Transportation
Study Finds Danger in Painted Bike Lanes
Striped bike lanes actually cause motorists to drive closer to bicyclists.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene1,054 of State’s Bridges Need Repair
Report finds 7.4% of 14,275 bridges structurally deficient, including 5 in Milwaukee County.
Apr 15th, 2019 by Patty Murray, Wisconsin Public RadioBucks, City Unveil “Fear the Deer” Streetcar
Learn how to find the vehicle, and see what's inside.
Apr 12th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneBuilding a Better Protected Bike Lane
The city's plastic bollards were a bust. Officials considering new design options.
Mar 27th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneStreetcar Extension Planned To Start in September
Extension to convention center would open in time for 2020 Democratic Convention.
Mar 14th, 2019 by Jeramey JannenePublic Favors Transit System’s Redesign
Plan means faster, more frequent buses, slightly fewer stops in Milwaukee County.
Mar 11th, 2019 by Graham KilmerBudget Expands Rail Service to Chicago
Money would be leveraged with federal grant to expand Hiawatha from 7 to 10 daily roundtrips.
Mar 9th, 2019 by Corri Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioBus Drivers’ Union Fights New Contract
Transit system cites $6 million deficit, wants workers to pay more for health care.
Mar 7th, 2019 by Graham KilmerStreetcar Manager Leaving
Darryll Simpson will lead New Orleans transit agency.
Feb 28th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneTrack The Hop in Real Time
Yes, real time data is now available, so you know exactly when to catch the streetcar.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneCounty May Study Security Officers for Buses
County committee unanimously approves study, will next go to full board.
Jan 24th, 2019 by Graham KilmerShould the Streetcar Be Free?
How much would it cost to make The Hop free after 2019? And is it worth it?
Jan 18th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene