Drivers take note: Changes are coming to Zoo Interchange, Hoan Bridge projects
MILWAUKEE -- Another overnight shift is coming to the Zoo Interchange next week.
MILWAUKEE -- Another overnight shift is coming to the Zoo Interchange next week.
"It felt good doing a good deed:" Milwaukee bus driver's act of kindness goes a long way
MILWAUKEE -- Sometimes the simplest acts can be the most memorable.
MILWAUKEE -- Sometimes the simplest acts can be the most memorable.
Making progress: MCTS, bus drivers union close in on contract agreement
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations between the Milwaukee County Transit System and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 are apparently making progress toward an agreement.Officials with the county said on Friday, August 21st that both sides are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.Both side will be back at the bargaining table on September 3rd to try and reach a deal.
MILWAUKEE -- Contract negotiations between the Milwaukee County Transit System and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 are apparently making progress toward an agreement.Officials with the county said on Friday, August 21st that both sides are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.Both side will be back at the bargaining table on September 3rd to try and reach a deal.
Drivers take note: New traffic configuration now in play on southbound US 45
MILWAUKEE -- On Thursday morning, August 20, the Zoo Interchange project is scheduled to shift US 45 south traffic to the west onto newly constructed lanes, just south of Watertown Plank Road.With this traffic switch, the US 45 south ramp to Bluemound Road will open.Motorists on US 45 south will notice that the decision point to enter the ramp to I-94 east will move 3/4 of a mile north and access to this ramp will no longer be available from the Watertown Plank Road southbound entrance ramps during construction.Traffic on Watertown Plank Road wishing to access I-94 east should utilize WIS 100 or 84th Street.
MILWAUKEE -- On Thursday morning, August 20, the Zoo Interchange project is scheduled to shift US 45 south traffic to the west onto newly constructed lanes, just south of Watertown Plank Road.With this traffic switch, the US 45 south ramp to Bluemound Road will open.Motorists on US 45 south will notice that the decision point to enter the ramp to I-94 east will move 3/4 of a mile north and access to this ramp will no longer be available from the Watertown Plank Road southbound entrance ramps during construction.Traffic on Watertown Plank Road wishing to access I-94 east should utilize WIS 100 or 84th Street.
Behind the scenes: Here’s how American Airlines treats high profile flyers
MILWAUKEE -- The airport we know is full of people, noise and lines.
MILWAUKEE -- The airport we know is full of people, noise and lines.
Rehabilitation project to get underway on US 41/45 in Washington County
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Beginning August 17, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is scheduled to start work on a rehabilitation project on US 41/45.The project limits extend from the Washington/Waukesha County Line to the US 41/45 split, in Washington County, a distance of roughly six-and-a-half miles.The project will do concrete base repair and resurfacing throughout the project limits; install a high friction surface treatment, while building up the curve banking from Friedstadt Road to Holy Hill Road; and reconstruct the southbound bridge at the US 41/45 split.The initial work involves concrete base patching and shoulder widening.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Beginning August 17, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is scheduled to start work on a rehabilitation project on US 41/45.The project limits extend from the Washington/Waukesha County Line to the US 41/45 split, in Washington County, a distance of roughly six-and-a-half miles.The project will do concrete base repair and resurfacing throughout the project limits; install a high friction surface treatment, while building up the curve banking from Friedstadt Road to Holy Hill Road; and reconstruct the southbound bridge at the US 41/45 split.The initial work involves concrete base patching and shoulder widening.
American Family Insurance receives exemption from FAA to use drones after disasters
MADISON -- American Family Insurance is taking to the sky to test a new approach to catastrophe response.The Madison-based insurance company received an exemption from the FAA to use drones.
MADISON -- American Family Insurance is taking to the sky to test a new approach to catastrophe response.The Madison-based insurance company received an exemption from the FAA to use drones.
Contract negotiations: MCTS officials, union leaders to sit down with federal mediator August 21st
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials said Monday, August 10th MCTS and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continue to make progress toward a contract agreement.According to MCTS, bus drivers' union officials and MCTS officials are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.The parties will resume negotiations with the assistance of a federal mediator on Friday, August 21st in an effort to reach an agreement on a contract.In late July, supporters of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, protested with a camel outside Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's condo -- saying they're still upset over the contract dispute that led to a three-day strike in early July.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Transit System officials said Monday, August 10th MCTS and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continue to make progress toward a contract agreement.According to MCTS, bus drivers' union officials and MCTS officials are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.The parties will resume negotiations with the assistance of a federal mediator on Friday, August 21st in an effort to reach an agreement on a contract.In late July, supporters of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, protested with a camel outside Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's condo -- saying they're still upset over the contract dispute that led to a three-day strike in early July.
Closures coming around I-43 and Silver Spring Drive for pavement repairs
MILWAUKEE -- On Tuesday, August 11th, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will begin a series of closures around I-43 and Silver Spring Drive.Tuesday, August 11
MILWAUKEE -- On Tuesday, August 11th, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will begin a series of closures around I-43 and Silver Spring Drive.Tuesday, August 11
Headed to State Fair? Before you get in the car check out the DOT's "Get Around Guide"
MILWAUKEE -- The State Fair is just getting underway -- and we have tips for those jumping in the car and heading to the fair grounds.
MILWAUKEE -- The State Fair is just getting underway -- and we have tips for those jumping in the car and heading to the fair grounds.
DNR officials unveil new bald eagle endangered species license plate
MADISON -- The state Department of Natural Resources plans to unveil a new endangered species license plate.The plate features a photograph of an eagle.
