"It's all about the view:" Several inches of snow, tall piles make it difficult for drivers to see

"It's all about the view:" Several inches of snow, tall piles make it difficult for drivers to see

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A foot of snow was registered at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport this past weekend, and even though most of that snow has been cleared from roadways, it's still making things difficult for drivers.Sheila Harris has a Hummer because the height helps her to see when she's driving.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A foot of snow was registered at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport this past weekend, and even though most of that snow has been cleared from roadways, it's still making things difficult for drivers.Sheila Harris has a Hummer because the height helps her to see when she's driving.

Delta flight headed to Atlanta forced to return to Mitchell Airport after experiencing mechanical issue

Delta flight headed to Atlanta forced to return to Mitchell Airport after experiencing mechanical issue

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Delta flight had to return to General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday afternoon, February 3rd after experiencing a mechanical issue during takeoff, a Delta Air Lines spokeswoman tells FOX6 News.Delta Flight 1052 was headed to Atlanta from Milwaukee.The mechanical issue involved one of the aircraft's two engines.The Delta Airlines spokeswoman says the flight crew followed procedures and returned the Boeing MD-88 aircraft to Milwaukee.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Delta flight had to return to General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday afternoon, February 3rd after experiencing a mechanical issue during takeoff, a Delta Air Lines spokeswoman tells FOX6 News.Delta Flight 1052 was headed to Atlanta from Milwaukee.The mechanical issue involved one of the aircraft's two engines.The Delta Airlines spokeswoman says the flight crew followed procedures and returned the Boeing MD-88 aircraft to Milwaukee.

Terry Slaybaugh named new airport director for Mitchell International Airport

Terry Slaybaugh named new airport director for Mitchell International Airport

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has announced Terry Slaybaugh as the new airport director for Mitchell International Airport (MKE).

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has announced Terry Slaybaugh as the new airport director for Mitchell International Airport (MKE).

What went wrong? KC-135 from 128th Air Refueling Wing forced to make emergency landing

What went wrong? KC-135 from 128th Air Refueling Wing forced to make emergency landing

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A KC-135 aircraft from the 128th Air Refueling Wing made an emergency landing at General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday evening, January 27th after experiencing a possible mechanical issue.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A KC-135 aircraft from the 128th Air Refueling Wing made an emergency landing at General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday evening, January 27th after experiencing a possible mechanical issue.

Aircraft makes emergency landing at Mitchell Airport after experiencing possible mechanical issue

Aircraft makes emergency landing at Mitchell Airport after experiencing possible mechanical issue

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A KC-135 aircraft from the 128th Air Refueling Wing made an emergency landing at General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday evening, January 27th after experiencing a possible mechanical issue.The plane landed safely shortly before 9:00 p.m., and taxied back to the 128th Air Refueling Wing without a problem.It is unclear how many people were on board the plane.No one was injured.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A KC-135 aircraft from the 128th Air Refueling Wing made an emergency landing at General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday evening, January 27th after experiencing a possible mechanical issue.The plane landed safely shortly before 9:00 p.m., and taxied back to the 128th Air Refueling Wing without a problem.It is unclear how many people were on board the plane.No one was injured.

FBI pursuing leads after bomb threats made targeting two jets bound for Atlanta, one from MKE

FBI pursuing leads after bomb threats made targeting two jets bound for Atlanta, one from MKE

ATLANTA (AP) — An FBI agent says law officers are continuing to pursue a suspect after someone made bomb threats targeting two jets bound for Atlanta, prompting F-16 fighter jets to escort the planes.Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Stephen Emmett told The Associated Press on Sunday, January 25th the agency is continuing to pursue leads in an effort to locate the individual responsible for the threats.No bombs were found in searches of both planes after they landed safely in Atlanta on Saturday.Airport officials say the threats targeted Southwest Airlines Flight 2492, which arrived at Atlanta from Milwaukee, and Delta Air Lines Flight 1156, which arrived from Portland, Oregon.Preston Schlachter, a spokesman for the North American Aerospace Defense Command, said the threats were posted on the social media network Twitter.Related stories:

