'Fully open:' Wisconsin DOT announces completion of I-94 North/South corridor construction

'Fully open:' Wisconsin DOT announces completion of I-94 North/South corridor construction

MILWAUKEE -- Construction has been completed on the I-94 North/South corridor in southeastern Wisconsin -- a project that began more than a decade ago -- Wisconsin Department of Transportation officials announced Tuesday, June 23.The entire I-94 North/South corridor spans just over 36 miles from the City of Milwaukee to just south of the Wisconsin-Illinois state line.Wisconsin DOT officials said the last portion of the project was an 18-and-a-half-mile stretch from College Avenue to WIS-142 that was completed over the past two years.

Crashes close lanes on I-94 westbound, eastbound in Jefferson County

Crashes close lanes on I-94 westbound, eastbound in Jefferson County

JOHNSON CREEK -- Separate crashes closed lanes on I-94 in both directions in Jefferson County Sunday evening, June 21.The first happened around 5:30 p.m. on I-94 westbound near Mile Marker 271 -- and closed all lanes of I-94 WB.The second happened around 6:45 p.m. and closed one lane on I-94 eastbound at WIS 26 near Johnson Creek.

United Airlines says passengers who don't wear masks will be put on 'internal travel restriction list'

United Airlines says passengers who don't wear masks will be put on 'internal travel restriction list'

NEW YORK -- United Airlines announced Monday that it will strengthen mandatory mask policies to further hinder the spread of COVID-19 and help continue to keep passengers and crew safe, according to a news release.The company said that while the majority of their passengers are complying with the mandatory policy, starting on June 18, any passenger that does not comply when onboard a United flight will be placed on an internal travel restriction list.Customers on the list will lose their travel privileges on United for a duration of time to be determined pending a comprehensive incident review, the news release states."Every reputable heath institution says wearing a mask is one of the most effective things people can do to protect others from contracting COVID-19, especially in places like an aircraft where social distancing is a challenge," said United's Chief Customer Officer, Toby Enqvist."We have been requiring our customers to wear masks onboard United aircraft since May 4 and we have been pleased that the overwhelming majority of passengers readily comply with our policy.

MCTS to suspend bus service early through the weekend

MCTS to suspend bus service early through the weekend

MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced Thursday, June 4 they will temporarily suspend all bus service starting at 10 p.m. on Thursday "after experiencing significant service disruptions in the past six days" amid protests over the officer-involved death of George Floyd.MCTS will also suspend service early on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights (June 5 to June 7).Service will resume each morning as regularly scheduled, officials said.MCTS officials noted in a news release Thursday the daily protest marches close major streets and intersections that are a part of the MCTS core bus route network.

Fare collection resumes for MCTS riders at 4 a.m. Monday, June 1

Fare collection resumes for MCTS riders at 4 a.m. Monday, June 1

MILWAUKEE -- Fare collection will resume Monday, June 1 on all Milwaukee County Transit System buses.Riders were not charged for two months during the coronavirus pandemic.In addition to fare collection resuming, all riders will be asked to enter at the front of the bus -- with social distancing rules still in effect.Only 10 people will be allowed on a bus at a time -- and riders are asked to wear masks.MCTS officials said it's been too difficult to operate without collecting money from passengers."We're collecting fares again," said Kristina Hoffman with MCTS. "We've had rising costs due to the pandemic, and without any fare revenue, that's really been difficult for us."Fare collection begins a 4 a.m. Monday.Anyone with questions about fares or bus passes can contact the MCTS Customer Service Center by phone at 414-937-3218 (Voice), 711 (TRS), or email “customerservice@mcts.org.”

People climb atop MCTS bus, gunshots heard amid protests near 27th and Center

People climb atop MCTS bus, gunshots heard amid protests near 27th and Center

MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News found several protesters near 27th and Fond du Lac who had climbed on top of a Milwaukee County Transit System bus just after 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 30.A spokesperson with MCTS said the protesters were jumping on the roof of the bus and that the driver and passengers were able to get off safely.Police arrived soon after and the bus was driven back to the station safely.

MCTS to resume bus fare collection, front door boarding on June 1

MCTS to resume bus fare collection, front door boarding on June 1

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced Tuesday, May 26, that it will resume fare collection and front door boarding on all buses and on paratransit vehicles providing Transit Plus rides starting at 4:00 a.m. on June 1, 2020.MCTS is recommending that riders who are medically able to wear a face mask or face covering over their nose and mouth while on board.

DOT reminding motorists to 'buckle up, slow down for work zones' if traveling Memorial Day weekend

DOT reminding motorists to 'buckle up, slow down for work zones' if traveling Memorial Day weekend

MILWAUKEE --The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and its Division of State Patrol are asking those who need to travel this Memorial Day weekend to buckle up, plan their trips and drive carefully though work zones.“Safety is the top priority for this Memorial Day weekend,” WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson said. “The State Patrol and other police agencies will be enforcing traffic laws and assisting motorists who need help.