"We're very excited:" Major milestone Friday as new I-94 WB lanes open in Zoo Interchange
MILWAUKEE -- Life for anyone heading west through the Zoo Interchange is about to get easier and safer.
MILWAUKEE -- Life for anyone heading west through the Zoo Interchange is about to get easier and safer.
American, Southwest Airlines signal rising airline fares ahead
DALLAS — American and Southwest are expecting average airfares to move higher the rest of this year, which would mark a shift from fare wars that have cut into profits and created turbulence for airline stock prices.Both carriers said Thursday that they see a key measure of revenue per mile rising in the fourth quarter compared with a year earlier.
DALLAS — American and Southwest are expecting average airfares to move higher the rest of this year, which would mark a shift from fare wars that have cut into profits and created turbulence for airline stock prices.Both carriers said Thursday that they see a key measure of revenue per mile rising in the fourth quarter compared with a year earlier.
Construction begins on Ryan Road interchange, $16M project to be complete next fall
OAK CREEK -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) began work on the reconstruction of the Ryan Road Interchange along I-94 in Milwaukee County on Wednesday, October 25th.
OAK CREEK -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) began work on the reconstruction of the Ryan Road Interchange along I-94 in Milwaukee County on Wednesday, October 25th.
TSA recovers loaded .45 caliber firearm in carry-on at Mitchell Airport; 12th in 2017
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) discovered a loaded firearm in a carry-on bag at Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport Wednesday morning, October 25th -- at a security screening checkpoint.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) discovered a loaded firearm in a carry-on bag at Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport Wednesday morning, October 25th -- at a security screening checkpoint.
Watch: MCTS bus driver rescues lost 5-year-old, found cold and barefoot
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is being praised for her great work in finding and helping a lost child.Karen Martinez was driving her bus route early Monday morning, October 9th, when she found a lost 5-year-old boy near the area of 84th and Lancaster just before 7:00 a.m..The young boy was cold and had no shoes or socks on.MCTS said Martinez brought him inside the bus to warm up as they waited for police to arrive.In the video, you can see a passenger on the bus helped by offering the young boy their coat to keep him warm.According to a MCTS Facebook post, investigators say the 5-year-old has been reunited with his family, thanks to Martinez.Officials said this is the fifth time in the past year that an MCTS bus driver has found lost children.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is being praised for her great work in finding and helping a lost child.Karen Martinez was driving her bus route early Monday morning, October 9th, when she found a lost 5-year-old boy near the area of 84th and Lancaster just before 7:00 a.m..The young boy was cold and had no shoes or socks on.MCTS said Martinez brought him inside the bus to warm up as they waited for police to arrive.In the video, you can see a passenger on the bus helped by offering the young boy their coat to keep him warm.According to a MCTS Facebook post, investigators say the 5-year-old has been reunited with his family, thanks to Martinez.Officials said this is the fifth time in the past year that an MCTS bus driver has found lost children.
Overnight full closures: 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 could impact your commute.Friday, October 20Overnight Full Closure I-41/894 North at National Avenue for traffic switch - 11PM - 7AMMonday, October 23Overnight Full Closure I-94 West at 84th Street for pavement marking - 11PM - 5AMWednesday, October 25Overnight Full Closure I-94 West at the Zoo Interchange for traffic switch - 10PM - 5AMThursday, October 26Overnight Full Closure I-94 West at the Zoo Interchange for traffic switch - 10PM - 5AMWith this traffic switch traffic will be shifted onto the new lanes of I-94 West and the I-94 West exit ramp to WIS 100 opens by 5AM Friday, October 27 (Including access from the I-41/894 North to I-94 West and I-41 South to I-94 West system ramps)WIS 100 entrance ramp to I-94 West opens by 5AM Friday, October 27
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.Friday, October 20Overnight Full Closure I-41/894 North at National Avenue for traffic switch - 11PM - 7AMMonday, October 23Overnight Full Closure I-94 West at 84th Street for pavement marking - 11PM - 5AMWednesday, October 25Overnight Full Closure I-94 West at the Zoo Interchange for traffic switch - 10PM - 5AMThursday, October 26Overnight Full Closure I-94 West at the Zoo Interchange for traffic switch - 10PM - 5AMWith this traffic switch traffic will be shifted onto the new lanes of I-94 West and the I-94 West exit ramp to WIS 100 opens by 5AM Friday, October 27 (Including access from the I-41/894 North to I-94 West and I-41 South to I-94 West system ramps)WIS 100 entrance ramp to I-94 West opens by 5AM Friday, October 27
FAA urges worldwide ban: Laptops in checked bags pose fire, explosion risk
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government is urging the world airline community to ban large, personal electronic devices like laptops from checked luggage because of the potential for a catastrophic fire.The Federal Aviation Administration said in a paper filed recently with a U.N. agency that its tests show that when a laptop's rechargeable lithium-ion battery overheats in close proximity to an aerosol spray can, it can cause an explosion capable of disabling an airliner's fire suppression system.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government is urging the world airline community to ban large, personal electronic devices like laptops from checked luggage because of the potential for a catastrophic fire.The Federal Aviation Administration said in a paper filed recently with a U.N. agency that its tests show that when a laptop's rechargeable lithium-ion battery overheats in close proximity to an aerosol spray can, it can cause an explosion capable of disabling an airliner's fire suppression system.
