'You need to go home:' MCTS driver helps reunite lost dogs with family just in time for Christmas
MILWAUKEE -- Two lost dogs were back with their family for Christmas, thanks to Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver Jamie Grabowski.MCTS officials said Monday, Dec. 23 Grabowski spotted the dogs running alone near Howell Avenue and Oklahoma Avenue around midnight on Dec. 18.
MILWAUKEE -- Two lost dogs were back with their family for Christmas, thanks to Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver Jamie Grabowski.MCTS officials said Monday, Dec. 23 Grabowski spotted the dogs running alone near Howell Avenue and Oklahoma Avenue around midnight on Dec. 18.
Attention drivers: A look at the upcoming construction that could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with a look at the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.I-94 North-South (North Segment: College Avenue to County G)FRIDAY DECEMBER 20, 2019I-94 EAST (SB) Closure:
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with a look at the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.I-94 North-South (North Segment: College Avenue to County G)FRIDAY DECEMBER 20, 2019I-94 EAST (SB) Closure:
Alaska Airlines adds 2nd daily nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Seattle
MILWAUKEE -- Alaska Airlines announced on Thursday, Dec. 19 that it will add a second daily nonstop flight from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) starting in May.
MILWAUKEE -- Alaska Airlines announced on Thursday, Dec. 19 that it will add a second daily nonstop flight from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) starting in May.
Meeting set: Officials to discuss ways to reduce runoff from I-794 that enters streams, rivers
MILWAUKEE -- The City of Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD), and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) are hosting a public meeting to discuss ways to reduce runoff from I-794 that enters local streams and rivers.
MILWAUKEE -- The City of Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD), and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) are hosting a public meeting to discuss ways to reduce runoff from I-794 that enters local streams and rivers.
25 children who have bravely fought cancer take flight from Mitchell Airport to the North Pole! 🎅
MILWAUKEE -- Twenty-five lucky children got to take off in a plane from MKE Mitchell International Airport Saturday, Dec. 14 -- and they landed in the North Pole!This effort was a partnership between Delta Air Lines, Signature Flight Support MKE -- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, and Flight to the North Pole.All of the children involved have bravely fought cancer.
MILWAUKEE -- Twenty-five lucky children got to take off in a plane from MKE Mitchell International Airport Saturday, Dec. 14 -- and they landed in the North Pole!This effort was a partnership between Delta Air Lines, Signature Flight Support MKE -- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, and Flight to the North Pole.All of the children involved have bravely fought cancer.
Crash cleared, had closed all lanes of WB I-94 at WIS-67 in Oconomowoc
OCONOMOWOC -- All lanes were blocked on westbound I-94 at WIS-67 in Oconomowoc, Saturday morning due to a crash.According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. and was cleared at 9:16 a.m.The cause of the crash has not yet been determined.
OCONOMOWOC -- All lanes were blocked on westbound I-94 at WIS-67 in Oconomowoc, Saturday morning due to a crash.According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. and was cleared at 9:16 a.m.The cause of the crash has not yet been determined.
41-year-old Oak Creek man ejected from car, killed in crash near Eau Claire
EAU CLAIRE -- A 41-year-old Oak Creek man was killed in a rollover crash late Friday night near Eau Claire, authorities say.At 9:04 p.m. Dec. 13, authorities responded to a report of the crash on eastbound I-94 near MM 64.
EAU CLAIRE -- A 41-year-old Oak Creek man was killed in a rollover crash late Friday night near Eau Claire, authorities say.At 9:04 p.m. Dec. 13, authorities responded to a report of the crash on eastbound I-94 near MM 64.
Attention drivers: This upcoming construction could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that's going to impact your commute.I-94 North-South (North Segment: College Avenue to County G)FRIDAY-SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13-14, 2019I-94 WEST (NB) Closure:
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that's going to impact your commute.I-94 North-South (North Segment: College Avenue to County G)FRIDAY-SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13-14, 2019I-94 WEST (NB) Closure:
'Life is fra-gee-lay:' WisDOT highway signs feature nod to 'A Christmas Story,' a holiday classic
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation got into the Christmas spirit with less than 15 days to go until the big day -- sharing a photo of a festive highway sign on Wednesday, Dec. 11.The sign was a nod to "A Christmas Story" -- a holiday classic.It read: "Life is fra-gee-lay.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation got into the Christmas spirit with less than 15 days to go until the big day -- sharing a photo of a festive highway sign on Wednesday, Dec. 11.The sign was a nod to "A Christmas Story" -- a holiday classic.It read: "Life is fra-gee-lay.
WisDOT launching 'Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over' holiday campaign
MADISON -- To discourage impaired driving and enhance public safety, law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin will patrol in greater numbers and for longer hours during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” holiday campaign that begins Friday, Dec. 13 and continues through New Year’s Day.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) uses federal funds to support stepped-up law enforcement efforts along with public education and outreach to help deter impaired driving.“We want everyone to have a safe, enjoyable holiday.
MADISON -- To discourage impaired driving and enhance public safety, law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin will patrol in greater numbers and for longer hours during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” holiday campaign that begins Friday, Dec. 13 and continues through New Year’s Day.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) uses federal funds to support stepped-up law enforcement efforts along with public education and outreach to help deter impaired driving.“We want everyone to have a safe, enjoyable holiday.
