Honoring Rosa Parks: MCTS will keep a seat open, headlights shining on Thursday
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will keep a seat open and the headlights shining on its entire fleet on Thursday, December 1st.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will keep a seat open and the headlights shining on its entire fleet on Thursday, December 1st.
1 million from Wisconsin expected to travel this Thanksgiving: Smooth sailing at Mitchell Airport
MILWAUKEE -- It was a busy Wednesday, November 23rd at General Mitchell International Airport -- a travel day for many ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a busy Wednesday, November 23rd at General Mitchell International Airport -- a travel day for many ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Work continues on the Hank Aaron Trail: DOT has an update on when things could open
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.An update on the Hank Aaron State Trail:Just a quick update for the cyclists and bike commuters that are looking forward to the opening of the extension of the Hank Aaron Trail in Western Milwaukee County at the Zoo Interchange.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.An update on the Hank Aaron State Trail:Just a quick update for the cyclists and bike commuters that are looking forward to the opening of the extension of the Hank Aaron Trail in Western Milwaukee County at the Zoo Interchange.
Airbus A380 to conduct icing tests on new jet engine out of Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE -- Keep your eyes to the skies over Milwaukee for the next couple of weeks.
MILWAUKEE -- Keep your eyes to the skies over Milwaukee for the next couple of weeks.
Plane at Mitchell Airport with Hillary Clinton logo turns heads: What was it doing here?
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University men's basketball team is using an airplane with former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's logo.The airplane -- featuring a giant "H" on the tail -- turned heads when it parked near the Signature Air Support hangar at General Mitchell International Airport on the evening of Tuesday, November 15th.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University men's basketball team is using an airplane with former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's logo.The airplane -- featuring a giant "H" on the tail -- turned heads when it parked near the Signature Air Support hangar at General Mitchell International Airport on the evening of Tuesday, November 15th.
To celebrate 25 million M•CARD rides, MCTS is giving away 5 Golden Passes
MILWAUKEE -- To celebrate 25 million M•CARD rides, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is giving away five Golden M•CARDs.Each card will be personalized with the winner’s name and preloaded with a 31-Day Pass good for unlimited rides during those 31 days.The Golden M•CARD giveaway is free and open to anyone.
MILWAUKEE -- To celebrate 25 million M•CARD rides, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is giving away five Golden M•CARDs.Each card will be personalized with the winner’s name and preloaded with a 31-Day Pass good for unlimited rides during those 31 days.The Golden M•CARD giveaway is free and open to anyone.
Freeway Service Team aims to "keep the road flowing," so you can get home quicker
MILWAUKEE -- They are known as the "Freeway Service Team" -- and chances are you've seen their large, bright yellow trucks either on patrol or in action.
MILWAUKEE -- They are known as the "Freeway Service Team" -- and chances are you've seen their large, bright yellow trucks either on patrol or in action.
VIDEO: Crash leads to heavy delays on I-41/43/894 WB at 60th Street
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation said Sunday, November 13th a crash closed the two left lanes of I-41/43/894 westbound at 60th Street -- leading to delays from 60th Street to 76th Street.Officials with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office tell FOX6 News this crash involved two vehicles -- one that flipped onto its roof.No one was seriously hurt.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation said Sunday, November 13th a crash closed the two left lanes of I-41/43/894 westbound at 60th Street -- leading to delays from 60th Street to 76th Street.Officials with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office tell FOX6 News this crash involved two vehicles -- one that flipped onto its roof.No one was seriously hurt.
Hailed for her actions: MCTS bus driver helped 2 lost kids get back to their home
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is being hailed for actions she took to help two Milwaukee children out of a scary situation.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is being hailed for actions she took to help two Milwaukee children out of a scary situation.
More construction coming your way: What you can expect to see this weekend
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.Friday, November 11Overnight Full Closure I-41 South at Bluemound Road - 11PM - 6AM for a traffic switch which includes:
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.Friday, November 11Overnight Full Closure I-41 South at Bluemound Road - 11PM - 6AM for a traffic switch which includes:
TSA officials offer tips, showcase prohibited items ahead of busy holiday travel season
MILWAUKEE -- Ahead of the busy holiday season, TSA officials on Thursday, November 10th shared some helpful tips at General Mitchell International Airport.TSA officials displayed prohibited items, and offered holiday travel tips.The TSA screened more than 34 million people nationwide so far in 2016 -- up six-and-a-half percent from 2015.
