MCTS bus driver's actions to help homeless man recognized by Time Magazine and 'Ellen' Show
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is being recognized on a national level for going above and beyond for a homeless man.MCTS says Time Magazine and hit television show "Ellen" are showcasing driver Natalie Barnes for her kindness and remarkable compassion.Back in November, Natalie Barnes was driving on a cold night when Richard, a rider she met before, came up to her at her layover.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is being recognized on a national level for going above and beyond for a homeless man.MCTS says Time Magazine and hit television show "Ellen" are showcasing driver Natalie Barnes for her kindness and remarkable compassion.Back in November, Natalie Barnes was driving on a cold night when Richard, a rider she met before, came up to her at her layover.
MCTS honoring Rosa Parks with open seat, red rose on every bus
MILWAUKEE -- If you're a Milwaukee bus rider, you might be noticing an extra open seat this weekend.In honor of civil rights activist Rosa Parks, the Milwaukee County Transit System is keeping a seat open and placing a red rose on every bus from Friday, Nov. 30 through Sunday, Dec. 2.
MILWAUKEE -- If you're a Milwaukee bus rider, you might be noticing an extra open seat this weekend.In honor of civil rights activist Rosa Parks, the Milwaukee County Transit System is keeping a seat open and placing a red rose on every bus from Friday, Nov. 30 through Sunday, Dec. 2.
Recognize them? Police seek 3 suspects in battery case involving MCTS driver
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police need your help identifying three young suspects accused in a battery case involving a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver.It happened on Monday night, Nov. 19, near 60th and Hampton -- around 10:45 p.m.Police described the suspects as follows:Suspect 1: Male, black, between the ages of 17 and 18, standing 5'5" to 5'6" tall, weighing 120 pounds with a dark skin complexion and a short Afro.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police need your help identifying three young suspects accused in a battery case involving a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver.It happened on Monday night, Nov. 19, near 60th and Hampton -- around 10:45 p.m.Police described the suspects as follows:Suspect 1: Male, black, between the ages of 17 and 18, standing 5'5" to 5'6" tall, weighing 120 pounds with a dark skin complexion and a short Afro.
MCTS congratulates MVP Christian Yelich with special message on all buses
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is recognizing and honoring Brewers star outfielder Christian Yelich on his 2018 Most Valuable Player Award.According to a press release from the Milwaukee County Transit System, the front display screen on all 400+ buses in the MCTS fleet will flash the words "Congrats Yelich."
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is recognizing and honoring Brewers star outfielder Christian Yelich on his 2018 Most Valuable Player Award.According to a press release from the Milwaukee County Transit System, the front display screen on all 400+ buses in the MCTS fleet will flash the words "Congrats Yelich."
MCTS honors 1 of its drivers who helped a homeless man get food, housing
MILWAUKEE -- A bus driver for Milwaukee County Transit System was honored on Wednesday morning, Nov. 14 for helping a homeless man get food and housing.
MILWAUKEE -- A bus driver for Milwaukee County Transit System was honored on Wednesday morning, Nov. 14 for helping a homeless man get food and housing.
MCTS bus with 7 on board struck by vehicle near 46th and Capitol
MILWAUKEE — A Milwaukee County Transit System bus was involved in a crash on the city's northwest side Tuesday night, Nov. 13.
MILWAUKEE — A Milwaukee County Transit System bus was involved in a crash on the city's northwest side Tuesday night, Nov. 13.
'Yelich Line:' MCTS to temporarily rename bus route in honor of (soon-to-be) NL MVP
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System will temporarily rename a bus route after Milwaukee Brewers outfielder and finalist for National League MVP Christian Yelich.Route 22 will be renamed as of Thursday, Nov. 8, and this effort will run through Thursday, Nov. 15.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System will temporarily rename a bus route after Milwaukee Brewers outfielder and finalist for National League MVP Christian Yelich.Route 22 will be renamed as of Thursday, Nov. 8, and this effort will run through Thursday, Nov. 15.
Bus driver hailed for helping a rider who had fallen while crossing street
SHOREWOOD -- A bus driver for Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is hailed for helping a rider in need -- and the entire episode was captured on camera.MCTS officials say a bus rider who had just gotten off the bus at Oakland and Capitol in August fell while crossing the street.
SHOREWOOD -- A bus driver for Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is hailed for helping a rider in need -- and the entire episode was captured on camera.MCTS officials say a bus rider who had just gotten off the bus at Oakland and Capitol in August fell while crossing the street.
