Traffic deaths: May was third safest month since end of WWII
MADISON (WITI) -- Last month, 48 people died in crashes on Wisconsin roadways, which tied it for the third safest month of May in terms of traffic deaths since the end of World War II, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
MADISON (WITI) -- Last month, 48 people died in crashes on Wisconsin roadways, which tied it for the third safest month of May in terms of traffic deaths since the end of World War II, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
Headed to PrideFest this weekend? Take an MCTS shuttle!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to PrideFest on the bus!Take a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Shuttle to PrideFest, held June 6-8 at Henry Maier Festival Park.Buses provide service along Wisconsin Avenue to the festival.Shuttles run roughly every 30 minutes to PrideFest from 3:00 pm to 12:30 am on Friday, June 6; and from 11:30 am to 12:30 am on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 08, 2014.Buses operate in both directions along Wisconsin Avenue.When traveling to PrideFest, the Shuttle stops between N. 6th Street and N.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to PrideFest on the bus!Take a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Shuttle to PrideFest, held June 6-8 at Henry Maier Festival Park.Buses provide service along Wisconsin Avenue to the festival.Shuttles run roughly every 30 minutes to PrideFest from 3:00 pm to 12:30 am on Friday, June 6; and from 11:30 am to 12:30 am on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 08, 2014.Buses operate in both directions along Wisconsin Avenue.When traveling to PrideFest, the Shuttle stops between N. 6th Street and N.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Full overnight closures scheduled for Wis. 20 under I-94 in Racine Co.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will begin preliminary demolition work of the I-94 West (northbound) Bridge over WIS 20 in Racine County.Demolition of the parapets is scheduled to begin Thursday night May 29th with the remaining demolition work to continue and conclude on Saturday night into Sunday morning.The work will require full overnight closures of WIS 20 under I-94, Thursday and Saturday nights.On Thursday night, WIS 20 under I-94 will be shut down from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.There will be an overnight double lane closure of I-94 West (NB) through the work zone from 9:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.On Friday night, WIS 20 under I-94 will be open while the I-94 West (NB) double lane closure in the work zone will be in effect from 9:30 p.m. to 8 a.m.On Saturday, WIS 20 under I-94 will be closed from 8 p.m. to 9 a.m. The double lane closure on I-94 West (NB) in the work zone will be in effect from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.The schedule is weather dependent and subject to change.There will be noise and dust associated with the I-94 West (NB) bridge demolition.Steps will be taken to minimize these effects.Travelers can utilize 58th Road and the frontage roads as their detour routes to get around the overnight full closures on WIS 20 under I-94.WisDOT is continuing its resurfacing project on I-94 in Racine County.Related night time lane closures north of WIS 20 will remain in effect.One lane of traffic is scheduled to remain open at all times in the overnight hours.As always, check 511wi.gov for detailed information on closures and traffic.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will begin preliminary demolition work of the I-94 West (northbound) Bridge over WIS 20 in Racine County.Demolition of the parapets is scheduled to begin Thursday night May 29th with the remaining demolition work to continue and conclude on Saturday night into Sunday morning.The work will require full overnight closures of WIS 20 under I-94, Thursday and Saturday nights.On Thursday night, WIS 20 under I-94 will be shut down from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.There will be an overnight double lane closure of I-94 West (NB) through the work zone from 9:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.On Friday night, WIS 20 under I-94 will be open while the I-94 West (NB) double lane closure in the work zone will be in effect from 9:30 p.m. to 8 a.m.On Saturday, WIS 20 under I-94 will be closed from 8 p.m. to 9 a.m. The double lane closure on I-94 West (NB) in the work zone will be in effect from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.The schedule is weather dependent and subject to change.There will be noise and dust associated with the I-94 West (NB) bridge demolition.Steps will be taken to minimize these effects.Travelers can utilize 58th Road and the frontage roads as their detour routes to get around the overnight full closures on WIS 20 under I-94.WisDOT is continuing its resurfacing project on I-94 in Racine County.Related night time lane closures north of WIS 20 will remain in effect.One lane of traffic is scheduled to remain open at all times in the overnight hours.As always, check 511wi.gov for detailed information on closures and traffic.
Weekend travel? Here's what you need to know about I-43 north
OZAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- If you're traveling a stretch of I-43 north, you should plan accordingly and expect some traffic delays.Michael Pyritz is with Wisconsin's Department of Transportation.
OZAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- If you're traveling a stretch of I-43 north, you should plan accordingly and expect some traffic delays.Michael Pyritz is with Wisconsin's Department of Transportation.
SLOW DOWN!: Another motorcyclist clocked at triple-digit speeds on I-94 in Racine County
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- One day after FOX6 News learned a Milwaukee man -- who is about to turn 23 years old, has been charged -- accuse of hitting 119 miles-per-hour on a motorcycle in a construction zone in Racine County -- FOX6 News sat with a Racine County Sheriff's deputy as he clocked drivers on the stretch of I-94.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- One day after FOX6 News learned a Milwaukee man -- who is about to turn 23 years old, has been charged -- accuse of hitting 119 miles-per-hour on a motorcycle in a construction zone in Racine County -- FOX6 News sat with a Racine County Sheriff's deputy as he clocked drivers on the stretch of I-94.
Sheriff's spokesperson: Motorcyclists "very lucky" after rolling their bikes on I-94
KENOSHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials say two motorcycle riders from Illinois suffered minor injuries when their bikes rolled in the middle of a pack of motorcycles on I-94 NB -- about a mile south of Highway 165.Sheriff's officials say two men in their 20s were speeding and driving recklessly.Officials say one biker hit the other, and they rolled over four lanes of traffic!The men were transported to the hospital for treatment of their minor injuries.They were cited for speeding and reckless driving.A Sheriff's Department spokesperson described the men to FOX6 News as "very lucky."Traffic was slowed in the area as crews worked the crash scene.
KENOSHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Kenosha County Sheriff's officials say two motorcycle riders from Illinois suffered minor injuries when their bikes rolled in the middle of a pack of motorcycles on I-94 NB -- about a mile south of Highway 165.Sheriff's officials say two men in their 20s were speeding and driving recklessly.Officials say one biker hit the other, and they rolled over four lanes of traffic!The men were transported to the hospital for treatment of their minor injuries.They were cited for speeding and reckless driving.A Sheriff's Department spokesperson described the men to FOX6 News as "very lucky."Traffic was slowed in the area as crews worked the crash scene.
Smoothing rough roads: Howell Ave. to get overhaul
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will begin a resurfacing project of WIS 38 (Howell Ave.) from Oakwood Rd.
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will begin a resurfacing project of WIS 38 (Howell Ave.) from Oakwood Rd.
Mess on the freeway: Crash closes lanes on I-94 during rush hour
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office says a crash involving four vehicles caused big backups on I-94 EB near Highway 100 during rush hour on Wednesday, May 14th.The crash involved a box truck, a pickup truck, a van, and a car.Fire Department officials had to extricate a woman from one of the vehicles.She was taken to the hospital -- along with a man who was in one of the vehicles.The condition of those injured is unknown at this time.The Sheriff's Office says there was never a full freeway closure -- but deputies did pair down traffic to one lane at times as they worked the crash scene.The Wisconsin DOT reported delays in excess of six miles as a result of this crash.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office says a crash involving four vehicles caused big backups on I-94 EB near Highway 100 during rush hour on Wednesday, May 14th.The crash involved a box truck, a pickup truck, a van, and a car.Fire Department officials had to extricate a woman from one of the vehicles.She was taken to the hospital -- along with a man who was in one of the vehicles.The condition of those injured is unknown at this time.The Sheriff's Office says there was never a full freeway closure -- but deputies did pair down traffic to one lane at times as they worked the crash scene.The Wisconsin DOT reported delays in excess of six miles as a result of this crash.
Infestation: How is the Days Inn near airport dealing with bed bugs?
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- There is a continued quest to try to get rid of some unwanted guests that have taken up residence at a popular hotel near Milwaukee's airport!The Days Inn near General Mitchell International Airport is dealing with an infestation of bed bugs.On Tuesday, May 13th, a few employees walked off the job in protest of the problem --and city leaders are talking about what can be done to solve it."It's Tuesday and we still haven't seen anybody coming out here to take care of these rooms since Friday," Jason Haberman said.Haberman is a maintenance technician at the hotel that has about a dozen rooms with bed bugs.Haberman says he had hoped other employees would join him for a walkout on Tuesday morning in protest of how the situation is being handled, but there were few takers."A lot of them are scared of losing their jobs, which is understandable because they have families to support," Haberman said.Dennis Hargrove is a guest at the hotel.
OAK CREEK (WITI) -- There is a continued quest to try to get rid of some unwanted guests that have taken up residence at a popular hotel near Milwaukee's airport!The Days Inn near General Mitchell International Airport is dealing with an infestation of bed bugs.On Tuesday, May 13th, a few employees walked off the job in protest of the problem --and city leaders are talking about what can be done to solve it."It's Tuesday and we still haven't seen anybody coming out here to take care of these rooms since Friday," Jason Haberman said.Haberman is a maintenance technician at the hotel that has about a dozen rooms with bed bugs.Haberman says he had hoped other employees would join him for a walkout on Tuesday morning in protest of how the situation is being handled, but there were few takers."A lot of them are scared of losing their jobs, which is understandable because they have families to support," Haberman said.Dennis Hargrove is a guest at the hotel.