HeartSaver Heroes: 1st responders honored after using AED to save airport worker's life 👍
MILWAUKEE -- Three Milwaukee County sheriff's deputies and the captain of the Airport Division were recognized as "HeartSaver Heroes" by the American Heart Association Thursday, October 19th during a special ceremony at General Mitchell International Airport.Deputies Steven Gunn, Cary Startz and Daniel Zielinski, Captain Mark Witek and Joshua Jackson were recognized as HeartSaver Heroes.According to a press release, Jackson in November of 2016 began performing CPR on his co-worker, Moira Glavan, who experienced sudden cardiac arrest inside Concourse E at the airport.Gunn, Startz and Zielinski, along with Witek, responded to the call with an AED (automated external defibrillator) and shocked her heart back into rhythm.Gunn took turns alternating chest compressions and rescue breaths along with the team from Airport Fire Rescue 9, where Glavan's husband is a firefighter, until she was revived.PHOTO GALLERYDuring the ceremony, Gunn said this was emotional for him because his father died when he was 13 from a heart attack.According to the release, the HeartSaver Hero award is presented to people who take action to save a life outside of a hospital setting by performing CPR and/or employing the use of an AED.
MILWAUKEE -- Three Milwaukee County sheriff's deputies and the captain of the Airport Division were recognized as "HeartSaver Heroes" by the American Heart Association Thursday, October 19th during a special ceremony at General Mitchell International Airport.Deputies Steven Gunn, Cary Startz and Daniel Zielinski, Captain Mark Witek and Joshua Jackson were recognized as HeartSaver Heroes.According to a press release, Jackson in November of 2016 began performing CPR on his co-worker, Moira Glavan, who experienced sudden cardiac arrest inside Concourse E at the airport.Gunn, Startz and Zielinski, along with Witek, responded to the call with an AED (automated external defibrillator) and shocked her heart back into rhythm.Gunn took turns alternating chest compressions and rescue breaths along with the team from Airport Fire Rescue 9, where Glavan's husband is a firefighter, until she was revived.PHOTO GALLERYDuring the ceremony, Gunn said this was emotional for him because his father died when he was 13 from a heart attack.According to the release, the HeartSaver Hero award is presented to people who take action to save a life outside of a hospital setting by performing CPR and/or employing the use of an AED.
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 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.
Southwest Airlines kicks off 72-hour sale with deals as low as $49
DALLAS — Southwest Airlines kicked off a 72-hour sale on Tuesday that includes deals from as low as $49 for a one-way flight.The sale is for flights on certain dates and includes restrictions, including no travel on Fridays and Sundays.Travel in the U.S. is valid from Oct. 31 to Dec. 19, and Jan. 3 to Feb. 14.Tickets for those traveling to or from San Juan, Puerto Rico, are valid from Oct. 31 to Dec. 7, and Jan. 16 to March 1.Low fares for international travel is available from Oct. 31 to Dec. 13, and Jan. 10 to March 2.The sale ends October 12.
DALLAS — Southwest Airlines kicked off a 72-hour sale on Tuesday that includes deals from as low as $49 for a one-way flight.The sale is for flights on certain dates and includes restrictions, including no travel on Fridays and Sundays.Travel in the U.S. is valid from Oct. 31 to Dec. 19, and Jan. 3 to Feb. 14.Tickets for those traveling to or from San Juan, Puerto Rico, are valid from Oct. 31 to Dec. 7, and Jan. 16 to March 1.Low fares for international travel is available from Oct. 31 to Dec. 13, and Jan. 10 to March 2.The sale ends October 12.
Construction update: List of closures 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.Zoo Interchange ProjectWednesday, October 11Overnight Full Closure I-94 East at WIS 100 for equipment mobilization - 11:59PM - 4:30AMOvernight Full closure I-94 WB at 84th St for pavement marking.Meinecke Street Bridge ProjectMonday, October 9 - Thursday, October 12Nightly Overnight Full Closure I-41 North at Mayfair Road for bridge deck stripping and painting- 10PM - 5AM
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.Zoo Interchange ProjectWednesday, October 11Overnight Full Closure I-94 East at WIS 100 for equipment mobilization - 11:59PM - 4:30AMOvernight Full closure I-94 WB at 84th St for pavement marking.Meinecke Street Bridge ProjectMonday, October 9 - Thursday, October 12Nightly Overnight Full Closure I-41 North at Mayfair Road for bridge deck stripping and painting- 10PM - 5AM
"Amazing low fares:" Frontier launches new daily nonstop service from Milwaukee to Miami 🌴
MILWAUKEE -- Frontier Airlines launched its new daily nonstop service from Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Miami International Airport with a celebration in the gate area Thursday morning, October 5th.“As we get closer to winter, many travelers ensure their beach vacations are planned, and these new flights from Frontier give our community great access to Miami,” Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele said in a news release. “I’m confident that Frontier will be successful in this market.
