evasion, safety
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, Jan. 16 details about two new pilot programs to lessen fare evasion and improve safety for bus riders and operators.
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, Jan. 16 details about two new pilot programs to lessen fare evasion and improve safety for bus riders and operators.
New Milwaukee County bus programs tackle fare evasion, safety concerns
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, Jan. 16 details about two new pilot programs to lessen fare evasion and improve safety for bus riders and operators.
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, Jan. 16 details about two new pilot programs to lessen fare evasion and improve safety for bus riders and operators.
Drunk bus driver hit, killed Greenfield pedestrian: complaint
A since-fired Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is accused of driving drunk when he hit and killed a pedestrian last year.
A since-fired Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is accused of driving drunk when he hit and killed a pedestrian last year.
MCTS bus hits parked vehicles, leaves roadway near medical center
A Milwaukee County Transit System bus hit two parked vehicles, a spokesperson said, and left the roadway on Wednesday morning.
A Milwaukee County Transit System bus hit two parked vehicles, a spokesperson said, and left the roadway on Wednesday morning.
Milwaukee County Transit System: Transit Plus riders join WisGo in 2026
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is modernizing fare payment for Transit Plus paratransit riders.
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is modernizing fare payment for Transit Plus paratransit riders.
MCTS bus fare increases take effect; here's what to know
The new year means new, increased Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) fares for bus riders. The system is responding to budget shortfalls.
The new year means new, increased Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) fares for bus riders. The system is responding to budget shortfalls.
Milwaukee New Year's Eve Free Rides; MCTS, Molson Coors team up
Alison Hanrahan from Molson Coors joined FOX6 WakeUp News to talk about the Miller Lite New Year’s Eve Free Rides on MCTS buses.
Alison Hanrahan from Molson Coors joined FOX6 WakeUp News to talk about the Miller Lite New Year’s Eve Free Rides on MCTS buses.
MCTS 2026 service plan approved, will roll out in 2 phases
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will roll out a two-phase service plan in 2026, in an effort to maximize transit and paratransit services in Milwaukee County.
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will roll out a two-phase service plan in 2026, in an effort to maximize transit and paratransit services in Milwaukee County.
Milwaukee New Year's Eve Free Rides; MCTS, Molson Coors team up
Molson Coors and the Milwaukee County Transit System are once again partnering to help Milwaukee ring in 2026 safely through the Miller Lite New Year’s Eve Free Rides.
Molson Coors and the Milwaukee County Transit System are once again partnering to help Milwaukee ring in 2026 safely through the Miller Lite New Year’s Eve Free Rides.
MCTS, The Hop fare evasion 'rampant;' FTA demands reports
The FTA is requesting reports from Milwaukee city and county transit officials as part of a push to address fare evasion and public safety concerns.
The FTA is requesting reports from Milwaukee city and county transit officials as part of a push to address fare evasion and public safety concerns.
2026 MCTS bus fare increases; here's what riders should expect
The Milwaukee County Transit System on Friday announced increases to fixed route fares starting next year. Here's what riders should expect.
The Milwaukee County Transit System on Friday announced increases to fixed route fares starting next year. Here's what riders should expect.
MCTS bus security officers, committee approves $600K+ proposal
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors wants to spend more than $600,000 on uniformed security officers to address fare evasion on MCTS buses.
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors wants to spend more than $600,000 on uniformed security officers to address fare evasion on MCTS buses.
MCTS bus fare evasion, supervisors want $600K for security officers
Two Milwaukee County supervisors said they have a new plan to tackle fare evasion on MCTS buses, adding security officers on certain routes.
Two Milwaukee County supervisors said they have a new plan to tackle fare evasion on MCTS buses, adding security officers on certain routes.
No Free Rides Act; Wisconsin leader proposes bill to enforce bus fares
A Wisconsin congressman wants to make sure people pay their bus fares – and he’s crediting a FOX6 investigation for sparking the effort.
A Wisconsin congressman wants to make sure people pay their bus fares – and he’s crediting a FOX6 investigation for sparking the effort.
MCTS mounting deficit; bus routes could be cut, fares increased
It could soon be the final stop for six Milwaukee County bus routes. Dozens more could also be impacted because of a mounting deficit.
It could soon be the final stop for six Milwaukee County bus routes. Dozens more could also be impacted because of a mounting deficit.
New MCTS contract, union president discusses deal
The Milwaukee County Transit System and the bus drivers' union finalized a new contract on Friday after months of negotiations.
The Milwaukee County Transit System and the bus drivers' union finalized a new contract on Friday after months of negotiations.
Milwaukee County Transit System, union agree to new 3-year contract
The Milwaukee County Transit System and the bus drivers' union on Friday announced they've reached a new three-year contract.
The Milwaukee County Transit System and the bus drivers' union on Friday announced they've reached a new three-year contract.
MCTS bus riders skipping fares, congressman calls for federal oversight
A Wisconsin congressman is calling for federal oversight of the Milwaukee County Transit System, after a FOX6 investigation found 8 million riders a year are boarding for free.
A Wisconsin congressman is calling for federal oversight of the Milwaukee County Transit System, after a FOX6 investigation found 8 million riders a year are boarding for free.
MCTS bus riders skip paying fares; transit system's plan to reduce problem
A new plan to reduce fare evasion on Milwaukee County buses is on the books. But the new CEO of the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) said he will not compromise bus driver safety.
A new plan to reduce fare evasion on Milwaukee County buses is on the books. But the new CEO of the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) said he will not compromise bus driver safety.
MCTS bus riders skip paying fares 8 million times a year
More than 8 million riders per year are boarding Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses without paying the required fare, according to a FOX6 Investigators analysis of MCTS data.
More than 8 million riders per year are boarding Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses without paying the required fare, according to a FOX6 Investigators analysis of MCTS data.

