MADISON -- The state Department of Natural Resources plans to unveil a new endangered species license plate.The plate features a photograph of an eagle.
Gradual transition: Half of signage for new I-41 is placed; "It's going to be a little strange at first"
MILWAUKEE -- There's a slight change, as Wisconsin Department of Transportation officials transition U.S. 41 to Interstate 41.
MILWAUKEE -- There's a slight change, as Wisconsin Department of Transportation officials transition U.S. 41 to Interstate 41.
Contract talks: Bus driver's union, Milwaukee County make progress toward four-year agreement
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- It appears the bus driver's union and Milwaukee County are indeed working closer to a new contract for the drivers.On Thursday afternoon, July 30th, the Milwaukee County Transit System and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 said in a joint statement that progress was made toward a four-year agreement.MCTS indicated it presented a comprehensive proposal which the union will be reviewing and considering.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- It appears the bus driver's union and Milwaukee County are indeed working closer to a new contract for the drivers.On Thursday afternoon, July 30th, the Milwaukee County Transit System and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 said in a joint statement that progress was made toward a four-year agreement.MCTS indicated it presented a comprehensive proposal which the union will be reviewing and considering.
United Express plane makes emergency landing at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE -- A General Mitchell International Airport official says all passengers are safe after a United Express plane made an emergency landing due to a mechanical problem.Airport spokeswoman Pat Rowe says the United Express flight, operated by United Airlines, departed from Mitchell about 6:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 28th -- when the pilots reported mechanical issues and returned to the airport.A photo of the plane from Mitchell International Airport shows a panel missing on top of one of the engines.
MILWAUKEE -- A General Mitchell International Airport official says all passengers are safe after a United Express plane made an emergency landing due to a mechanical problem.Airport spokeswoman Pat Rowe says the United Express flight, operated by United Airlines, departed from Mitchell about 6:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 28th -- when the pilots reported mechanical issues and returned to the airport.A photo of the plane from Mitchell International Airport shows a panel missing on top of one of the engines.
New at Mitchell Intl. Airport: Frontier Airlines to launch non-stop service to Las Vegas
MILWAUKEE -- Frontier Airlines will launch new non-stop service from Mitchell International Airport to Las Vegas McCarren International Airport beginning October 25th.The new flights, which will operate seven days per week, will depart Milwaukee at 6:40 p.m. and arrive in Las Vegas at 8:40 p.m. The return flights will leave Las Vegas at 1:30 p.m. and arrive in Milwaukee at 6:55 p.m. The new route is now available for booking online at flyfrontier.com.Frontier already offers daily nonstops from Milwaukee to Denver, Colorado and seasonal service to Cancun, Mexico.
MILWAUKEE -- Frontier Airlines will launch new non-stop service from Mitchell International Airport to Las Vegas McCarren International Airport beginning October 25th.The new flights, which will operate seven days per week, will depart Milwaukee at 6:40 p.m. and arrive in Las Vegas at 8:40 p.m. The return flights will leave Las Vegas at 1:30 p.m. and arrive in Milwaukee at 6:55 p.m. The new route is now available for booking online at flyfrontier.com.Frontier already offers daily nonstops from Milwaukee to Denver, Colorado and seasonal service to Cancun, Mexico.
Traffic Alert: Ramp from I-94 EB to US 45 NB to close beginning Sunday night; "It'll be really backed up"
MILWAUKEE -- A major ramp closure begins Sunday night, July 26th in the Zoo Interchange.
MILWAUKEE -- A major ramp closure begins Sunday night, July 26th in the Zoo Interchange.
"They're like bandits!" In the middle of the night, towing company takes cars, shocks drivers with new fees
MILWAUKEE -- In the middle of the night, cars are disappearing from private parking lots all over Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- In the middle of the night, cars are disappearing from private parking lots all over Milwaukee.
Traffic alert: Latest ramp closure in Zoo Interchange begins Sunday night
MILWAUKEE -- There is a new ramp closure in the Zoo Interchange that is set to begin at 11 p.m. on Sunday, July 26th.The ramp from eastbound I-94 to northbound US 45 will be shutting down Sunday and reopen on August 3rd.
MILWAUKEE -- There is a new ramp closure in the Zoo Interchange that is set to begin at 11 p.m. on Sunday, July 26th.The ramp from eastbound I-94 to northbound US 45 will be shutting down Sunday and reopen on August 3rd.
Drivers take note: This ramp closure could affect your Monday commute
MILWAUKEE -- Mark Klipstein with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about a ramp closure that could affect your morning commute.
MILWAUKEE -- Mark Klipstein with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about a ramp closure that could affect your morning commute.
"I want a fair contract:" MCTS bus drivers union protests outside County Executive Abele's home
MILWAUKEE -- If you were in downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday afternoon, July 22nd, you may have noticed a giant camel on Old World Third Street.Supporters of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, protested with that camel outside Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's condo -- saying they're still upset over the contract dispute that led to a three-day strike in early July.Drivers walked off the job at 3 a.m. July 1st and began picketing at the Milwaukee County Transit System garages after contract negotiations between union leaders and transit officials broke down.
MILWAUKEE -- If you were in downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday afternoon, July 22nd, you may have noticed a giant camel on Old World Third Street.Supporters of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, the MCTS bus drivers union, protested with that camel outside Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's condo -- saying they're still upset over the contract dispute that led to a three-day strike in early July.Drivers walked off the job at 3 a.m. July 1st and began picketing at the Milwaukee County Transit System garages after contract negotiations between union leaders and transit officials broke down.