Crash closes all lanes of I-41 in both directions at Holy Hill Road in Washington County
GERMANTOWN -- A crash closed all lanes of I-41 northbound and southbound at Holy Hill Road Sunday night, Dec. 8.It happened around 10:30 p.m.This is a developing story.
GERMANTOWN -- A crash closed all lanes of I-41 northbound and southbound at Holy Hill Road Sunday night, Dec. 8.It happened around 10:30 p.m.This is a developing story.
Wisconsin roads panel reconvenes after 5-year hiatus
MADISON — A bipartisan commission tasked with making recommendations on what major Wisconsin road projects should move forward met for the first time in half a decade on Friday.The Transportation Projects Commission did not recommend any new projects at its meeting, but Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson said it would consider new projects, and how to pay for them, at future meetings.Gov.
MADISON — A bipartisan commission tasked with making recommendations on what major Wisconsin road projects should move forward met for the first time in half a decade on Friday.The Transportation Projects Commission did not recommend any new projects at its meeting, but Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson said it would consider new projects, and how to pay for them, at future meetings.Gov.
Attention drivers: A look at the upcoming construction that could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.I-94 North-SouthRYAN ROAD NB EXIT/ENTRANCE RAMPS
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.I-94 North-SouthRYAN ROAD NB EXIT/ENTRANCE RAMPS
Man shot near Main and Hawley sought help from bus driver, MCTS says
MILWAUKEE -- According to a spokesperson with the Milwaukee County Transit System, a man approached a bus at the intersection of W.
MILWAUKEE -- According to a spokesperson with the Milwaukee County Transit System, a man approached a bus at the intersection of W.
Record-setting number of Thanksgiving travelers slowed by coast-to-coast storms
MILWAUKEE -- Storms from coast to coast are putting fear in travelers this Thanksgiving eve.
MILWAUKEE -- Storms from coast to coast are putting fear in travelers this Thanksgiving eve.
'Important to give back:' Thousands of food items collected during 'Stuff the Bus' drive
MILWAUKEE -- The day before Thanksgiving is a crazy time at the grocery store.
MILWAUKEE -- The day before Thanksgiving is a crazy time at the grocery store.
2nd man charged in attack on MCTS bus driver with broom handle sentenced in 2 open cases
MILWAUKEE -- The second of two men charged in connection with the November 2018 assault of a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver was sentenced Tuesday, Nov. 26 in connection with two open cases against him.Jaquon Lampkin, 18, of Milwaukee, pleaded guilty in October to one count of misdemeanor disorderly conduct, use of a dangerous weapon in connection with the attack on the driver.
MILWAUKEE -- The second of two men charged in connection with the November 2018 assault of a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver was sentenced Tuesday, Nov. 26 in connection with two open cases against him.Jaquon Lampkin, 18, of Milwaukee, pleaded guilty in October to one count of misdemeanor disorderly conduct, use of a dangerous weapon in connection with the attack on the driver.
MCTS to honor Rosa Parks with open seat on every bus
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs (OAAA) are partnering to honor the life of Rosa Parks and recognize her contribution to the ongoing fight for equality for all.MCTS will keep a seat open on every bus in the fleet from Sunday, Dec. 1 through Tuesday, Dec. 3.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs (OAAA) are partnering to honor the life of Rosa Parks and recognize her contribution to the ongoing fight for equality for all.MCTS will keep a seat open on every bus in the fleet from Sunday, Dec. 1 through Tuesday, Dec. 3.
WisDOT: Holiday travelers asked to plan ahead, monitor the weather, watch for deer and hunters
MILWAUKEE -- Although most highway construction has wrapped up for the year, Thanksgiving holiday travelers will still need to monitor the weather, watch for deer and deer hunters, and be prepared for the potential of heavy traffic along key travel corridors, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.Traffic safety officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation expect peak travel periods to occur between noon and 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27) and again on Sunday, Dec. 1 when hunters and holiday travelers return home.“To help ensure a safe, enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday, we’re asking all motorists to buckle-up, watch their speed, be patient and alert,” WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson said. “Officers with the Wisconsin State Patrol and other law enforcement agencies will be keeping an eye on traffic and assisting stranded motorists.
MILWAUKEE -- Although most highway construction has wrapped up for the year, Thanksgiving holiday travelers will still need to monitor the weather, watch for deer and deer hunters, and be prepared for the potential of heavy traffic along key travel corridors, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.Traffic safety officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation expect peak travel periods to occur between noon and 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27) and again on Sunday, Dec. 1 when hunters and holiday travelers return home.“To help ensure a safe, enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday, we’re asking all motorists to buckle-up, watch their speed, be patient and alert,” WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson said. “Officers with the Wisconsin State Patrol and other law enforcement agencies will be keeping an eye on traffic and assisting stranded motorists.
MCTS bus cameras capture meteor streaking over Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System bus cameras captured a meteor streaking across the sky Nov. 23.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System bus cameras captured a meteor streaking across the sky Nov. 23.