'You can help us:' MKE Mitchell Airport launches campaign to educate local travelers
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on Monday, Oct. 21 introduced a new campaign series featuring animated videos that aim to educate local travelers about the importance of starting their flights from MKE.According to a press release, results of the airport's recent economic impact study show that if Milwaukeeans choose MKE over a Chicago airport, they could add new flights, hundreds of new jobs and more than $200 million annually to Wisconsin's economy.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on Monday, Oct. 21 introduced a new campaign series featuring animated videos that aim to educate local travelers about the importance of starting their flights from MKE.According to a press release, results of the airport's recent economic impact study show that if Milwaukeeans choose MKE over a Chicago airport, they could add new flights, hundreds of new jobs and more than $200 million annually to Wisconsin's economy.
'Had to jump out of his rig:' DOT explains why it can take hours to clear freeway after crash
MILWAUKEE -- A massive semi fire along northbound I-94 created another traffic nightmare for drivers at the Milwaukee-Racine county line on Wednesday morning, Oct. 16.
MILWAUKEE -- A massive semi fire along northbound I-94 created another traffic nightmare for drivers at the Milwaukee-Racine county line on Wednesday morning, Oct. 16.
Going behind the scenes with WisDOT: Overview of the recent semi-truck fire on I-94
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2019:Semi-Truck Fire Incident (show the two pictures of semi-fire from freeway)
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2019:Semi-Truck Fire Incident (show the two pictures of semi-fire from freeway)
State Patrol officials use damage squad to send a message ahead of National Move Over Day Oct. 19
DEFOREST -- Officials used a damaged Wisconsin State Patrol cruiser to send a message Thursday, Oct. 17 in DeForest, ahead of National Move Over Day Saturday, Oct. 19.Law enforcement officials, county maintenance workers, tow truck drivers, and other emergency responders came together to send a life-saving reminder to motorists to please watch the road ahead carefully and be ready to move over -- or at least slow down -- when approaching stopped emergency and roadside service vehicles that have their warning lights flashing.
DEFOREST -- Officials used a damaged Wisconsin State Patrol cruiser to send a message Thursday, Oct. 17 in DeForest, ahead of National Move Over Day Saturday, Oct. 19.Law enforcement officials, county maintenance workers, tow truck drivers, and other emergency responders came together to send a life-saving reminder to motorists to please watch the road ahead carefully and be ready to move over -- or at least slow down -- when approaching stopped emergency and roadside service vehicles that have their warning lights flashing.
Attention drivers: The upcoming construction that could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Construction is really picking up -- with changes coming to I-94 and the Zoo Interchange.
MILWAUKEE -- Construction is really picking up -- with changes coming to I-94 and the Zoo Interchange.
'We knew it was coming:' 'Tent City' residents not surprised to receive notices ordering them out
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation gave notices to those staying at a Milwaukee homeless encampment known as “Tent City” to remove themselves and their property by the end of October.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation gave notices to those staying at a Milwaukee homeless encampment known as “Tent City” to remove themselves and their property by the end of October.
'Unhelpful situation:' Alderman defends decision to evict homeless 'trespassing on state property'
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation gave notices to those staying at a Milwaukee homeless encampment known as “Tent City” to remove themselves and their property by the end of October.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation gave notices to those staying at a Milwaukee homeless encampment known as “Tent City” to remove themselves and their property by the end of October.
State orders those at homeless encampment in Milwaukee to 'gather and remove' their property
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has given notices to those staying at a Milwaukee homeless encampment known as "Tent City" to remove themselves and their property by the end of this month.The notices were delivered on Friday, Oct. 4 at the encampment under the Marquette Interchange in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has given notices to those staying at a Milwaukee homeless encampment known as "Tent City" to remove themselves and their property by the end of this month.The notices were delivered on Friday, Oct. 4 at the encampment under the Marquette Interchange in Milwaukee.
Video shows fiery crash involving Johnsonville semi that shut down portion of I-43 in July
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation released on Friday, Oct. 4 video showing a fiery crash involving a Johnsonville semi that happened on Sunday night, July 14.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation released on Friday, Oct. 4 video showing a fiery crash involving a Johnsonville semi that happened on Sunday night, July 14.
All clear: Flooding on roadway temporarily shuts down WIS 57 near Waldo
SHEBOYGAN COUNTY -- All lanes of WIS 57 were temporarily closed near Waldo in Sheboygan due to flooding over the roadway.
SHEBOYGAN COUNTY -- All lanes of WIS 57 were temporarily closed near Waldo in Sheboygan due to flooding over the roadway.
Vehicle titles, registration fees increase in Wisconsin starting Oct. 1
MADISON -- Vehicle titles and registration fees are increasing in Wisconsin due to a provision in the 2019-2020 budget.
MADISON -- Vehicle titles and registration fees are increasing in Wisconsin due to a provision in the 2019-2020 budget.
After 3 deaths in 2018, cable barrier system coming to I-41 in Washington County by October 2020
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- After three "crossover deaths" along Interstate 41 in 2018, a cable barrier system is coming to the interstate between Cabela’s and the Dodge County line by October 2020.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- After three "crossover deaths" along Interstate 41 in 2018, a cable barrier system is coming to the interstate between Cabela’s and the Dodge County line by October 2020.
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's going to impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-South**Swan Boulevard/Discovery ParkwayWisDOT recently constructed the intersections of Swan Boulevard and Discovery Parkway in the city of Wauwatosa.
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.Project: I-94 North-South**Swan Boulevard/Discovery ParkwayWisDOT recently constructed the intersections of Swan Boulevard and Discovery Parkway in the city of Wauwatosa.
2-seat private plane runs into grass at end of runway at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport say a two-seat private plane landed "long" on a runway -- and ran into the grass at the end of that runway.There were no injuries as a result of this incident -- and it is not clear when the plane will be removed from the grassy area.Airport officials say this incident had little impact on airport operations.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport say a two-seat private plane landed "long" on a runway -- and ran into the grass at the end of that runway.There were no injuries as a result of this incident -- and it is not clear when the plane will be removed from the grassy area.Airport officials say this incident had little impact on airport operations.
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 could impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-SouthFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2019The project team is preparing for an upcoming traffic shift to the east between College Avenue opening and Rawson Avenue on I-94 EAST (SB) to open the auxiliary lane.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-SouthFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2019The project team is preparing for an upcoming traffic shift to the east between College Avenue opening and Rawson Avenue on I-94 EAST (SB) to open the auxiliary lane.
Milwaukee County Executive proposes redirecting $4M+ to restore MCTS routes slated for cuts
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Thursday, Sept. 19 the 2020 recommended transit budget with a re-direction of more than $4 million in funds to restore routes slated for cuts.In a news release, Abele issued the following statement:
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Thursday, Sept. 19 the 2020 recommended transit budget with a re-direction of more than $4 million in funds to restore routes slated for cuts.In a news release, Abele issued the following statement:
Traffic alert: Shifting lanes and closures on I-94 in store for drivers Friday night into Saturday
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers that on Friday night, Sept. 13 southbound traffic in the I-94 construction zone will move to the west, onto the new southbound side of I-94.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers that on Friday night, Sept. 13 southbound traffic in the I-94 construction zone will move to the west, onto the new southbound side of I-94.
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 everything that's going to impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-SouthFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019The project team is preparing for an upcoming traffic switch to shift three lanes of I-94 EAST (SB) traffic to the right onto new pavement from College Avenue to Ryan Road.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-SouthFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2019The project team is preparing for an upcoming traffic switch to shift three lanes of I-94 EAST (SB) traffic to the right onto new pavement from College Avenue to Ryan Road.