Sober driver arrested for OWI when deputy crashes into her car
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Sheriff's Deputy rolls through a stop sign and causes a violent crash.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Sheriff's Deputy rolls through a stop sign and causes a violent crash.
Changes for travelers: Beware of construction at Mitchell Int'l Airport
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There are big changes taking place at Mitchell International Airport -- and they will be especially noticeable for people picking someone up, or travelers waiting to get picked-up.The entire baggage claim area is being re-done.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There are big changes taking place at Mitchell International Airport -- and they will be especially noticeable for people picking someone up, or travelers waiting to get picked-up.The entire baggage claim area is being re-done.
Headed for the airport? Major traffic pattern changes begin Tuesday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Drivers and passengers at General Mitchell International Airport should be aware of major traffic pattern changes beginning Tuesday, April 29 due to the Airport’s Baggage Claim Renovation Project.The Baggage Claim roadway will be closed to all vehicles except shuttles and buses.The best option for drivers to avoid delays is to use Hourly Parking.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Drivers and passengers at General Mitchell International Airport should be aware of major traffic pattern changes beginning Tuesday, April 29 due to the Airport’s Baggage Claim Renovation Project.The Baggage Claim roadway will be closed to all vehicles except shuttles and buses.The best option for drivers to avoid delays is to use Hourly Parking.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Full closures of I-94 planned for Thursday and Friday night
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin DOT is advising motorists of a FULL FREEWAY CLOSURE planned for I-94 Thursday night and Friday night (April 24th and 25th).Thursday night's full closure will occur from 11:00 p.m. through 4:30 a.m.Friday night's full closure will occur from 11:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.I-94 east/west will be closed as crews begin the installation of bridge girders at Highway 100.I-94 west will close at the Zoo Interchange.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin DOT is advising motorists of a FULL FREEWAY CLOSURE planned for I-94 Thursday night and Friday night (April 24th and 25th).Thursday night's full closure will occur from 11:00 p.m. through 4:30 a.m.Friday night's full closure will occur from 11:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.I-94 east/west will be closed as crews begin the installation of bridge girders at Highway 100.I-94 west will close at the Zoo Interchange.
New technology allows you to know where your bus is at all times
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has just launched a new program that will allow bus riders to check the status of buses in real time. “We try to make transit as easy as possible.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has just launched a new program that will allow bus riders to check the status of buses in real time. “We try to make transit as easy as possible.
Commuters beware: Stretch of I-43 to be resurfaced
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will start work on I-43 from Lexington Blvd. (just south of Silver Spring Road) to WIS 32.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will start work on I-43 from Lexington Blvd. (just south of Silver Spring Road) to WIS 32.
Know where your bus is at all times with MCTS "Real-Time Information"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Transit System is taking transit to the next level by providing Real-Time Bus Information.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Transit System is taking transit to the next level by providing Real-Time Bus Information.
Crews work small fire inside Mitchell Airport Monday afternoon
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A General Mitchell International Airport spokesman confirms with FOX6 News that crews responded to the airport on Monday afternoon for a small fire.The fire reportedly occurred in the construction area of the airport's baggage claim -- a closed portion of the baggage claim.It happened around 4:15 p.m.A Mitchell spokesman says the airport's fire department was handling the fire and investigating how it started.No one was injured -- and normal airport operations were not interrupted.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A General Mitchell International Airport spokesman confirms with FOX6 News that crews responded to the airport on Monday afternoon for a small fire.The fire reportedly occurred in the construction area of the airport's baggage claim -- a closed portion of the baggage claim.It happened around 4:15 p.m.A Mitchell spokesman says the airport's fire department was handling the fire and investigating how it started.No one was injured -- and normal airport operations were not interrupted.
Drivers take note: 16-mile stretch of I-94 to be resurfaced
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will begin resurfacing a 16-mile portion of I-94 in Racine and Milwaukee Counties.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will begin resurfacing a 16-mile portion of I-94 in Racine and Milwaukee Counties.
Flight from Chicago diverted after man tries to open door mid-flight
CHICAGO (WITI) -- A Southwest Airlines flight from Chicago to Sacramento was diverted on Sunday, April 13th after an unruly passenger tried to open a door mid-flight.
CHICAGO (WITI) -- A Southwest Airlines flight from Chicago to Sacramento was diverted on Sunday, April 13th after an unruly passenger tried to open a door mid-flight.
Teen tweets apparent terror threat to American Airlines, American responds
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Twitter user says she's not happy she is "all over the internet" after she apparently tweeted a terror threat to American Airlines -- and American responded.FOX6 first learned of this story via our sister station, FOX8 WGHP.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Twitter user says she's not happy she is "all over the internet" after she apparently tweeted a terror threat to American Airlines -- and American responded.FOX6 first learned of this story via our sister station, FOX8 WGHP.