Artwork stolen from bus shelter on Milwaukee's south side returned
MILWAUKEE -- Artwork stolen from a bus shelter on Milwaukee's south side has been returned, according to a news release issued by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) on Monday morning, Sept. 24.Officials say someone placed the artwork back on the shelter Saturday, one day after the thief’s image was featured in the news.
MILWAUKEE -- Artwork stolen from a bus shelter on Milwaukee's south side has been returned, according to a news release issued by the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) on Monday morning, Sept. 24.Officials say someone placed the artwork back on the shelter Saturday, one day after the thief’s image was featured in the news.
South Milwaukee unveils newest MCTS bus shelter artwork
SOUTH MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is bringing some artwork to bus shelters.
SOUTH MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is bringing some artwork to bus shelters.
MCTS announces detours during Harley’s 115th anniversary celebration
MILWAUKEE - Some MCTS bus routes will experience temporary detours and delays this Labor Day weekend due to Harley-Davidson’s 115th anniversary celebration.The biggest impact will be on Sunday when Wisconsin Avenue shuts down between Miller Park and the lakefront for the official 115th Anniversary Parade.
MILWAUKEE - Some MCTS bus routes will experience temporary detours and delays this Labor Day weekend due to Harley-Davidson’s 115th anniversary celebration.The biggest impact will be on Sunday when Wisconsin Avenue shuts down between Miller Park and the lakefront for the official 115th Anniversary Parade.
'Thank you, Tiffany:' MCTS leaders share another video showing a bus driver going above and beyond
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials have shared another story of a bus driver going above and beyond to serve her customers.According to MCTS, Tiffany Rowsey was driving a bus along Route 35 near 35th and Greenfield on July 9, when she noticed a woman and her children rushing toward the bus stop, hauling several bags filled with groceries.Rowsey jumped out of her bus, ran down the sidewalk, crossed the street and helped carry some of the bags.MCTS officials said several passing motorists stopped and waved the group across the street as they made their way toward the bus.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials have shared another story of a bus driver going above and beyond to serve her customers.According to MCTS, Tiffany Rowsey was driving a bus along Route 35 near 35th and Greenfield on July 9, when she noticed a woman and her children rushing toward the bus stop, hauling several bags filled with groceries.Rowsey jumped out of her bus, ran down the sidewalk, crossed the street and helped carry some of the bags.MCTS officials said several passing motorists stopped and waved the group across the street as they made their way toward the bus.
MCTS bus driver helps 2-year-old girl found running down busy street
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver Diana Serrano is being recognized for helping a lost and cold 2-year-old girl."The first that I saw her was, I was sitting at the red light," said Serrano.On Saturday, Aug. 4, Serrano was just beginning her route on Milwaukee's south side, when she spotted something frightening."I know someone is not loading their kid in traffic," said Serrano.Security video from the bus shows a little girl alone and in the street, wearing nothing but a T-shirt and underwear.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver Diana Serrano is being recognized for helping a lost and cold 2-year-old girl."The first that I saw her was, I was sitting at the red light," said Serrano.On Saturday, Aug. 4, Serrano was just beginning her route on Milwaukee's south side, when she spotted something frightening."I know someone is not loading their kid in traffic," said Serrano.Security video from the bus shows a little girl alone and in the street, wearing nothing but a T-shirt and underwear.
'More than just a bus driver:' MCTS drivers undergo sensitivity training before hitting the roads
MILWAUKEE -- We often hear stories about Milwaukee bus drivers being courageous and courteous when their riders come under duress.
MILWAUKEE -- We often hear stories about Milwaukee bus drivers being courageous and courteous when their riders come under duress.
MCTS is 'giving artists a space' by allowing local works to be featured at bus shelters
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee intersection is getting a facelift.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee intersection is getting a facelift.
'Failed to apply the brake:' Investigation into May accident involving MCTS bus complete
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials announced Friday, July 27 that the investigation into a May 15 bus accident at 12th and Wisconsin has wrapped up.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials announced Friday, July 27 that the investigation into a May 15 bus accident at 12th and Wisconsin has wrapped up.
'I just can't say enough:' MCTS bus driver helps blind man when construction changes his route
MILWAUKEE -- Navigating road construction is difficult enough -- now image doing it with your eyes closed.
MILWAUKEE -- Navigating road construction is difficult enough -- now image doing it with your eyes closed.