Flights from Boston land in Milwaukee Monday night
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some flights from Boston landed in Milwaukee Monday night, April 15th -- following the devastating bombings during the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon.Among the passengers was former state Assembly Speaker John Gard -- who ran the marathon Monday.FOX6's Mike Lowe was at Mitchell International Airport speaking with travelers returning home Monday night.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Some flights from Boston landed in Milwaukee Monday night, April 15th -- following the devastating bombings during the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon.Among the passengers was former state Assembly Speaker John Gard -- who ran the marathon Monday.FOX6's Mike Lowe was at Mitchell International Airport speaking with travelers returning home Monday night.
Public gets peek at plans for Hoan Bridge rehabilitation
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The public got a look at several plans to rehabilitate Milwaukee's Hoan Bridge on Wednesday evening, April 10th.This meeting was held at the Milwaukee Public Market, on the north end of the Hoan Bridge.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The public got a look at several plans to rehabilitate Milwaukee's Hoan Bridge on Wednesday evening, April 10th.This meeting was held at the Milwaukee Public Market, on the north end of the Hoan Bridge.
Man allegedly armed with butcher knife arrested at airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 61-year-old Milwaukee man faces charges after alleged threatening employees with a butcher knife at Mitchell International Airport on Sunday, April 7th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 61-year-old Milwaukee man faces charges after alleged threatening employees with a butcher knife at Mitchell International Airport on Sunday, April 7th.
United Airlines plans to resume 787 service in May
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- United Airlines plans to resume flying the 787 Dreamliner in May, the carrier told CNN in anticipation of regulatory approval of Boeing's remedy for battery problems that forced the jetliner's worldwide grounding.United, the only U.S. airline that flies the 787, said it was in the process of formulating its plans to resume Dreamliner service.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- United Airlines plans to resume flying the 787 Dreamliner in May, the carrier told CNN in anticipation of regulatory approval of Boeing's remedy for battery problems that forced the jetliner's worldwide grounding.United, the only U.S. airline that flies the 787, said it was in the process of formulating its plans to resume Dreamliner service.
FFA to delay closures of 149 air traffic control towers
(CNN) -- The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday it will delay the closures of 149 federal-contract air traffic control towers until June 15.Last month, the FAA announced it would eliminate funding for these regional airport towers to help it meet $637 million in forced spending cuts.The tower closures had been scheduled to begin April 7, phased in over four weeks.
(CNN) -- The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday it will delay the closures of 149 federal-contract air traffic control towers until June 15.Last month, the FAA announced it would eliminate funding for these regional airport towers to help it meet $637 million in forced spending cuts.The tower closures had been scheduled to begin April 7, phased in over four weeks.
Ryan Luck provides an I-94 construction update
Ryan Luck joins FOX6 WakeUp to provide an I-94 construction update.
Ryan Luck joins FOX6 WakeUp to provide an I-94 construction update.
Woman describes helping deputy rescue choking baby on I-94
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Sheriff's deputy was hailed a hero last week for saving the life of a baby who was choking as her mother drove down I-94.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Sheriff's deputy was hailed a hero last week for saving the life of a baby who was choking as her mother drove down I-94.
Ryan Luck provides an I-94 construction update
Construction continues along I-94 -- but how will that impact travel on opening day?
Construction continues along I-94 -- but how will that impact travel on opening day?
Delta flight makes emergency landing at Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Delta flight 771 to Atlanta made an emergency landing at Mitchell International Airport Thursday morning, March 28th.Spokeswoman Pat Rowe told FOX6 News that an "indicator" went off in the plane, prompting the pilot to turn around and make an emergency landing.According to officials, the plane landed safely.No further information has been released -- including details surrounding the "indicator" that went off or if any injuries were sustained.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Delta flight 771 to Atlanta made an emergency landing at Mitchell International Airport Thursday morning, March 28th.Spokeswoman Pat Rowe told FOX6 News that an "indicator" went off in the plane, prompting the pilot to turn around and make an emergency landing.According to officials, the plane landed safely.No further information has been released -- including details surrounding the "indicator" that went off or if any injuries were sustained.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Delta changes concourses at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- If you fly Delta Airlines, you'll notice some big changes starting Wednesday, March 27th at Mitchell International Airport.Delta's fleet is moving concourses, from Concourse E to Concourse D.Concourse E is the smallest concourse at Mitchell, and now, Delta is vacating its former spot by taking over the vacated gates of Midwest and Frontier airlines at Concourse D.The airport says it'll provide a much bigger, more convenient space for travelers.Last year, the carrier expanded services to other cities, making it the second largest airline at Mitchell behind Southwest.“Right now, we're running about 30 flights a day.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- If you fly Delta Airlines, you'll notice some big changes starting Wednesday, March 27th at Mitchell International Airport.Delta's fleet is moving concourses, from Concourse E to Concourse D.Concourse E is the smallest concourse at Mitchell, and now, Delta is vacating its former spot by taking over the vacated gates of Midwest and Frontier airlines at Concourse D.The airport says it'll provide a much bigger, more convenient space for travelers.Last year, the carrier expanded services to other cities, making it the second largest airline at Mitchell behind Southwest.“Right now, we're running about 30 flights a day.