ATLANTA (AP) — An FBI agent says law officers are continuing to pursue a suspect after someone made bomb threats targeting two jets bound for Atlanta, prompting F-16 fighter jets to escort the planes.Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Stephen Emmett told The Associated Press on Sunday, January 25th the agency is continuing to pursue leads in an effort to locate the individual responsible for the threats.No bombs were found in searches of both planes after they landed safely in Atlanta on Saturday.Airport officials say the threats targeted Southwest Airlines Flight 2492, which arrived at Atlanta from Milwaukee, and Delta Air Lines Flight 1156, which arrived from Portland, Oregon.Preston Schlachter, a spokesman for the North American Aerospace Defense Command, said the threats were posted on the social media network Twitter.Related stories:

Bomb threat sends fighter jets to escort plane headed from Milwaukee to Atlanta

Bomb threat sends fighter jets to escort plane headed from Milwaukee to Atlanta

ATLANTA (AP/WITI) — A plane from Milwaukee is escorted by F-16 fighter jets to Atlanta after officials say they received credible bomb threats.

ATLANTA (AP/WITI) — A plane from Milwaukee is escorted by F-16 fighter jets to Atlanta after officials say they received credible bomb threats.

TSA uncovers lipstick knife in carry-on bag at Mitchell International Airport

TSA uncovers lipstick knife in carry-on bag at Mitchell International Airport

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) reported on Instagram on Tuesday, January 20th that a lipstick knife was discovered in a carry-on bag at Mitchell International Airport.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) reported on Instagram on Tuesday, January 20th that a lipstick knife was discovered in a carry-on bag at Mitchell International Airport.

"Smoke in lavatory:" Commuter jet lands safely moments after leaving Mitchell Intl. Airport

"Smoke in lavatory:" Commuter jet lands safely moments after leaving Mitchell Intl. Airport

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A US Airways commuter jet bound for Charlotte, North Carolina landed safely at Mitchell International Airport Tuesday afternoon, January 20th shortly after taking off from the Milwaukee airport.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A US Airways commuter jet bound for Charlotte, North Carolina landed safely at Mitchell International Airport Tuesday afternoon, January 20th shortly after taking off from the Milwaukee airport.

Report: Opponents of streetcar project to force delay on Common Council vote

Report: Opponents of streetcar project to force delay on Common Council vote

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Business Journal reports opponents of the proposed streetcar project in downtown Milwaukee plan to "force a delay" on a decision during a meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, January 21st.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Business Journal reports opponents of the proposed streetcar project in downtown Milwaukee plan to "force a delay" on a decision during a meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, January 21st.

Flight headed to Phoenix from Milwaukee had to return to Mitchell International Airport

Flight headed to Phoenix from Milwaukee had to return to Mitchell International Airport

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A plane that took off from General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday, January 13th for Phoenix had to return to the airport after taking flight.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A plane that took off from General Mitchell International Airport Tuesday, January 13th for Phoenix had to return to the airport after taking flight.

Waiting at the airport on Christmas morning is tough, but it paid off, as families were reunited

Waiting at the airport on Christmas morning is tough, but it paid off, as families were reunited

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The airport isn't likely where most people want to be on Christmas morning, but sometimes, things don't go as planned.At Mitchell International Airport on Christmas morning, FOX6 News found sisters, waiting for one more."She had to come later than the rest of us," one of the sisters said.Tammara and Tim Coates was waiting for their three daughters.A mother and her two young children were waiting for a BIG surprise.The trip to Mitchell International Airport was supposed to be an in-and-out job for these families, but a text message delivered some bad news."We were constantly texting to make sure we were on time.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The airport isn't likely where most people want to be on Christmas morning, but sometimes, things don't go as planned.At Mitchell International Airport on Christmas morning, FOX6 News found sisters, waiting for one more."She had to come later than the rest of us," one of the sisters said.Tammara and Tim Coates was waiting for their three daughters.A mother and her two young children were waiting for a BIG surprise.The trip to Mitchell International Airport was supposed to be an in-and-out job for these families, but a text message delivered some bad news."We were constantly texting to make sure we were on time.