"Give yourself plenty of time:" Thousands more expected to hit the road & the air this Thanksgiving
MILWAUKEE -- By ground or by air, plenty of people plan to travel this Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
MILWAUKEE -- By ground or by air, plenty of people plan to travel this Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
WisDOT completes major S. 27th project milestone in time for holiday season
FRANKLIN/OAK CREEK -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has completed a major WIS 241 (S.27th Street) project milestone in time for the holiday shopping season.The reconstruction project stretches from south of Drexel Avenue to north of College Avenue, in Milwaukee County.On Monday, November 16, crews successfully switched traffic to have northbound motorists driving on the newly constructed concrete pavement.
FRANKLIN/OAK CREEK -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has completed a major WIS 241 (S.27th Street) project milestone in time for the holiday shopping season.The reconstruction project stretches from south of Drexel Avenue to north of College Avenue, in Milwaukee County.On Monday, November 16, crews successfully switched traffic to have northbound motorists driving on the newly constructed concrete pavement.
Mitchell Airport officials expect 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related travel this year
MILWAUKEE -- General Mitchell International Airport officials are expecting a 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related traffic compared with last year.Airline officials project that more than 201,000 passengers will use the airport between November 20th and November 30th.The busiest days are likely to be Wednesday, November 25th and Sunday, November 29th.On those days, the airport could see 21,000 passengers each day -- about 2,000 more than an average day.The least busy travel day will be Thanksgiving Day itself, when airport officials expect about 12,000 travelers.CLICK HERE for Thanksgiving travel tips via the TSA.CLICK HERE for arrivals, departures, flight schedule information, and more at MitchellAirport.com.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
MILWAUKEE -- General Mitchell International Airport officials are expecting a 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related traffic compared with last year.Airline officials project that more than 201,000 passengers will use the airport between November 20th and November 30th.The busiest days are likely to be Wednesday, November 25th and Sunday, November 29th.On those days, the airport could see 21,000 passengers each day -- about 2,000 more than an average day.The least busy travel day will be Thanksgiving Day itself, when airport officials expect about 12,000 travelers.CLICK HERE for Thanksgiving travel tips via the TSA.CLICK HERE for arrivals, departures, flight schedule information, and more at MitchellAirport.com.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Drivers take note: Changes are coming to the Zoo Interchange & Hoan Bridge Project
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with details on changes to the Zoo Interchange and Hoan Bridge projects.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with details on changes to the Zoo Interchange and Hoan Bridge projects.
MCTS renames popular "GreenLine" the Favre Line ahead of "Ring of Honor" induction ceremony
MILWAUKEE -- Green Bay Packers fans have a unique way to celebrate Brett Favre in the lead up to his "Ring of Honor" induction ceremony on Thanksgiving night -- by riding the bus.The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is honorarily renaming the popular GreenLine, the FAVRE LINE, in honor of Favre.The honorary renaming will last for one week, from November 19th until Thanksgiving.
MILWAUKEE -- Green Bay Packers fans have a unique way to celebrate Brett Favre in the lead up to his "Ring of Honor" induction ceremony on Thanksgiving night -- by riding the bus.The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is honorarily renaming the popular GreenLine, the FAVRE LINE, in honor of Favre.The honorary renaming will last for one week, from November 19th until Thanksgiving.
Travel agent says there's concern after Paris attacks: "If I feel it's not safe, I'll be the first to say it"
MILWAUKEE -- After the Paris terror attacks on Friday, November 13th, many airlines are waiving change fees for flights to and from Paris.
MILWAUKEE -- After the Paris terror attacks on Friday, November 13th, many airlines are waiving change fees for flights to and from Paris.
WisDOT: Most road construction will be done in time for Thanksgiving travel
MILWAUKEE -- Although most major highway construction projects have concluded for the year, drivers may encounter some ongoing road work as well as heavy traffic during the Thanksgiving holiday, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).“Drivers generally won’t have to deal with detours on major highways due to construction projects, but there are some areas where lane restrictions and reduced speeds may still be in effect,” said Don Greuel, WisDOT chief project services engineer.Traffic is expected to be heavy on Friday, November 20, as deer hunters begin to flock to the woods and again on Wednesday, November 25, when motorists travel to join friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday.
MILWAUKEE -- Although most major highway construction projects have concluded for the year, drivers may encounter some ongoing road work as well as heavy traffic during the Thanksgiving holiday, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).“Drivers generally won’t have to deal with detours on major highways due to construction projects, but there are some areas where lane restrictions and reduced speeds may still be in effect,” said Don Greuel, WisDOT chief project services engineer.Traffic is expected to be heavy on Friday, November 20, as deer hunters begin to flock to the woods and again on Wednesday, November 25, when motorists travel to join friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Aerial trespassing? Local battle over drone use highlights patchwork of laws and regulations
RICHFIELD -- So you want a drone for Christmas?
RICHFIELD -- So you want a drone for Christmas?
"We're ahead of schedule:" That means no more "Zipper Merge" for drivers on I-94!
MILWAUKEE -- The "Zipper Merge" is now gone.
MILWAUKEE -- The "Zipper Merge" is now gone.
"We'll have our lanes back:" Wisconsin DOT pulls the plug on I-94 'zipper merge'
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced all lanes on westbound I-94 leaving Milwaukee, will be open for business beginning Sunday, November 15th.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced all lanes on westbound I-94 leaving Milwaukee, will be open for business beginning Sunday, November 15th.
Big News: I-94 WEST lane closure at 68th St. scheduled to re-open this weekend
MILWAUKEE -- The I-94 west lane closure at 68th Street is scheduled to re-open this weekend!
