Transportation
MCTS Didn’t Report Deficit to County Board For Two Months
Crowley administration denies it was informed. Transit system now plans cuts.
Aug 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
New Flights To Airline Hub Will Open Up Many Connections From MKE
Southwest's presence in Milwaukee is smaller than it once was, but new flights to nearby state offers improved connectivity.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Airport, County Sue Federal Government Over Grant Terms
Trump Administration trying to force political agenda on local governments through grant programs.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS to Make Major Changes, Cuts in Bus Service
How many of the system's 46 routes will have service hours or route altered?
Aug 5th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Trucking Companies Like Trump Administration’s Rule Changes
Moving away from limits on truck's speed, driver hours worked in a day.
Aug 3rd, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio
MCTS Labor Negotiations Extended
Current contract extended, creating more time to negotiate new deal. Union voted down recent offer.
Aug 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Funding For Same-Day Paratransit Running Out
MCTS won't include funds for Transit Plus Same Day Pilot in 2026 budget.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Will Evers Sign Bill Making Gig Drivers Independent Contractors?
Would exclude Uber, Lyft, DoorDash drivers from rules protecting workers.
Jul 30th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Council, Mayor Clash Over Parking
A stinging defeat for mayor, a win for Bauman, and Westmoreland issue ends quietly.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
MCTS Electric Buses Still Have Battery Problems
MCTS dealing with another battery recall for its electric buses.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Board Backs Plan to Target Bus Riders Who Don’t Pay
MCTS asked to develop policies to reduce fare evasion without causing conflicts.
Jul 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
County Gets Serious About Buying New Buses
New budget structure aims to avoid delays, as need for 150 new buses looms.
Jul 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