Dates announced for Wisconsin airport tower closures
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Federal Aviation Administration has told 149 regional airports across the country it would begin closing their air traffic control towers in April, but said it would spare another 40 towers that had been on the chopping block.The agency said the cuts are necessary to help meet $637 million in forced spending cuts.Several airports in Wisconsin are affected by the cuts.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Federal Aviation Administration has told 149 regional airports across the country it would begin closing their air traffic control towers in April, but said it would spare another 40 towers that had been on the chopping block.The agency said the cuts are necessary to help meet $637 million in forced spending cuts.Several airports in Wisconsin are affected by the cuts.
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Ryan Luck provides I-94 construction update
Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to provide an I-94 construction update.
Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to provide an I-94 construction update.
County Board supervisors protesting likely closure of airport towers
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Board supervisors protested the likely night closing of the airport tower at Mitchell International Airport and the complete closing of the tower at Timmerman Airport, saying that the closings would create safety and noise issues.The closings are likely to take place on April 7th, as a result of Congress’ failure to avoid across-the-board “sequestration” budget cuts.In a letter from the Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee to the delegation, the supervisors said: “We are aware that the Federal funding cuts may affect the night shift at General Mitchell International Airport (GMIA) control tower and fully cut staff at the Timmerman Airport control tower.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Board supervisors protested the likely night closing of the airport tower at Mitchell International Airport and the complete closing of the tower at Timmerman Airport, saying that the closings would create safety and noise issues.The closings are likely to take place on April 7th, as a result of Congress’ failure to avoid across-the-board “sequestration” budget cuts.In a letter from the Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee to the delegation, the supervisors said: “We are aware that the Federal funding cuts may affect the night shift at General Mitchell International Airport (GMIA) control tower and fully cut staff at the Timmerman Airport control tower.
Business Journal Report (3-21-13)
In business news for Thursday, March 21st, 2013 -- Mitchell International Airport has dropped its concourse closure plan.
In business news for Thursday, March 21st, 2013 -- Mitchell International Airport has dropped its concourse closure plan.
Eight WI airports could lose control towers due to sequestration
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The sequester is about to have another casualty, at airports across the nation.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The sequester is about to have another casualty, at airports across the nation.
DOT hosting public meeting to discuss possible changes to I-94
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) officials will be hosting a public information meeting Wednesday night, March 13th to discuss possible changes to I-94 on the city's south side.The WisDOT is looking at possible changes to I-94 which include eliminating or changing on and off ramps at 35th Street and 27th Street, adding lanes to I-94, and other options.The public meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Ascension Lutheran Church (lower level) on 1236 S.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) officials will be hosting a public information meeting Wednesday night, March 13th to discuss possible changes to I-94 on the city's south side.The WisDOT is looking at possible changes to I-94 which include eliminating or changing on and off ramps at 35th Street and 27th Street, adding lanes to I-94, and other options.The public meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Ascension Lutheran Church (lower level) on 1236 S.
FAA approves proposal for fixing Dreamliner battery woes
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday approved a proposed remedy for problems that triggered battery fires and led to the grounding of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner.The agency said it had signed off on a plan by the world's biggest aircraft manufacturer to redesign the wide body's lithium-ion battery system."The certification plan is the first step in the process to evaluate the 787's return to flight and requires Boeing to conduct extensive testing and analysis to demonstrate compliance with the applicable safety regulations and special conditions," the FAA said in a statement.Boeing's newest and most advanced commercial jetliner was ground in January by regulators worldwide after two battery-related fires damaged 787s in Boston and in Japan.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday approved a proposed remedy for problems that triggered battery fires and led to the grounding of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner.The agency said it had signed off on a plan by the world's biggest aircraft manufacturer to redesign the wide body's lithium-ion battery system."The certification plan is the first step in the process to evaluate the 787's return to flight and requires Boeing to conduct extensive testing and analysis to demonstrate compliance with the applicable safety regulations and special conditions," the FAA said in a statement.Boeing's newest and most advanced commercial jetliner was ground in January by regulators worldwide after two battery-related fires damaged 787s in Boston and in Japan.
New Drive Sober app offered by Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation
MADISON (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is offering a new app to help drivers determine whether they have had too much to drink before they get behind the wheel.
MADISON (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is offering a new app to help drivers determine whether they have had too much to drink before they get behind the wheel.
Drivers see backups along I-94 as construction begins
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Work has begun and will continue until mid-May for the addition of an auxiliary lane of traffic between 25th and 37th street.The work will link the auxiliary lane at 35th street with the lane in the Marquette Interchange that ends at 25th street under the current configuration.When work is completed there will be three westbound lanes and the auxiliary lane connecting the Marquette Interchange with the Stadium Interchange.The work scheduled for this spring will restore the second lane for I-794 westbound while maintaining the improvements along I-43 southbound to I-94 westbound.There will be a single lane closure along I-94 westbound beginning on March 6th and running until mid-April.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Work has begun and will continue until mid-May for the addition of an auxiliary lane of traffic between 25th and 37th street.The work will link the auxiliary lane at 35th street with the lane in the Marquette Interchange that ends at 25th street under the current configuration.When work is completed there will be three westbound lanes and the auxiliary lane connecting the Marquette Interchange with the Stadium Interchange.The work scheduled for this spring will restore the second lane for I-794 westbound while maintaining the improvements along I-43 southbound to I-94 westbound.There will be a single lane closure along I-94 westbound beginning on March 6th and running until mid-April.