Last MCTS buses to pull out of downtown transit center this weekend
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses will pull out of the Downtown Transit Center (DTC) for the final time this weekend.The Transit Center property was sold by Milwaukee County to developer Rick Barrett who is redeveloping the land into the Couture project.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) buses will pull out of the Downtown Transit Center (DTC) for the final time this weekend.The Transit Center property was sold by Milwaukee County to developer Rick Barrett who is redeveloping the land into the Couture project.
MCTS: Changes coming for several bus routes through downtown Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- The sale and demolition of the Downtown Transit Center means changes for several MCTS routes that run through downtown Milwaukee.The new routes will allow riders improved access to the Milwaukee Intermodal Station (Route 12) and a direct route to grocery stores, restaurants, and the Lakefront for people living on the west side (Route 33).
MILWAUKEE -- The sale and demolition of the Downtown Transit Center means changes for several MCTS routes that run through downtown Milwaukee.The new routes will allow riders improved access to the Milwaukee Intermodal Station (Route 12) and a direct route to grocery stores, restaurants, and the Lakefront for people living on the west side (Route 33).
MCTS officials: Stay cool on a county bus when the heat is on
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System want to remind riders they will always have a cool place to go when the heat is on -- any MCTS bus.Officials say all buses have air conditioning that keep passengers at a comfortable 72 degrees.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System want to remind riders they will always have a cool place to go when the heat is on -- any MCTS bus.Officials say all buses have air conditioning that keep passengers at a comfortable 72 degrees.
"I'm not me anymore:" Bus driver, witness to officer-involved shooting says it left her traumatized
BROWN DEER -- For the first time, we are hearing from the bus driver who had a front-row seat to an officer-involved shooting.
BROWN DEER -- For the first time, we are hearing from the bus driver who had a front-row seat to an officer-involved shooting.
"Terrible:" Increased patrols after rocks thrown at officers during large disturbance at Sherman Park
MILWAUKEE -- There was chaos in Sherman Park near 39th and Burleigh Wednesday night, June 29th -- and officers and deputies in riot gear were called out to disperse a group of teenagers/young adults breaking windows and throwing rocks at officers.Thankfully, no one was hurt.
MILWAUKEE -- There was chaos in Sherman Park near 39th and Burleigh Wednesday night, June 29th -- and officers and deputies in riot gear were called out to disperse a group of teenagers/young adults breaking windows and throwing rocks at officers.Thankfully, no one was hurt.
"They're checking in:" Milwaukee County Park and Ride lots add extra security during Summerfest
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) provided at least 32,000 rides to Summerfest on Wednesday, June 29th.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) provided at least 32,000 rides to Summerfest on Wednesday, June 29th.
Keep your vehicle clean: During Summerfest, Park and Ride lots become targets for thieves
MILWAUKEE -- No one likes to walk up to their vehicle and see that the window has been busted out and personal belongings have been stolen -- but it has happened in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- No one likes to walk up to their vehicle and see that the window has been busted out and personal belongings have been stolen -- but it has happened in Milwaukee.
How will you get to/from Summerfest? There are several options, and you should plan ahead
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2016 begins on Wednesday, June 29th.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2016 begins on Wednesday, June 29th.
Local routes, Summerfest Shuttles, Freeway Flyers: MCTS can get you to the Big Gig
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System are reminding you that you don't have to take your vehicle to Summerfest.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System are reminding you that you don't have to take your vehicle to Summerfest.
MCTS driver hailed for helping 15-year-old girl get away from harassing man
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver is being recognized for helping a 15-year-old girl escape from a man who was harassing and following her.MCTS officials say Sharon Chambers was about to pull away from a bus stop at Sherman and Silver Spring on Monday morning, June 13th when she noticed a girl waving in her direction."I thought she was just running to catch the bus, but as she walked in front of the bus I noticed she was crying," Chambers was quoted in a news release. "I told her to get on the bus and let her know no one was going to mess with her on my bus."Chambers drove away from the area in case the man was still following the girl.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver is being recognized for helping a 15-year-old girl escape from a man who was harassing and following her.MCTS officials say Sharon Chambers was about to pull away from a bus stop at Sherman and Silver Spring on Monday morning, June 13th when she noticed a girl waving in her direction."I thought she was just running to catch the bus, but as she walked in front of the bus I noticed she was crying," Chambers was quoted in a news release. "I told her to get on the bus and let her know no one was going to mess with her on my bus."Chambers drove away from the area in case the man was still following the girl.
"Quicker, easier and cheaper:" MCTS, Summerfest team up to offer a new way to get to the Big Gig
MILWAUKEE -- Cash may be king, but the all-new MCTS Pre>Fare is a rock star at getting you to Summerfest!
MILWAUKEE -- Cash may be king, but the all-new MCTS Pre>Fare is a rock star at getting you to Summerfest!
