Train derailments have declined in recent years, but they’re not uncommon, US data shows

Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.

Release of toxic chemicals from derailed Ohio tanker cars begins

Officials warned the controlled burn would send phosgene and hydrogen chloride into the air. Phosgene is a highly toxic gas that can cause vomiting and breathing trouble and was used as a weapon in World War I.

50-car train derailment causes massive fire, evacuations in Ohio

About 50 cars derailed in East Palestine as a train was carrying a variety of freight from Madison, Illinois, to Conway, Pennsylvania.

Harley-Davidson 120th: Homecoming Festival rides to Milwaukee

Harley-Davidson is inviting riders from all over the country and world to take part in motorcycle rides that will bring them to the Homecoming Festival in Milwaukee.

Harley-Davidson 120th Anniversary, 2023 models revealed

A year-long celebration of 120 years of Harley-Davidson was launched on Wednesday, Jan 18 with the introduction of the first release of new models in the 2023 Harley-Davidson motorcycle lineup.

Waukesha police chief's gun in Milwaukee airport carry-on leads to fine

Waukesha Police Chief Dan Thompson was cited for “presenting a weapon at a screening station” at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on Tuesday.

Air travel across US thrown into chaos after computer outage

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Wednesday after a government system that offers safety and other information to pilots broke down, stranding some planes on the ground for hours.

Flight delays, cancelations in Milwaukee after FAA system outage

The FAA grounded flights nationwide Wednesday due to a system outage. In Milwaukee, dozens of flights were delayed or canceled.

Wisconsin DOT: Winter safety tips; vehicle maintenance reminders

Wisconsin's Department of Transportation released the Law of the Month, reminding drivers that preparing themselves and their car is key to a safe winter season.

Milwaukee airport security checkpoint grenade is TSA's #9 find of 2022

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport made it into the TSA's annual Top 10 List of most unusual items found at security checkpoints nationwide in 2022.

I-94 East-West expansion: Public comment period extended to Jan. 31

Wisconsin and federal officials announced the public comment period tied to the I-94 East-West Corridor expansion is being extended.

Miller Lite Free Rides Bus Crawl for New Year's Eve

Miller Lite is teaming up with MCTS to help Milwaukee residents and visitors celebrate New Year's Eve safely by creating a program called Miller Lite Free Rides.

Southwest Airlines cancelations, Milwaukee travelers still waiting

Southwest Airlines flight cancelations left people stranded in Milwaukee and across the country. Travelers are still waiting on answers.