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.
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-SouthNOTABLE OPENINGSSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2019** Airport Spur
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-SouthNOTABLE OPENINGSSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2019** Airport Spur
Proposal to modernize MCTS bus fleet could save county $27 million
MILWAUKEE – A report on the Milwaukee County Transit System's (MCTS) planned transition to battery electric buses (BEBs) concluded that the county could save $27 million and dramatically reduce harmful emissions by 2040 if the fleet modernization project proposed by County Board of Supervisors Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
MILWAUKEE – A report on the Milwaukee County Transit System's (MCTS) planned transition to battery electric buses (BEBs) concluded that the county could save $27 million and dramatically reduce harmful emissions by 2040 if the fleet modernization project proposed by County Board of Supervisors Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
'No recollection of the incident:' 15 months in prison for woman convicted in stabbing of MCTS driver
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee woman convicted in connection with an attack on a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver on May 15 near 76th Street and Appleton Avenue was sentenced Tuesday, Nov. 19 to 15 months in prison.Betty Roberts, 24, entered an Alford plea Tuesday -- a guilty plea of a defendant who proclaims (s)he is innocent of the crime but admits that the prosecution has enough evidence to prove that (s)he is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.In addition to the 15 months in prison, Roberts was sentenced to serve another 21 months' extended supervision, and the court recommended that be served in a mental health unit.The assault happened after officials said Roberts refused to pay the bus fare around 3:30 p.m. on May 15.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee woman convicted in connection with an attack on a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver on May 15 near 76th Street and Appleton Avenue was sentenced Tuesday, Nov. 19 to 15 months in prison.Betty Roberts, 24, entered an Alford plea Tuesday -- a guilty plea of a defendant who proclaims (s)he is innocent of the crime but admits that the prosecution has enough evidence to prove that (s)he is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.In addition to the 15 months in prison, Roberts was sentenced to serve another 21 months' extended supervision, and the court recommended that be served in a mental health unit.The assault happened after officials said Roberts refused to pay the bus fare around 3:30 p.m. on May 15.
KC-135 Stratotanker with 128th Air Refueling Wing experiences engine trouble during training mission
MILWAUKEE -- A KC-135 Stratotanker from the 128th Air Refueling Wing in Milwaukee experienced trouble with one of its four engines during a training mission on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 19.Officials with the 128th say the issue arose shortly before 1 p.m. -- when an indicator light came on, noting that one of the engines had an oil overheating issue.
MILWAUKEE -- A KC-135 Stratotanker from the 128th Air Refueling Wing in Milwaukee experienced trouble with one of its four engines during a training mission on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 19.Officials with the 128th say the issue arose shortly before 1 p.m. -- when an indicator light came on, noting that one of the engines had an oil overheating issue.
Air travelers face new ID requirements to board flights before the holidays in 2020
MILWAUKEE -- Important changes are taking place for air travelers across the country.
MILWAUKEE -- Important changes are taking place for air travelers across the country.
MCTS, ATU Local 998 reach agreement on new 3-year contract
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998, the union that represents MCTS bus drivers and mechanics, reached an agreement on a new contract on Friday, Nov. 15.The agreement, which was ratified by union members is for a three-year contract that includes salary increases, signing bonuses and a generous healthcare plan.Dan Boehm, MCTS President and Managing Director issued the following statement in a news release:
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998, the union that represents MCTS bus drivers and mechanics, reached an agreement on a new contract on Friday, Nov. 15.The agreement, which was ratified by union members is for a three-year contract that includes salary increases, signing bonuses and a generous healthcare plan.Dan Boehm, MCTS President and Managing Director issued the following statement in a news release:
Watch: Cameras on several MCTS buses captured meteor over Milwaukee Monday night
MILWAUKEE -- Cameras on several Milwaukee County Transit System buses captured video of a meteor flashing across the sky just before 9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11.It happened at 8:51 p.m. CST on Monday night.The blazing meteor lit up the night sky in St.
MILWAUKEE -- Cameras on several Milwaukee County Transit System buses captured video of a meteor flashing across the sky just before 9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11.It happened at 8:51 p.m. CST on Monday night.The blazing meteor lit up the night sky in St.