Transportation
2,000 Biking Santas Hit the Streets!
Riders came from Boston, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa to join the rampage.
Dec 11th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske12th and Teutonia Needs Help
Too car-oriented with too much pavement, it could become a vibrant intersection after some changes.
Dec 7th, 2015 by John O’NeillWelcome to the New Layton Boulevard
A just-completed streetscaping and lighting project has enhanced Layton Boulevard.
Nov 23rd, 2015 by Michael HollowayTrains Carrying Oil Endanger Us
Oil train traffic has risen 5000% and often relies on crumbling train bridges.
Nov 17th, 2015 by Cheryl NennTeen Bike Racer Inspires
A Milwaukee High School Mountain Bike Team member personifies the spirit of biking.
Nov 14th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske21% of Gas Tax Will Go to Repay Debt
Debt level has doubled in a decade, yet legislators approve plan.
Nov 9th, 2015 by Steven WaltersLegislators Borrow $350 Million for Highways
Bipartisan law will drive up debt and take from general fund for education and other needs.
Nov 6th, 2015 by Tamarine CorneliusAbele Faces Attack on Free Bus Rides
Though his challenger for county exec, Chris Larson, is undecided on issue, it could still impact the race.
Nov 4th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyCity Accepts $14 Million Federal Streetcar Grant
City wins TIGER grant after "a brutal competition" where demand for transit dollars greatly exceeded the sums appropriated.
Oct 29th, 2015 by Michael HorneWalker Highway Plan May Cause Education Cuts
Using general fund rather than highway fund may lead to more cuts for schools and UW.
Oct 27th, 2015 by Tamarine CorneliusBublr Dock Installed at Lakefront Brewery
The ceremony celebrating it featured a bubbler spouting Lakefront beer. Fixed Gear, of course.
Oct 24th, 2015 by Michael HorneWhy America Has an Infrastructure Crisis
Wisconsin's Highway 23 is a perfect example of over building that's driving up maintenance costs.
Oct 12th, 2015 by Angie Schmitt