Vote pushed back: Union leaders say bus drivers to vote on latest contract offer Oct. 5th
MILWAUKEE -- The members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 will not vote on the latest contract offer from the Milwaukee County Transit System until Monday, October 5th.
MILWAUKEE -- The members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 will not vote on the latest contract offer from the Milwaukee County Transit System until Monday, October 5th.
New options for air travelers: Frontier to have nonstop service to two Florida destinations
MILWAUKEE -- Frontier Airlines announced on Tuesday, September 29th that will soon have daily, nonstop service from Milwaukee to Fort Myers (beginning December 19th) and Milwaukee to Orlando (beginning January 5th).
MILWAUKEE -- Frontier Airlines announced on Tuesday, September 29th that will soon have daily, nonstop service from Milwaukee to Fort Myers (beginning December 19th) and Milwaukee to Orlando (beginning January 5th).
United flight en route from Denver lands safely at Mitchell Airport after apparent mechanical issue
MILWAUKEE -- A General Mitchell International Airport spokeswoman tells FOX6 News United Flight 5330 en route to Milwaukee from Denver landed safely Sunday evening, September 27th after experiencing an apparent mechanical issue while on the taxiway.The aircraft landed safely as scheduled around 7:00 p.m.Once the aircraft landed, we're told the pilot reported an apparent mechanical issue while the plane was on the taxiway.
MILWAUKEE -- A General Mitchell International Airport spokeswoman tells FOX6 News United Flight 5330 en route to Milwaukee from Denver landed safely Sunday evening, September 27th after experiencing an apparent mechanical issue while on the taxiway.The aircraft landed safely as scheduled around 7:00 p.m.Once the aircraft landed, we're told the pilot reported an apparent mechanical issue while the plane was on the taxiway.
FAA investigating after aircraft slid off runway at West Bend Municipal Airport
WEST BEND -- An investigation is underway after an aircraft experienced a mishap on Saturday, September 26th at the West Bend Municipal Airport.It happened around 4:00 p.m.West Bend police say a preliminary investigation revealed a 59-year-old Iowa man had attempted to land his Piper Comanche single engine plane, and during touchdown, the landing gear was damaged, causing the plane to leave the runway.The plane came to rest in the grass, just off the runway.The pilot was alone an uninjured.No other injuries were reported.The FAA was contacted and will be taking over the investigation.
WEST BEND -- An investigation is underway after an aircraft experienced a mishap on Saturday, September 26th at the West Bend Municipal Airport.It happened around 4:00 p.m.West Bend police say a preliminary investigation revealed a 59-year-old Iowa man had attempted to land his Piper Comanche single engine plane, and during touchdown, the landing gear was damaged, causing the plane to leave the runway.The plane came to rest in the grass, just off the runway.The pilot was alone an uninjured.No other injuries were reported.The FAA was contacted and will be taking over the investigation.
Ryan Luck provides construction update on Zoo Interchange project, Hoan Bridge
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with an update on the Zoo Interchange and the Hoan Bridge project.
MILWAUKEE -- Ryan Luck with the Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp with an update on the Zoo Interchange and the Hoan Bridge project.
Thank you for making wishes take flight for Make-a-Wish Wisconsin!
MILWAUKEE -- The FOX6 Wishes in Flight phone bank is now closed.But you can still make a generous donation of your unused airline miles – and remember, donated miles NEVER expire!Make-A-Wish Wisconsin needs about 1,200 round trip flights each year to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.
MILWAUKEE -- The FOX6 Wishes in Flight phone bank is now closed.But you can still make a generous donation of your unused airline miles – and remember, donated miles NEVER expire!Make-A-Wish Wisconsin needs about 1,200 round trip flights each year to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.
"He should get his job back:" MCTS releases video showing fight involving bus driver, passengers
MILWAUKEE -- The video is startling.
MILWAUKEE -- The video is startling.
"Nearly unanimous:" Bus drivers union leaders to announce results of 'no confidence' vote on Abele
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers union, announced the results of a "no confidence" vote for Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Thursday evening, September 24th.
MILWAUKEE -- Leaders of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the Milwaukee County Transit System bus drivers union, announced the results of a "no confidence" vote for Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele on Thursday evening, September 24th.
First responders simulate plane crash at Mitchell Airport: "Train for real life and hope it never happens"
MILWAUKEE -- The training is critical, and required by the Federal Aviation Administration.
MILWAUKEE -- The training is critical, and required by the Federal Aviation Administration.