MILWAUKEE -- Ahead of the busy holiday season, TSA officials on Thursday, November 10th shared some helpful tips at General Mitchell International Airport.TSA officials displayed prohibited items, and offered holiday travel tips.The TSA screened more than 34 million people nationwide so far in 2016 -- up six-and-a-half percent from 2015.
1 dead following semi vs. pedestrian accident on I-94 NB at College Avenue
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County medical examiner on Thursday, November 10th responded to the scene of semi vs.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County medical examiner on Thursday, November 10th responded to the scene of semi vs.
Want to cast your vote but don't have a ride? Volunteers are ready to help
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to election day, sometimes the biggest challenge is not deciding who to vote for -- but rather, how to get to the polls.It will likely be a full house at any given polling place around Milwaukee on Tuesday, November 8th.
MILWAUKEE -- When it comes to election day, sometimes the biggest challenge is not deciding who to vote for -- but rather, how to get to the polls.It will likely be a full house at any given polling place around Milwaukee on Tuesday, November 8th.
Delta adds nonstop flight between Milwaukee and Seattle
MILWAUKEE -- Delta Airlines is adding a new non-stop flight between Milwaukee and Seattle.Service between the two cities will begin in March.It also opens up easier connections to Delta's international network with easy connections to Japan, China and South Korea.General Mitchell International Airport already has two non-stop flights to Seattle from Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
MILWAUKEE -- Delta Airlines is adding a new non-stop flight between Milwaukee and Seattle.Service between the two cities will begin in March.It also opens up easier connections to Delta's international network with easy connections to Japan, China and South Korea.General Mitchell International Airport already has two non-stop flights to Seattle from Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
"A vacation is just not worth that:" Pregnant woman's difficulties getting airline refund
ADELL — If you're pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, the Zika virus is no doubt a big factor in your travel plans.
ADELL — If you're pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, the Zika virus is no doubt a big factor in your travel plans.
Crash involving semi, pickup truck causes backups on I-41/45 southbound at Swan Boulevard
WAUWATOSA -- The two right lanes of I-41/45 southbound was closed at Swan Boulevard Sunday, November 6th after a crash involving a semi and a pickup truck, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.It happened around 12:30 Sunday.
WAUWATOSA -- The two right lanes of I-41/45 southbound was closed at Swan Boulevard Sunday, November 6th after a crash involving a semi and a pickup truck, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.It happened around 12:30 Sunday.
Overnight closures coming to I-94 Friday night, how will it impact your commute?
MILWAUKEE-- Some closures are coming to I-94 Friday night, November 4th.
MILWAUKEE-- Some closures are coming to I-94 Friday night, November 4th.
Construction update: A look at everything that's going to impact your commute
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.Overnight Monday 10/31 the I-41/894 North lane closure will reopen.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about everything that's going to impact your commute.Overnight Monday 10/31 the I-41/894 North lane closure will reopen.
Man believed homeless struck by vehicle, killed on I-94 in Kenosha Co.; drug paraphernalia found
KENOSHA COUNTY -- Investigators are trying to determine why a pedestrian was crossing I-94 in Kenosha County at 3:00 a.m. Thursday, October 27th.
KENOSHA COUNTY -- Investigators are trying to determine why a pedestrian was crossing I-94 in Kenosha County at 3:00 a.m. Thursday, October 27th.
JobLines: A collaborative effort utilizing MCTS buses to connect people with jobs
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System is teaming up with organizations in the area to get folks connected with jobs.Routes 6 and 61 are now JobLines -- a collaboration between MCTS, the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin and MICAH (Milwaukee Inner-city Congregations Allied for Hope).It's an effort to connect Milwaukee residents with suburban job opportunities.According to MCTS, every day, nearly 1,000 riders use JobLines to take them from the heart of Milwaukee to Waukesha and Washington Counties for jobs they can depend on.Are you looking for a better paying job?
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System is teaming up with organizations in the area to get folks connected with jobs.Routes 6 and 61 are now JobLines -- a collaboration between MCTS, the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin and MICAH (Milwaukee Inner-city Congregations Allied for Hope).It's an effort to connect Milwaukee residents with suburban job opportunities.According to MCTS, every day, nearly 1,000 riders use JobLines to take them from the heart of Milwaukee to Waukesha and Washington Counties for jobs they can depend on.Are you looking for a better paying job?