MILWAUKEE -- The I-94 west lane closure at 68th Street is scheduled to re-open this weekend!
Drivers take note: WisDOT to resume demolishing WIS 67 bridge over I-94 in Waukesha Co.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is scheduled to resume demolishing the WIS 67 (northbound) Bridge over I-94, in Waukesha County.Crews began the anticipated four-night operation Monday night, but postponed work Wednesday and Thursday due to weather conditions.Work is scheduled to continue tonight (Friday, November 13).
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is scheduled to resume demolishing the WIS 67 (northbound) Bridge over I-94, in Waukesha County.Crews began the anticipated four-night operation Monday night, but postponed work Wednesday and Thursday due to weather conditions.Work is scheduled to continue tonight (Friday, November 13).
“This is the latest upgrade:" MCTS riders with M•CARD can buy 1-Day Pass on bus
MILWAUKEE -- Passengers using the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) have another new technology update to make riding easier.
MILWAUKEE -- Passengers using the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) have another new technology update to make riding easier.
Drivers take note: DOT utility survey work will impact I-43 in Milwaukee County next week
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will be performing a utility survey which will have some impacts along I-43 in Milwaukee County.The work will begin on Monday, November 16th and is expected to be completed by the weeks end.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will be performing a utility survey which will have some impacts along I-43 in Milwaukee County.The work will begin on Monday, November 16th and is expected to be completed by the weeks end.
Packers fans take note: Prepare to deal with construction around Green Bay
GREEN BAY -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northeast Region Office is reminding motorists heading to Lambeau Field on Sunday, November 15 for the Green Bay Packers/Detroit Lions football game that I-41 and adjacent roadways from Oneida Street north to Lineville Road in Brown County are under construction.
GREEN BAY -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northeast Region Office is reminding motorists heading to Lambeau Field on Sunday, November 15 for the Green Bay Packers/Detroit Lions football game that I-41 and adjacent roadways from Oneida Street north to Lineville Road in Brown County are under construction.
Two killed in crash with total of four victims on Highway 16 in Waukesha County
NASHOTAH -- Officials in Waukesha County say two people were killed in a crash on Highway 16 near Highway C in the Village of Nashotah in Waukesha County on Sunday evening, November 8th.This "large motor vehicle accident" happened around 7:15 p.m.Upon arrival, deputies discovered a total of four victims.A 24-year-old Pewaukee man was pronounced dead at the scene.A 68-year-old Watertown woman was pronounced dead at the scene.A 69-year-old Watertown man was taken to the hospital with "extensive injuries."A 37-year-old Oconomowoc woman was taken to the hospital with injuries.Deputies from the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department responded along with members of the City of Delafield Police Department, Village of Chenequa Police Department, Village of Oconomowoc Lake Police Department, Town of Oconomowoc Police Department, Hartland Fire Department, Stone Bank Fire Department, and Lake Country Fire Department.This crash remains under investigation.
NASHOTAH -- Officials in Waukesha County say two people were killed in a crash on Highway 16 near Highway C in the Village of Nashotah in Waukesha County on Sunday evening, November 8th.This "large motor vehicle accident" happened around 7:15 p.m.Upon arrival, deputies discovered a total of four victims.A 24-year-old Pewaukee man was pronounced dead at the scene.A 68-year-old Watertown woman was pronounced dead at the scene.A 69-year-old Watertown man was taken to the hospital with "extensive injuries."A 37-year-old Oconomowoc woman was taken to the hospital with injuries.Deputies from the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department responded along with members of the City of Delafield Police Department, Village of Chenequa Police Department, Village of Oconomowoc Lake Police Department, Town of Oconomowoc Police Department, Hartland Fire Department, Stone Bank Fire Department, and Lake Country Fire Department.This crash remains under investigation.
Smoke seen coming from engine of private plane at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE -- Smoke was seen coming from the engine of a private plane at Mitchell International Airport on Thursday evening, November 5th.Officials with the airport say no injuries have been reported on the plane (Cessna).The plane was stopped and parked -- with no further smoke being seen from the engine.
MILWAUKEE -- Smoke was seen coming from the engine of a private plane at Mitchell International Airport on Thursday evening, November 5th.Officials with the airport say no injuries have been reported on the plane (Cessna).The plane was stopped and parked -- with no further smoke being seen from the engine.
Drivers take note: 70 m.p.h. speed limit added to several new routes in southeast Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE -- A few more stretches of Wisconsin roadway are seeing their speed limits increase this week.
MILWAUKEE -- A few more stretches of Wisconsin roadway are seeing their speed limits increase this week.
Wisconsin DOT: Drivers logged more than 60 billion miles in Wisconsin in 2014
MILWAUKEE -- Drivers traveled over 60 billion miles in Wisconsin last year, an increase of more than 550 million miles compared to 2013.
MILWAUKEE -- Drivers traveled over 60 billion miles in Wisconsin last year, an increase of more than 550 million miles compared to 2013.
Wisconsin part of $25 million federal grant for Midwest truck parking information system
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced Thursday, October 29th it has joined with seven other states to receive a $25 million grant from the US Department of Transportation to expand a real-time truck parking information system throughout the Midwest.“As the economy continues to grow in Wisconsin and the Midwest, we are seeing growth in truck traffic.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced Thursday, October 29th it has joined with seven other states to receive a $25 million grant from the US Department of Transportation to expand a real-time truck parking information system throughout the Midwest.“As the economy continues to grow in Wisconsin and the Midwest, we are seeing growth in truck traffic.