MILWAUKEE -- Frontier Airlines launched its new daily nonstop service from Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Miami International Airport with a celebration in the gate area Thursday morning, October 5th.“As we get closer to winter, many travelers ensure their beach vacations are planned, and these new flights from Frontier give our community great access to Miami,” Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele said in a news release. “I’m confident that Frontier will be successful in this market.
"Pray for everyone in Vegas:" Airline passengers head to Nevada with mass shooting on their minds
MILWAUKEE -- As news comes from Las Vegas about the mass shooting that killed more than 50, and injured more than 500, many on Monday, October 2nd were headed there for vacations and business.
MILWAUKEE -- As news comes from Las Vegas about the mass shooting that killed more than 50, and injured more than 500, many on Monday, October 2nd were headed there for vacations and business.
Overnight full closures: List of upcoming construction that could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with a look at everything that is going to impact your commute.Zoo Interchange ProjectFriday, September 29Overnight Full Closure I-41 South at Bluemound Road for traffic switch - 10PM - 9AMOvernight Full Closure I-94 East to I-41/894 South system ramp for traffic switch - 8PM - 9AM*National Avenue entrance ramp to I-41/894 South closes - 8PM - late 2017Saturday, September 30*Greenfield Avenue entrance ramp to I-41/894 South reopens by 9AMSunday October 1Overnight Full Closure I-41 South at BluemoundValley Bridges/Marquette Interchange ProjectFriday, September 29Weekend Full Closure I-94 East to I-794 East at the Marquette Interchange for bridge deck overlay, painting and lighting work - 11PM - 5:30 AM Monday,October 2(Includes full closure of 25th Street entrance ramp to I-94 East)I-794 East is fully accessible from I-43 North and I-43 SouthIt will be a nice weekend.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with a look at everything that is going to impact your commute.Zoo Interchange ProjectFriday, September 29Overnight Full Closure I-41 South at Bluemound Road for traffic switch - 10PM - 9AMOvernight Full Closure I-94 East to I-41/894 South system ramp for traffic switch - 8PM - 9AM*National Avenue entrance ramp to I-41/894 South closes - 8PM - late 2017Saturday, September 30*Greenfield Avenue entrance ramp to I-41/894 South reopens by 9AMSunday October 1Overnight Full Closure I-41 South at BluemoundValley Bridges/Marquette Interchange ProjectFriday, September 29Weekend Full Closure I-94 East to I-794 East at the Marquette Interchange for bridge deck overlay, painting and lighting work - 11PM - 5:30 AM Monday,October 2(Includes full closure of 25th Street entrance ramp to I-94 East)I-794 East is fully accessible from I-43 North and I-43 SouthIt will be a nice weekend.
Police drag woman off Southwest Airlines flight after telling crew about pet allergy
LOS ANGELES -- A Southwest Airlines passenger who said she had a life-threatening pet allergy was physically removed from a Los Angeles-bound plane prior to taking off in Baltimore Tuesday, and the incident was captured by fellow passengers on video, according to KTLA.
LOS ANGELES -- A Southwest Airlines passenger who said she had a life-threatening pet allergy was physically removed from a Los Angeles-bound plane prior to taking off in Baltimore Tuesday, and the incident was captured by fellow passengers on video, according to KTLA.
Attention drivers: This upcoming construction, closures could impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Construction is picking up with changes coming to I-94 and the Zoo Interchange.
MILWAUKEE -- Construction is picking up with changes coming to I-94 and the Zoo Interchange.
Watch: Bus driver hailed for helping man who had fallen, couldn't get back to his walker
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is hailing another one of its bus drivers for going above and beyond the call of duty.Latasha James was recently driving on 27th St.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is hailing another one of its bus drivers for going above and beyond the call of duty.Latasha James was recently driving on 27th St.
Overnight full closures: A look at 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.Saturday Morning (9/16) Ramp Closures for Al's Run:The I-794 East and I-794 West exit ramps to Lincoln Memorial Drive will be closed from 6am to 1pmThe I-794 East exit ramp to Jackson/ Van Buren will be closed from 6am to 1pmIf people are heading to the lakefront they will want to exit early at 13th or at St.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the upcoming construction that could impact your commute.Saturday Morning (9/16) Ramp Closures for Al's Run:The I-794 East and I-794 West exit ramps to Lincoln Memorial Drive will be closed from 6am to 1pmThe I-794 East exit ramp to Jackson/ Van Buren will be closed from 6am to 1pmIf people are heading to the lakefront they will want to exit early at 13th or at St.