Construction update: Details about the projects that could impact your commute

MILWAUKEE -- Jason Roselle from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) stopped by the Fox6 WakeUp studios on Friday morning, August 2 to provide updates on construction that could potentially impact your commute.

Video: 2 MCTS bus drivers hailed for helping lost children in the same day

MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus drivers are being hailed for helping two lost children -- in the same day.MCTS Driver Cressida Neal was driving the RedLine at 4:40 a.m. on Friday, July 5 when she spotted a toddler alone near Capitol and Humboldt in Milwaukee.

Crash temporarily snarls traffic on northbound I-41/US 45 south of Freistadt Road

WASHINGTON COUNTY --The two left lanes were temporarily closed on I-41/US 45 NB south of Freistadt Road in Washington County Monday morning, July 20 due to a crash.It happened around 11:30 a.m., and the scene was cleared by about 12:15 p.m.No additional details have been released -- including the cause of the crash or whether any injuries were sustained.

New traffic pattern: 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-South FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2019Closure:I-94 EAST (SB) will have an overnight full freeway closure from Ryan Road to County G from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. to remove pavement markings and restripe.

'No room for error:' FOX6 rides along with semi driver through tight I-94 construction zone

RACINE COUNTY -- In the wake of major crashes in the construction zone along I-94 in Racine County, FOX6 News on Tuesday, July 23 got a new perspective on the dangerous stretch of roadway, as we rode along with a truck driver who said he encounters things like speeding, crashes, and reckless behavior on a regular basis.The construction zone begins in the southern portion of Milwaukee County and continues through Kenosha County.

Sheriff: Grafton woman died after motorcycle crash that closed WIS 33 in Saukville

SAUKVILLE -- A crash involving a motorcycle closed all lanes of WIS 33 in both directions (eastbound and westbound) at County Highway I near Saukville Sunday evening, July 21.

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.

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.

'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.

'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:

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.

'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.

'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.