"He had his hands around her neck:" MCTS bus driver pulls over to help woman in danger
MILWAUKEE -- For the second time this week, we're learning of a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver stepping up to help someone in need.
MILWAUKEE -- For the second time this week, we're learning of a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver stepping up to help someone in need.
"Above and beyond:" Bus driver impresses, taking time to help woman in wheelchair
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver is getting kudos for her recent actions -- from people who saw it happen and beyond."This lady, badge number 138, can't say it enough, above and beyond community service," said John Bischoff.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver is getting kudos for her recent actions -- from people who saw it happen and beyond."This lady, badge number 138, can't say it enough, above and beyond community service," said John Bischoff.
Amid projected $7.1 million revenue shortfall, MCTS officials grilled by county supervisors
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials were grilled by Milwaukee County supervisors Thursday, May 19th.This, as MCTS is facing a projected $7.1 million shortage in revenue for the year.That is based on data from the first three months of the year.MCTS hoped to bring in $37.6 million for 2016."The transit system is still getting people to work, getting people to school, making sure this is an economic engine for Milwaukee County, and right now, how we're setting this up -- we're failing," Michael Mayo Sr.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials were grilled by Milwaukee County supervisors Thursday, May 19th.This, as MCTS is facing a projected $7.1 million shortage in revenue for the year.That is based on data from the first three months of the year.MCTS hoped to bring in $37.6 million for 2016."The transit system is still getting people to work, getting people to school, making sure this is an economic engine for Milwaukee County, and right now, how we're setting this up -- we're failing," Michael Mayo Sr.
$35K reward offered in shooting of Za'layia Jenkins: "To those who took her life, we will catch you"
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee Police Department hope that two rewards -- one offered by Attorney Michael Hupy and one offered by the FBI will lead to an arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the shooting of Za'layia Jenkins.The nine-year-old girl, who would have turned 10 years old on Tuesday, May 17th was "legally pronounced dead/brain dead" at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 16th, according to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office."MPD was notified by the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office that the hospital had notified them that Za'layia was in a condition of brain death -- essentially, she had expired," MPD Captain Aaron Raap said Tuesday.Za'layia's cousin told FOX6 News she remains on life support.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee Police Department hope that two rewards -- one offered by Attorney Michael Hupy and one offered by the FBI will lead to an arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the shooting of Za'layia Jenkins.The nine-year-old girl, who would have turned 10 years old on Tuesday, May 17th was "legally pronounced dead/brain dead" at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 16th, according to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office."MPD was notified by the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office that the hospital had notified them that Za'layia was in a condition of brain death -- essentially, she had expired," MPD Captain Aaron Raap said Tuesday.Za'layia's cousin told FOX6 News she remains on life support.
Vote now: You can help choose the new voice of MCTS
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System is asking riders and the public to help choose the next voice of MCTS!The new voice will make announcements on-board MCTS buses, including stop announcements and important rider messages.From now until noon on Monday, May 9th you can vote for one of three professional voice-over artists vying to be the next voice of MCTS.Watch the video below to listen to the three finalists and then click here to vote for your favorite voice.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System is asking riders and the public to help choose the next voice of MCTS!The new voice will make announcements on-board MCTS buses, including stop announcements and important rider messages.From now until noon on Monday, May 9th you can vote for one of three professional voice-over artists vying to be the next voice of MCTS.Watch the video below to listen to the three finalists and then click here to vote for your favorite voice.
Caught on camera: Police need help in search for teen who allegedly punched elderly man
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police need help identifying and locating a teenager who allegedly punched an elderly man, who then fell and struck his head on concrete.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police need help identifying and locating a teenager who allegedly punched an elderly man, who then fell and struck his head on concrete.
"It actually eases congestion:" Residents learn more about proposed MCTS "Rapid Transit" lines
MILWAUKEE -- There is a plan that Milwaukee County Transit System officials say would cut bus commute times in half and ease congestion.
MILWAUKEE -- There is a plan that Milwaukee County Transit System officials say would cut bus commute times in half and ease congestion.
Public meetings set: MCTS officials want feedback on proposed "Rapid Transit" lines
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County and MCTS will hold two public meetings this week to get input on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Feasibility Study.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County and MCTS will hold two public meetings this week to get input on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Feasibility Study.
Get to Miller Park with ease: “Brewers Line” begins service on Opening Day
MILWAUKEE -- Beginning on Opening Day, and for every home game this season, the MCTS Brewers Line is the easiest way to get to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers.Catch the Brewers Line (Route 90 - Miller Park) along Wisconsin Avenue and travel directly to the MCTS transit area at Miller Park starting with the season home opener on April 4th.
MILWAUKEE -- Beginning on Opening Day, and for every home game this season, the MCTS Brewers Line is the easiest way to get to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers.Catch the Brewers Line (Route 90 - Miller Park) along Wisconsin Avenue and travel directly to the MCTS transit area at Miller Park starting with the season home opener on April 4th.