Mitchell International sees few delays despite winter weather
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The significant snowfall on Sunday, December 22nd not only affected travel on the ground, but in the air.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The significant snowfall on Sunday, December 22nd not only affected travel on the ground, but in the air.
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.
Owners seek dog lost during massive pileup on I-94 in Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned a dog was ejected from a vehicle during Sunday's massive pileup incident on I-94 at Highway 20 in Racine -- and the dog's owners are now seeking the dog's whereabouts.FOX6 News spoke with the husband of the owner of the dog, whose contact information is listed on a "lost dog" poster being distributed.
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned a dog was ejected from a vehicle during Sunday's massive pileup incident on I-94 at Highway 20 in Racine -- and the dog's owners are now seeking the dog's whereabouts.FOX6 News spoke with the husband of the owner of the dog, whose contact information is listed on a "lost dog" poster being distributed.
Kathleen Vinehout involved in crash Sunday on I-94 near Racine
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned one of those involved in weather-related traffic incidents on Sunday, December 8th is Kathleen Vinehout.The following message was posted on Kathleen Vinehout's Facebook page on Sunday:" Thank you to everyone who has been asking about Kathleen.
RACINE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned one of those involved in weather-related traffic incidents on Sunday, December 8th is Kathleen Vinehout.The following message was posted on Kathleen Vinehout's Facebook page on Sunday:" Thank you to everyone who has been asking about Kathleen.
Lane closures this week on I-94 near Miller Park
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is announcing a series of lane closures on I-94 near Miller Park in Milwaukee County later this week.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is announcing a series of lane closures on I-94 near Miller Park in Milwaukee County later this week.
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.
Weather causes concern over flights at Mitchell International
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Millions of Americans are hitting the road, taking a train or boarding a plane to celebrate Thanksgiving -- and some are running into detours due to the weather.A strong storm struck much of the eastern United States on Wednesday, November 27th, complicating holiday travel plans for many of the 43 million Americans who filled the nation's highways, airports, and train and bus stations.By the afternoon, delays were reported at several airports in the Northeast.At Mitchell International Airport Wednesday, one flight was cancelled to Philadelphia -- and many travelers were keeping their eyes on the departure boards, and keeping their fingers crossed.FOX6 News on Wednesday ran into Brian Radday, a UW-Madison student excited to fly home to New York for Thanksgiving."I haven't been home since summer," Radday said.Radday on Wednesday feared his flight to New York's LaGuardia Airport may be in jeopardy."I tried to move my flight to yesterday but I had a midterm.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Millions of Americans are hitting the road, taking a train or boarding a plane to celebrate Thanksgiving -- and some are running into detours due to the weather.A strong storm struck much of the eastern United States on Wednesday, November 27th, complicating holiday travel plans for many of the 43 million Americans who filled the nation's highways, airports, and train and bus stations.By the afternoon, delays were reported at several airports in the Northeast.At Mitchell International Airport Wednesday, one flight was cancelled to Philadelphia -- and many travelers were keeping their eyes on the departure boards, and keeping their fingers crossed.FOX6 News on Wednesday ran into Brian Radday, a UW-Madison student excited to fly home to New York for Thanksgiving."I haven't been home since summer," Radday said.Radday on Wednesday feared his flight to New York's LaGuardia Airport may be in jeopardy."I tried to move my flight to yesterday but I had a midterm.
Passengers deal with delays at Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The weather meant a slower commute for some and caused others to wait hours at Mitchell International Airport to get on with their travel plans.“Our flight was leaving at 10; we gave ourselves a couple hours to get here, but ended up in the car for 4 hours.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The weather meant a slower commute for some and caused others to wait hours at Mitchell International Airport to get on with their travel plans.“Our flight was leaving at 10; we gave ourselves a couple hours to get here, but ended up in the car for 4 hours.
60 charging stations installed at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Crews at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport are installing 60 new, free-to-use charging stations.The charging stations are located in between gate-area seating.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Crews at Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport are installing 60 new, free-to-use charging stations.The charging stations are located in between gate-area seating.
Ramp closure forces drivers to detour at I-794
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's not the sight people want to see driving to work Monday morning.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's not the sight people want to see driving to work Monday morning.
Ryan Luck discusses construction that will impact your commute
A major closure at the I-794 -Hoan Bridge Project and an overnight lane and ramp closure at the Zoo Interchange are coming.
A major closure at the I-794 -Hoan Bridge Project and an overnight lane and ramp closure at the Zoo Interchange are coming.
All EB/WB lanes on I-94 near WIS 16 reopen following crash
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- All westbound and eastbound lanes on I-94 near WIS 16 were closed Thursday morning, November 7th following a serious crash.According to Waukesha County officials, a pickup truck ran into the back of a semi that was pulling into traffic around 5:30 a.m. The crash caused the pickup truck to catch on fire.When a Sheriff's Deputy arrived on the scene, they were able to put out the fire and rescue the 31-year-old female driver of the pickup truck.The woman was transported to the hospital by Flight for Life with serious injuries.The semi driver was not hurt.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- All westbound and eastbound lanes on I-94 near WIS 16 were closed Thursday morning, November 7th following a serious crash.According to Waukesha County officials, a pickup truck ran into the back of a semi that was pulling into traffic around 5:30 a.m. The crash caused the pickup truck to catch on fire.When a Sheriff's Deputy arrived on the scene, they were able to put out the fire and rescue the 31-year-old female driver of the pickup truck.The woman was transported to the hospital by Flight for Life with serious injuries.The semi driver was not hurt.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Travelers at Mitchell International respond to LAX shooting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As news of the deadly LAX shooting spread late Friday morning, November 1st, people at Milwaukee's General Mitchell International were learning about the situation.One woman at the Milwaukee airport felt extra concern knowing her husband was at Los Angeles International around the time of the shooting.It was panic, just panic," said Emily Exten. "I knew that he had a connecting flight from San Fran to LAX and he should have landed by the time I heard the news."Reports of the shooting at Terminal 3 worried Exten that she hadn't heard from her husband.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As news of the deadly LAX shooting spread late Friday morning, November 1st, people at Milwaukee's General Mitchell International were learning about the situation.One woman at the Milwaukee airport felt extra concern knowing her husband was at Los Angeles International around the time of the shooting.It was panic, just panic," said Emily Exten. "I knew that he had a connecting flight from San Fran to LAX and he should have landed by the time I heard the news."Reports of the shooting at Terminal 3 worried Exten that she hadn't heard from her husband.
FAA announces change in personal electronics usage
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Airplane travelers will soon be able to watch videos and play games with their electronic devices throughout their entire flight -- and not just above a certain altitude -- the Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday, October 31st in a long anticipated announcement.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Airplane travelers will soon be able to watch videos and play games with their electronic devices throughout their entire flight -- and not just above a certain altitude -- the Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday, October 31st in a long anticipated announcement.
Waukesha company wins contract to fix Leo Frigo Bridge
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Zenith Tech, Inc.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Zenith Tech, Inc.
Upcoming construction to affect Zoo Interchange, Hank Aaron Trail
Mark Klipstein with the WisDOT joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about upcoming construction to the I-94, the Zoo Interchange and the Hank Aaron Trail.
Mark Klipstein with the WisDOT joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about upcoming construction to the I-94, the Zoo Interchange and the Hank Aaron Trail.
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.
TSA Pre✓™expanding to include Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The wait at the airport is now a lot shorter for some passengers.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The wait at the airport is now a lot shorter for some passengers.