Bus supervisor reinstated after being fired for helping woman
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Transport Service, Inc. (MTS) has reinstated William Bierman -- the bus supervisor who was fired back in October for stepping in to break up a domestic argument on the street.MTS met with Bierman on Monday, January 13th at the request of Milwaukee County.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Transport Service, Inc. (MTS) has reinstated William Bierman -- the bus supervisor who was fired back in October for stepping in to break up a domestic argument on the street.MTS met with Bierman on Monday, January 13th at the request of Milwaukee County.
Debate over whether fired MCTS worker should get job back
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus supervisor who was fired for stepping in to break up a domestic argument on the street is receiving kudos from many, along with criticism from others.William Bierman received a Golden Gloves Citizen's Award from Milwaukee Alderman Bob Donovan on Wednesday, January 8th for actions that got him fired from MCTS.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus supervisor who was fired for stepping in to break up a domestic argument on the street is receiving kudos from many, along with criticism from others.William Bierman received a Golden Gloves Citizen's Award from Milwaukee Alderman Bob Donovan on Wednesday, January 8th for actions that got him fired from MCTS.
Fired MCTS employee honored for helping woman being attacked
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A former Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) employee stood up for a woman in need and lost his job because of it.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A former Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) employee stood up for a woman in need and lost his job because of it.
Some MCTS bus routes will not run Monday due to closure of MPS
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Transit Services spokesperson is reminding folks that some MCTS bus routes will not operate on Monday, January 6th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Transit Services spokesperson is reminding folks that some MCTS bus routes will not operate on Monday, January 6th.
MCTS says Route 31 to be detoured due to road closure
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced Thursday, January 2nd that Route 31 (State – Highland) will detour due to a long term closure of Watertown Plank Road between 92nd Street and Innovation Drive/Swan Boulevard.To help ensure public safety, accessibility and mobility during the project, pedestrians will receive assistance to ride the bus free of charge in the detour area through a partnership between the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Milwaukee County Department of Transportation.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced Thursday, January 2nd that Route 31 (State – Highland) will detour due to a long term closure of Watertown Plank Road between 92nd Street and Innovation Drive/Swan Boulevard.To help ensure public safety, accessibility and mobility during the project, pedestrians will receive assistance to ride the bus free of charge in the detour area through a partnership between the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Milwaukee County Department of Transportation.
Bus riders bundle up as they wait in the bitter cold
BAY VIEW (WITI) -- For thousands of Milwaukee residents who use city transportation, waiting in the cold is not a choice but rather a way of life.
BAY VIEW (WITI) -- For thousands of Milwaukee residents who use city transportation, waiting in the cold is not a choice but rather a way of life.
Big changes coming for County buses over next few months
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some big changes are coming to Milwaukee's County buses over the next few months.Three of them -- and the leaders of the Milwaukee County Transit System hopes they will change your ride for the better.Early next year, bus riders will be able to track buses in real time using a computer or smartphone.Starting around February, you can use a smart card to pay your fare.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some big changes are coming to Milwaukee's County buses over the next few months.Three of them -- and the leaders of the Milwaukee County Transit System hopes they will change your ride for the better.Early next year, bus riders will be able to track buses in real time using a computer or smartphone.Starting around February, you can use a smart card to pay your fare.
MCTS taking transit to next level with improvements
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), operated by Milwaukee Transport Services, Inc. (MTS), is taking transit to the next level with new improvements.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), operated by Milwaukee Transport Services, Inc. (MTS), is taking transit to the next level with new improvements.
Opponents protest new Southridge Mall bus stops
GREENDALE (WITI) -- On Thursday, October 24th, Susan Smith walked in protest of Southridge Mall's new bus stop policy -- from where the proposed stop will be to where riders usually get off the bus."They don't want us here.
GREENDALE (WITI) -- On Thursday, October 24th, Susan Smith walked in protest of Southridge Mall's new bus stop policy -- from where the proposed stop will be to where riders usually get off the bus."They don't want us here.
Milwaukee Co. uses buses to spread word of healthcare.gov
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County leaders hope it's the route you want to take.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County leaders hope it's the route you want to take.
MCTS offering bus rides to Harley-Davidson 110th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Park your bike and ride the bus between Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary events.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Park your bike and ride the bus between Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary events.
Ride the Freeway Flyer or shuttle to the Wisconsin State Fair
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- People heading to enjoy the Wisconsin State Fair know parking can be a bit of an issue.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- People heading to enjoy the Wisconsin State Fair know parking can be a bit of an issue.
Concert goers urged to take bus to Paul McCartney show
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Fans of Paul McCartney who will attend his concert on Tuesday, July 16th can ride the bus to Miller Park to avoid traffic and parking hassles.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Fans of Paul McCartney who will attend his concert on Tuesday, July 16th can ride the bus to Miller Park to avoid traffic and parking hassles.
Car strikes MCTS bus on Cleveland Ave. in West Allis
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- West Allis police on Tuesday, June 25th investigated an accident involving a MCTS bus.It happened in the 10700 block of Cleveland Ave.Officials say the bus driver and two passengers were on the bus when the bus was struck by a car, carrying two.The driver of the car was cited for failure to yield.The bus driver was taken to the hospital as a precaution, but was not complaining of any injuries, according to officials.Those in the bus and car did not need medical attention.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- West Allis police on Tuesday, June 25th investigated an accident involving a MCTS bus.It happened in the 10700 block of Cleveland Ave.Officials say the bus driver and two passengers were on the bus when the bus was struck by a car, carrying two.The driver of the car was cited for failure to yield.The bus driver was taken to the hospital as a precaution, but was not complaining of any injuries, according to officials.Those in the bus and car did not need medical attention.
Milw. Co. Transit System adds 55 new clean diesel buses
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The first of the 55 new clean diesel buses have arrived and will be in service soon.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The first of the 55 new clean diesel buses have arrived and will be in service soon.
Milwaukee man accused of assaulting bus driver
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- 27-year-old Corian Morgan of Milwaukee faces multiple charges for allegedly assaulting a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver.Morgan faces charges of substantial battery and battery to a public transit operator.The criminal complaint against Morgan indicates on Wednesday, May 8th, the driver of a bus on route 19 was near 11th and Lapham.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- 27-year-old Corian Morgan of Milwaukee faces multiple charges for allegedly assaulting a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver.Morgan faces charges of substantial battery and battery to a public transit operator.The criminal complaint against Morgan indicates on Wednesday, May 8th, the driver of a bus on route 19 was near 11th and Lapham.
MCTS says Route 56 to be detoured with Zoo Interchange work
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Wednesday, January 23rd that Route 56 (Greenfield Avenue) will detour due to a long term closure of the Greenfield Avenue Bridge over I-894/US45.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Wednesday, January 23rd that Route 56 (Greenfield Avenue) will detour due to a long term closure of the Greenfield Avenue Bridge over I-894/US45.
Milwaukee Co. Transit System offering free bus rides on New Year's Eve
MILWAUKEE -- For the 25th year MillerCoors is teaming up with the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to offer free bus rides on New Year's Eve.
MILWAUKEE -- For the 25th year MillerCoors is teaming up with the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to offer free bus rides on New Year's Eve.
New Year's Eve one of the worst nights for drunk driving in Wisconsin
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MILWAUKEE -- Along with St.
County bus driver fired, charged after altercation caught on camera
MILWAUKEE -- A fight between a bus driver and a passenger on a Milwaukee County Transit bus was caught on camera, and officials say it was the bus driver who struck first!
MILWAUKEE -- A fight between a bus driver and a passenger on a Milwaukee County Transit bus was caught on camera, and officials say it was the bus driver who struck first!