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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
MCTS announces changes to bus service; fall schedule begins Aug. 24
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Tuesday, Aug. 5 changes to their bus service. These changes start on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Milwaukee County bus driver beaten; police search for suspect
Police are still looking to arrest the person they say attacked a 72-year-old bus driver last week in Milwaukee.
MCTS fatal bus crash; trial date set for driver
A jury trial for former Milwaukee County bus driver Montrell Pharm is scheduled for January 2026.
MCTS union members reject contract offer, strike remains possible
Milwaukee County Transit System union members voted overwhelmingly to reject the latest contract offer on Friday.
MCTS bus drivers, mechanics to vote on contract offer
Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers and mechanics approved a strike. Negotiations continued, and they will vote on a contract offer Friday.
Milwaukee crash involving bus; 8 injured
Eight people were injured in a crash involving a Milwaukee County bus on Monday, July 14.
MCTS bus service reduction planned due to budget deficit
Milwaukee County Transit System will reduce its services starting on Aug. 24 through the rest of the year.
MCTS service improvement plan recommendations to be presented
The Milwaukee County Transit System will present its recommended plan for "MOVE 2025," an effort to improve key transit services across the county.
MCTS launches bus mechanic, operator apprenticeship programs
The Milwaukee County Transit System on Tuesday launched Wisconsin's first registered apprenticeship programs for bus mechanics and operators.
MCTS bus assaults; man previously convicted accused again
A 25-year-old man convicted for assaults on Milwaukee County Transit System buses has been charged again.
Summer Transit Teen Advocate Program; MCTS opens applications
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is calling on teens across the county to help shape the future of public transit.