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.
Photo ID required on April 5th: Effort on streets of Milwaukee to ensure you're prepared
MILWAUKEE -- On April 5th, voters will head to the polls in Wisconsin, and for the first time during a presidential election, voters will be required to show photo ID at the polls.
MILWAUKEE -- On April 5th, voters will head to the polls in Wisconsin, and for the first time during a presidential election, voters will be required to show photo ID at the polls.
Husband of driver present during officer-involved shooting in Brown Deer claims workman's comp issues
MILWAUKEE -- The husband of a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver who was present during an officer-involved shooting that happened on March 14th in Brown Deer says his wife is emotionally traumatized by what happened, and the effort to get her help through workman's compensation is off to a rough start.
MILWAUKEE -- The husband of a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver who was present during an officer-involved shooting that happened on March 14th in Brown Deer says his wife is emotionally traumatized by what happened, and the effort to get her help through workman's compensation is off to a rough start.
"She's destroyed right now:" After officer-involved shooting, MCTS driver may never return to work
BROWN DEER -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is taking time off after a situation involving an "unruly" passenger ended with an officer-involved shooting in Brown Deer on Monday, March 14th.The driver's husband said his wife can't stop thinking about what happened near 60th and Donna.
BROWN DEER -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is taking time off after a situation involving an "unruly" passenger ended with an officer-involved shooting in Brown Deer on Monday, March 14th.The driver's husband said his wife can't stop thinking about what happened near 60th and Donna.
"Plan ahead for a safe ride home:" Miller Lite Free Rides available St. Patrick’s Day
MILWAUKEE -- The Original Lite Beer and Beer Capitol Distributing are once again teaming up with Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to offer Miller Lite Free Rides on St.
MILWAUKEE -- The Original Lite Beer and Beer Capitol Distributing are once again teaming up with Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to offer Miller Lite Free Rides on St.
Man who was on bus prior to officer-involved shooting shares detailed account of what he says happened
BROWN DEER -- FOX6 News is hearing exclusively from a man who says he was on a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus just prior to an officer-involved shooting Monday, March 14th that happened near 60th and Donna in Brown Deer.
BROWN DEER -- FOX6 News is hearing exclusively from a man who says he was on a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus just prior to an officer-involved shooting Monday, March 14th that happened near 60th and Donna in Brown Deer.
Own a piece of history! MCTS offering set of final four weekly paper bus passes for $10
MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is selling a piece of Milwaukee history!
MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is selling a piece of Milwaukee history!
Latest: Officers on administrative leave following shooting incident in Brown Deer
BROWN DEER -- It started with an incident on a Milwaukee County Transit System bus -- and ended with a man shot by Brown Deer police.
BROWN DEER -- It started with an incident on a Milwaukee County Transit System bus -- and ended with a man shot by Brown Deer police.
No more paper bus passes for MCTS; you must have an M•CARD to ride: "An easier way to go"
MILWAUKEE -- Big changes for bus riders in Milwaukee County kicked in on Monday, February 29th.
MILWAUKEE -- Big changes for bus riders in Milwaukee County kicked in on Monday, February 29th.