"Drive defensively:" WisDOT launches social media messages on the 'Move Over Law'
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) launched a social media campaign this week in an effort to increase compliance with the state’s Move Over Law.The Move Over Law requires drivers to move over or slow down when encountering law enforcement officers, highway maintenance crews, tow truck operators and others who work on the side of roads within a few feet of fast-moving traffic.Authorities hope to drive points home with videos from people who experienced first-hand what happens when you don't pull over.Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke also has a message for drivers who might make risky decisions behind the wheel."Drive defensively pay attention to your surroundings put all the communication devices down," said Clarke.There are penalties for not adhering to the Move Over Law.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) launched a social media campaign this week in an effort to increase compliance with the state’s Move Over Law.The Move Over Law requires drivers to move over or slow down when encountering law enforcement officers, highway maintenance crews, tow truck operators and others who work on the side of roads within a few feet of fast-moving traffic.Authorities hope to drive points home with videos from people who experienced first-hand what happens when you don't pull over.Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke also has a message for drivers who might make risky decisions behind the wheel."Drive defensively pay attention to your surroundings put all the communication devices down," said Clarke.There are penalties for not adhering to the Move Over Law.
American stops flights to three airports amid computer woes
DALLAS — American Airlines has stopped flights heading to Dallas, Chicago and Miami because of a computer-systems problem.Airline spokesman Casey Norton said Thursday that the outage began around 11 a.m. CDT.Norton says the airline doesn't know the cause of the problem but is working to fix it.The Federal Aviation Administration says American planes destined for Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, O'Hare Airport in Chicago and Miami International Airport are being held on the ground.
DALLAS — American Airlines has stopped flights heading to Dallas, Chicago and Miami because of a computer-systems problem.Airline spokesman Casey Norton said Thursday that the outage began around 11 a.m. CDT.Norton says the airline doesn't know the cause of the problem but is working to fix it.The Federal Aviation Administration says American planes destined for Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, O'Hare Airport in Chicago and Miami International Airport are being held on the ground.
Bus driver fired over altercation with passengers: "They was spitting at each other for a minute"
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is fired after video surfaces on Facebook showing him punching a passenger in the street.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is fired after video surfaces on Facebook showing him punching a passenger in the street.
Video: Traffic camera shows semi slamming into sound barrier in Plainfield Curve
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation released traffic camera video on Thursday, September 10th which shows a wreck involving a semi in the Plainfield Curve on Milwaukee's south side.The wreck happened around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8th.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation released traffic camera video on Thursday, September 10th which shows a wreck involving a semi in the Plainfield Curve on Milwaukee's south side.The wreck happened around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8th.
MCTS spokesman: ATU Local 998 leaders request formal contract proposal for vote
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations continue between the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the MCTS bus drivers union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998.
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations continue between the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the MCTS bus drivers union, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998.
DOT: August the deadliest month on the road this year with 61 traffic fatalities
MILWAUKEE -- With 61 traffic fatalities, August was the deadliest month on Wisconsin roads so far this year.However, traffic fatalities last month also were seven fewer than August 2014 and four fewer than the five-year average for the month August, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).“In the last five years, August on average has been the worst month for traffic fatalities.
MILWAUKEE -- With 61 traffic fatalities, August was the deadliest month on Wisconsin roads so far this year.However, traffic fatalities last month also were seven fewer than August 2014 and four fewer than the five-year average for the month August, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).“In the last five years, August on average has been the worst month for traffic fatalities.
DOT: Construction on most major highways will be halted for Labor Day weekend
MILWAUKEE -- Even though summer is drawing to a close, many highway construction projects are still in progress throughout the state.
MILWAUKEE -- Even though summer is drawing to a close, many highway construction projects are still in progress throughout the state.
Order yours now: WisDOT begins issuing new license plate featuring American Bald Eagle
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is now issuing a new Endangered Resources license plate that features a photo rendition of an American Bald Eagle.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is now issuing a new Endangered Resources license plate that features a photo rendition of an American Bald Eagle.
"There will be more kids out:" New flashing beacon signs installed at three school crosswalks
WAUWATOSA -- Children in Wauwatosa will have a much safer walk to school this year as a result of the installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon signs at three school crosswalks.
WAUWATOSA -- Children in Wauwatosa will have a much safer walk to school this year as a result of the installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon signs at three school crosswalks.
"It's very dire out west:" Red Cross volunteer departs for Idaho to help wildfire victims
MILWAUKEE -- A Red Cross volunteer from southeast Wisconsin is heading west -- as wildfires spread in the Northwest.
MILWAUKEE -- A Red Cross volunteer from southeast Wisconsin is heading west -- as wildfires spread in the Northwest.
One hurt when fire truck overturns on runway at Mitchell Intl. Airport
MILWAUKEE -- Operations at Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee County have returned to normal following a truck crash.Authorities say one person was injured when a truck belonging to the airport's fire department overturned during a training exercise at the airfield Friday morning, August 28thThe accident temporarily interrupted air traffic while emergency crews responded to the accident.
MILWAUKEE -- Operations at Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee County have returned to normal following a truck crash.Authorities say one person was injured when a truck belonging to the airport's fire department overturned during a training exercise at the airfield Friday morning, August 28thThe accident temporarily interrupted air traffic while emergency crews responded to the accident.