Wisconsin unveils new license plates; Retro yellow and Blackout
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) unveiled on Tuesday, Dec. 9, the designs of Wisconsin’s newest state license plates — Blackout and Retro yellow.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) unveiled on Tuesday, Dec. 9, the designs of Wisconsin’s newest state license plates — Blackout and Retro yellow.
2026 MCTS bus fare increases; here's what riders should expect
The Milwaukee County Transit System on Friday announced increases to fixed route fares starting next year. Here's what riders should expect.
The Milwaukee County Transit System on Friday announced increases to fixed route fares starting next year. Here's what riders should expect.
New rail service studied to connect Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Chicago
The Milwaukee-Area–Racine–Kenosha (MARK) Passenger Rail Commission held on Friday, Dec. 5, its inaugural meeting to explore the feasibility of future passenger rail service in southeast Wisconsin.
The Milwaukee-Area–Racine–Kenosha (MARK) Passenger Rail Commission held on Friday, Dec. 5, its inaugural meeting to explore the feasibility of future passenger rail service in southeast Wisconsin.
Milwaukee's Transportation & Mobility Plan: City seeks public input
The City of Milwaukee is developing its first citywide Transportation and Mobility Plan – and wants public input.
The City of Milwaukee is developing its first citywide Transportation and Mobility Plan – and wants public input.
Frontier Airlines offering nonstop service from Milwaukee for spring break
Frontier Airlines announces new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport to Las Vegas and Phoenix for spring break.
Frontier Airlines announces new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport to Las Vegas and Phoenix for spring break.
Ozaukee County fatal I-43 crash among other winter-weather crashes Wednesday
One person was killed and several others were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash involving a semi-tractor-trailer Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 26, in Ozaukee County, one of many southeastern Wisconsin crashes related to the day’s winter weather.
One person was killed and several others were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash involving a semi-tractor-trailer Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 26, in Ozaukee County, one of many southeastern Wisconsin crashes related to the day’s winter weather.
Milwaukee Thanksgiving travel; airport expects 200,000 passengers this week
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport expects 200,000 travelers in the week leading up to Thanksgiving, with officials urging passengers to monitor flights as weather and heavy traffic could cause disruptions.
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport expects 200,000 travelers in the week leading up to Thanksgiving, with officials urging passengers to monitor flights as weather and heavy traffic could cause disruptions.
NTSB releases first report into UPS plane crash in Kentucky that killed 14
The NTSB's preliminary report showed one of the engines broke off from the wing as the plane took off and burst into flames. The plane never made it more than 30 feet above ground level.
The NTSB's preliminary report showed one of the engines broke off from the wing as the plane took off and burst into flames. The plane never made it more than 30 feet above ground level.
Baltimore Key Bridge collapse: NTSB to vote on probable cause, safety recommendations
The findings of a federal investigation into the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse will be revealed on Tuesday.
The findings of a federal investigation into the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse will be revealed on Tuesday.
Rethinking I-794: options for aging, elevated freeway considered
What should happen to a stretch of Interstate-794 in Milwaukee? Right now, state officials say its options are to replace, remove or improve it.
What should happen to a stretch of Interstate-794 in Milwaukee? Right now, state officials say its options are to replace, remove or improve it.
Wisconsin electric vehicle charging stations; $14M in grants secured
Wisconsin has secured $14 million in federal grants to build 26 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the state.
Wisconsin has secured $14 million in federal grants to build 26 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the state.
The 100 deadliest highways in the US - see the list
A new study analyzing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that highways on the West Coast are among the deadliest in the U.S.
A new study analyzing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that highways on the West Coast are among the deadliest in the U.S.
FAA ends shutdown-era flight limits as air traffic staffing rebounds
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Sunday that it will lift all restrictions on commercial flights at 40 major airports that were imposed during the nation’s record 43-day government shutdown.
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Sunday that it will lift all restrictions on commercial flights at 40 major airports that were imposed during the nation’s record 43-day government shutdown.
Annual report reveals cities with best, worst commutes for 2025
Americans spent more time stuck in traffic in 2024 than ever before, losing an average of 63 hours to congestion, according to the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s 2025 Urban Mobility Report.
Americans spent more time stuck in traffic in 2024 than ever before, losing an average of 63 hours to congestion, according to the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s 2025 Urban Mobility Report.
Wisconsin seat belt use report: 94% of drivers in state buckle up
Friday, Nov. 14 is National Seat Belt Day and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Division of Wisconsin State Patrol are reporting record-high seat belt use in the state.
Friday, Nov. 14 is National Seat Belt Day and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Division of Wisconsin State Patrol are reporting record-high seat belt use in the state.
Government shutdown ends but Milwaukee flyers still face cancellations
The six-week federal shutdown has ended, but air travel remains strained as airports – including Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport – face cancellations, staffing gaps and long-term financial fallout for TSA officers and air traffic controllers.
The six-week federal shutdown has ended, but air travel remains strained as airports – including Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport – face cancellations, staffing gaps and long-term financial fallout for TSA officers and air traffic controllers.
Travel disruptions expected to continue after end of government shutdown
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Americans lost record 63 hours to traffic in 2024, study finds
Americans lost a record 63 hours to traffic in 2024 — nearly eight full workdays — according to Texas A&M’s latest Urban Mobility Report.
Americans lost a record 63 hours to traffic in 2024 — nearly eight full workdays — according to Texas A&M’s latest Urban Mobility Report.
18 passengers being evaluated after people mover hits dock at Dulles Airport
A mobile lounge transporting passengers to Concourse D at Dulles Airport struck the dock at an angle on Monday afternoon, injuring 18 people.
A mobile lounge transporting passengers to Concourse D at Dulles Airport struck the dock at an angle on Monday afternoon, injuring 18 people.
1,000+ flights canceled as FAA reduces traffic in shutdown
More than 1,000 U.S. flights were canceled for a second straight day on Saturday as the Federal Aviation Administration continued to reduce air traffic amid the ongoing government shutdown.
More than 1,000 U.S. flights were canceled for a second straight day on Saturday as the Federal Aviation Administration continued to reduce air traffic amid the ongoing government shutdown.