WEDC provides $31K+, extends reach of existing fixed transit routes
WEDC is providing over $31K to the Regional Transit Leadership Council to develop a plan, called “last mile” service to Brookfield/New Berlin and Franklin/Oak Creek by summer 2022.
WEDC is providing over $31K to the Regional Transit Leadership Council to develop a plan, called “last mile” service to Brookfield/New Berlin and Franklin/Oak Creek by summer 2022.
Holiday travel in Wisconsin: Motorists urged to pack patience
Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest when it comes to people traveling. More than one million Wisconsinites are expected to hit the roads.
Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest when it comes to people traveling. More than one million Wisconsinites are expected to hit the roads.
I-94 East-West expansion approved in legislature-passed budget
The legislature green lights the expansion of the long-stalled I-94 East-West corridor. Former Governor Walker stopped it, then Governor Evers revived it. But state law says he needs legislative approval to spend money on the project.
The legislature green lights the expansion of the long-stalled I-94 East-West corridor. Former Governor Walker stopped it, then Governor Evers revived it. But state law says he needs legislative approval to spend money on the project.
MCTS bus capacity limit lifted starting July 1
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced today that it will lift its passenger capacity limit starting Thursday, July 1. Per federal regulations, passengers and employees must continue wearing masks while on board, regardless of one’s vaccination status.
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced today that it will lift its passenger capacity limit starting Thursday, July 1. Per federal regulations, passengers and employees must continue wearing masks while on board, regardless of one’s vaccination status.
St. Paul-to-Chicago Amtrak: 2nd daily train expected in 2024
A second Amtrak passenger train that will run between St. Paul and Chicago is expected to begin daily service in 2024, after Minnesota lawmakers set aside $10 million for the project.
A second Amtrak passenger train that will run between St. Paul and Chicago is expected to begin daily service in 2024, after Minnesota lawmakers set aside $10 million for the project.
Roadside worker safety: New bill aims to improve it in Wisconsin
A new bill seeks to make safer the job of roadside workers in Wisconsin.
A new bill seeks to make safer the job of roadside workers in Wisconsin.
MPS transportation partnership for fall
As Milwaukee Public Schools' leaders prepare for in-person classes five days a week come fall, they're making sure transportation goes off without a hitch.
As Milwaukee Public Schools' leaders prepare for in-person classes five days a week come fall, they're making sure transportation goes off without a hitch.
Loose concrete breaks through MCTS bus floor
A bus went over a pothole Friday afternoon near 72nd and Edgerton and a piece of loose concrete was pushed up through the bottom of the bus.
A bus went over a pothole Friday afternoon near 72nd and Edgerton and a piece of loose concrete was pushed up through the bottom of the bus.
Spirit Airlines' Milwaukee service nearly triples by end of 2021
More Spirit Airlines nonstop routes are coming soon to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
More Spirit Airlines nonstop routes are coming soon to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
TSA confiscates guns at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
Transportation Security Administration officers stopped two men from carrying loaded handguns onto airplanes at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
Transportation Security Administration officers stopped two men from carrying loaded handguns onto airplanes at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
MCTS Summerfest shuttles canceled for 2021 due to driver shortage
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will not be offering special summer service to Summerfest this year due to a shortage of bus drivers, a release said Sunday.
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will not be offering special summer service to Summerfest this year due to a shortage of bus drivers, a release said Sunday.
Zoo Interchange long-term lane closures begin June 14
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will close one lane in each direction along I-41/US 45 between Capitol Drive and Swan Boulevard.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will close one lane in each direction along I-41/US 45 between Capitol Drive and Swan Boulevard.
MKE hosting airport job fair to fill vacant positions
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport along with various airline, concession, and service partners will be hosting a job fair to help fill vacant positions at the airport on Tuesday, June 15.
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport along with various airline, concession, and service partners will be hosting a job fair to help fill vacant positions at the airport on Tuesday, June 15.
MCTS Bus Rapid Transit construction breaks ground
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Thursday to kick off construction on the Milwaukee County Transit System’s East-West Bus Rapid Transit project.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Thursday to kick off construction on the Milwaukee County Transit System’s East-West Bus Rapid Transit project.
Milwaukee streetcar strugges, city in financial hole
The COVID-19 pandemic may have closed bars, restaurants, courthouses and schools, but Milwaukee never stopped running The Hop streetcar. City leaders say it was too expensive to shut down.
The COVID-19 pandemic may have closed bars, restaurants, courthouses and schools, but Milwaukee never stopped running The Hop streetcar. City leaders say it was too expensive to shut down.
Flipped hood blocks motorist's view while driving miles on I-43
A driver caught on camera in Milwaukee went several miles on I-43 with a limited and dangerous view of what was around her. She wasn’t just behind the wheel. She was also behind the hood.
A driver caught on camera in Milwaukee went several miles on I-43 with a limited and dangerous view of what was around her. She wasn’t just behind the wheel. She was also behind the hood.
United Airlines sees supersonic future, planes that can fly 1,300 mph
United Airlines aims to bring back supersonic travel before the decade is over with a plane that has yet to be built.
United Airlines aims to bring back supersonic travel before the decade is over with a plane that has yet to be built.
Memorial Day travel: AAA says 37 million to head out over weekend
With COVID-19 cases dropping and vaccinations rising – a surge in travel is expected this weekend for Memorial Day.
With COVID-19 cases dropping and vaccinations rising – a surge in travel is expected this weekend for Memorial Day.
Milwaukee County bus driver dies, suffered medical incident at layover
A bus driver for the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) died after suffering a medical incident near 13th and College in Milwaukee on Tuesday, May 25.
A bus driver for the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) died after suffering a medical incident near 13th and College in Milwaukee on Tuesday, May 25.
Opossum in drawer at Mitchell Airport
There was an unexpected traveler at Milwaukee Mitchell International causing a bit of a stir.
There was an unexpected traveler at Milwaukee Mitchell International causing a bit of a stir.