Crash involving multiple vehicles temporarily shut down I-41/94 at Drexel in Oak Creek
MILWAUKEE -- A crash caused big delays on I-41/94 near Drexel Avenue in Oak Creek Thursday, July 18.It happened around 10:45 a.m., and the scene was cleared by about 1:30 p.m.Milwaukee County sheriff's officials said it involved multiple vehicles.Authorities had to close all northbound lanes near Drexel Avenue at one point.After the crash was cleared, there were some road repairs that had to be done.The cause of the crash was under investigation.
MILWAUKEE -- A crash caused big delays on I-41/94 near Drexel Avenue in Oak Creek Thursday, July 18.It happened around 10:45 a.m., and the scene was cleared by about 1:30 p.m.Milwaukee County sheriff's officials said it involved multiple vehicles.Authorities had to close all northbound lanes near Drexel Avenue at one point.After the crash was cleared, there were some road repairs that had to be done.The cause of the crash was under investigation.
Should MCTS bus drivers carry guns? Drivers, union, company reps speak out about safety
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers on Thursday, July 18 again called for safer working conditions.Drivers gathered in Milwaukee for an Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 and said they face problems with riders on a regular basis, and sometimes, things even get physical.Earlier this year, an MCTS driver was stabbed during a dispute over a bus fare.The drivers said when they call for help from security, it often takes too long to get a response."When we need help, we need it now.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers on Thursday, July 18 again called for safer working conditions.Drivers gathered in Milwaukee for an Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 and said they face problems with riders on a regular basis, and sometimes, things even get physical.Earlier this year, an MCTS driver was stabbed during a dispute over a bus fare.The drivers said when they call for help from security, it often takes too long to get a response."When we need help, we need it now.
'Shoot this (expletive):' Man who attacked MCTS bus driver with broom handle sentenced to prison
MILWAUKEE -- One of two men charged in connection with the alleged assault of a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver on Nov. 19, 2018 was sentenced to prison.Terrell Poe, 23, faced charges in three separate cases filed in November and December 2018.The first was filed on Nov. 29, 2018.
MILWAUKEE -- One of two men charged in connection with the alleged assault of a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus driver on Nov. 19, 2018 was sentenced to prison.Terrell Poe, 23, faced charges in three separate cases filed in November and December 2018.The first was filed on Nov. 29, 2018.
'Give me that cigarette:' Prosecutors say woman attacked MCTS employee, officers who responded
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee woman stands accused of attacking a Milwaukee County Transit System employee as he drove home from work, and when police responded, prosecutors said she attacked officers, behavior that allegedly continued once she was in custody.Darnika Burch, 29, faces the following charges:
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee woman stands accused of attacking a Milwaukee County Transit System employee as he drove home from work, and when police responded, prosecutors said she attacked officers, behavior that allegedly continued once she was in custody.Darnika Burch, 29, faces the following charges:
Serious crash temporarily closes lanes on I-41/94 NB at County G in Racine County
RACINE COUNTY -- A serious crash closed lanes on I-41/94 northbound at County Highway G Sunday night, July 14 in Racine County.
RACINE COUNTY -- A serious crash closed lanes on I-41/94 northbound at County Highway G Sunday night, July 14 in Racine County.
Semi crashes on I-43 at North Avenue after tire blowout, bursts into flames
MILWAUKEE -- A massive semi fire temporarily closed I-43 in both directions at North Avenue in Milwaukee Sunday night, July 14.
MILWAUKEE -- A massive semi fire temporarily closed I-43 in both directions at North Avenue in Milwaukee Sunday night, July 14.
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 construction that could impact your commute.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the construction that could impact your commute.
Chain-reaction crash involving 6 vehicles backs up traffic on I-94 in Kenosha County
KENOSHA/RACINE COUNTY -- A chain-reaction crash backed up traffic on I-94 near County Highway A in Kenosha County on Saturday, July 6.According to the Somers Fire Department, six vehicles were involved and a total of 13 people were checked out at the scene; some had minor injuries.
KENOSHA/RACINE COUNTY -- A chain-reaction crash backed up traffic on I-94 near County Highway A in Kenosha County on Saturday, July 6.According to the Somers Fire Department, six vehicles were involved and a total of 13 people were checked out at the scene; some had minor injuries.
'Incredibly rare:' MCTS bus engulfed in flames near 76th and Layton
GREENFIELD -- An investigation is underway into how a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus caught fire near 76th and Layton, and sent its passengers running to safety."It was so intense," said Kathleen Prah, witnessed bus fire. "Real wide, orange flames.
GREENFIELD -- An investigation is underway into how a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus caught fire near 76th and Layton, and sent its passengers running to safety."It was so intense," said Kathleen Prah, witnessed bus fire. "Real wide, orange flames.
'We need your help:' WisDOT urges drivers to use caution in I-94 N-S construction zone
RACINE -- As you count down to the end of your work week and get ready to indulge in food, fun and fireworks for the Fourth of July, there is one thing the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) wants you to remember.
RACINE -- As you count down to the end of your work week and get ready to indulge in food, fun and fireworks for the Fourth of July, there is one thing the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) wants you to remember.
Amtrak to begin bus route between Green Bay and Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- There's a new way to travel back and forth from Green Bay to Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- There's a new way to travel back and forth from Green Bay to Milwaukee.
'His timing was perfect:' MCTS driver helps turtle cross road in Oak Creek
MILWAUKEE -- A bus driver for the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is being recognized for helping a turtle cross the road.
MILWAUKEE -- A bus driver for the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is being recognized for helping a turtle cross the road.
Congrats! Milwaukee celebrates Giannis Antetokounmpo's MVP win
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee is celebrating Giannis Antetokounmpo's NBA MVP win and the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is along for the ride.Starting Tuesday, June 25 all 400 buses in the fleet began flashing the words "CONGRATS GIANNIS!" on their display screens.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee is celebrating Giannis Antetokounmpo's NBA MVP win and the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is along for the ride.Starting Tuesday, June 25 all 400 buses in the fleet began flashing the words "CONGRATS GIANNIS!" on their display screens.
Local Routes, Summerfest Shuttles, Freeway Flyers: MCTS can get you to the Big Gig
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System are reminding you that you don’t have to take your vehicle to Summerfest.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Transit System are reminding you that you don’t have to take your vehicle to Summerfest.
Attention drivers: A look at the upcoming construction that could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 News to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-SouthFRIDAY, JUNE 21Closure:
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 News to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.Project: I-94 North-SouthFRIDAY, JUNE 21Closure:
Milwaukee County Board honors 7 MCTS bus drivers who helped find lost, missing children
MILWAUKEE -- Seven Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers who helped find lost or missing children in recent years were honored by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on Thursday, June 20.According to a news release from MCTS, the drivers were invited to the board meeting Thursday, where they were presented with awards recognizing their heroic and compassionate actions while behind the wheel.The release described those actions as follows:In May 2019, MCTS Driver Cecilia Nation-Gardnerstopped her bus near 35th and Vliet streets to help a little boy who she spotted running through traffic.
MILWAUKEE -- Seven Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers who helped find lost or missing children in recent years were honored by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on Thursday, June 20.According to a news release from MCTS, the drivers were invited to the board meeting Thursday, where they were presented with awards recognizing their heroic and compassionate actions while behind the wheel.The release described those actions as follows:In May 2019, MCTS Driver Cecilia Nation-Gardnerstopped her bus near 35th and Vliet streets to help a little boy who she spotted running through traffic.