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.
Government shutdown; traveling by air expected to lead to delays
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is cutting back flights at the country's busiest airports. While Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is not on the list, you will have to prepare for delays.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is cutting back flights at the country's busiest airports. While Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is not on the list, you will have to prepare for delays.
Milwaukee travelers face ripple effects as FAA cuts flights nationwide
As the government shutdown continues, the FAA will cut flights at 40 airports, potentially delaying Milwaukee travelers connecting through hubs like Chicago or Minneapolis and pushing ticket prices higher.
As the government shutdown continues, the FAA will cut flights at 40 airports, potentially delaying Milwaukee travelers connecting through hubs like Chicago or Minneapolis and pushing ticket prices higher.
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On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.
On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.
FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.
Spirit Airlines discontinues service in Milwaukee starting January 2026
Spirit Airlines confirmed for FOX6 News that it will discontinue service at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport effective Jan. 8, 2026.
Spirit Airlines confirmed for FOX6 News that it will discontinue service at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport effective Jan. 8, 2026.
Milwaukee County semi rollover crash; lanes reopen, driver arrested
A rollover crash involving two semis, including a tanker, shut down multiple ramps and lanes on Wednesday night in Milwaukee County.
A rollover crash involving two semis, including a tanker, shut down multiple ramps and lanes on Wednesday night in Milwaukee County.
Milwaukee new towing rule; crackdown on unpaid parking tickets starts Nov. 1
A new city ordinance set to take effect Nov. 1 will target thousands of drivers with unpaid parking tickets, Milwaukee leaders announced Wednesday.
A new city ordinance set to take effect Nov. 1 will target thousands of drivers with unpaid parking tickets, Milwaukee leaders announced Wednesday.
Milwaukee streetcar deficit, alderman seeks federal grant forgiveness
A new fight is trying to stop The Hop: A Milwaukee alderman is taking his opposition to the streetcar to the Trump administration.
A new fight is trying to stop The Hop: A Milwaukee alderman is taking his opposition to the streetcar to the Trump administration.
MCTS bus security officers, committee approves $600K+ proposal
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors wants to spend more than $600,000 on uniformed security officers to address fare evasion on MCTS buses.
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors wants to spend more than $600,000 on uniformed security officers to address fare evasion on MCTS buses.
MCTS bus fare evasion, supervisors want $600K for security officers
Two Milwaukee County supervisors said they have a new plan to tackle fare evasion on MCTS buses, adding security officers on certain routes.
Two Milwaukee County supervisors said they have a new plan to tackle fare evasion on MCTS buses, adding security officers on certain routes.
No Free Rides Act; Wisconsin leader proposes bill to enforce bus fares
A Wisconsin congressman wants to make sure people pay their bus fares – and he’s crediting a FOX6 investigation for sparking the effort.
A Wisconsin congressman wants to make sure people pay their bus fares – and he’s crediting a FOX6 investigation for sparking the effort.
54-hour Hale Interchange system ramp closure in Milwaukee County
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is notifying motorists of the upcoming 54-hour weekend closure of the southbound to eastbound system ramp in the Hale Interchange scheduled to begin on Friday, Oct. 24.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is notifying motorists of the upcoming 54-hour weekend closure of the southbound to eastbound system ramp in the Hale Interchange scheduled to begin on Friday, Oct. 24.
The Hop budget deficit, Milwaukee leaders debate streetcar's future
Milwaukee city leaders debated Thursday on what to do about The Hop streetcar, which is facing another $4 million operating budget deficit.
Milwaukee city leaders debated Thursday on what to do about The Hop streetcar, which is facing another $4 million operating budget deficit.
Wisconsin reckless driving; new bill targets dangerous drivers with towing
Wisconsin lawmakers have passed a bipartisan bill that would allow cars used in reckless driving incidents to be towed on the first offense – and possibly destroyed if fines are not paid.
Wisconsin lawmakers have passed a bipartisan bill that would allow cars used in reckless driving incidents to be towed on the first offense – and possibly destroyed if fines are not paid.