Wisconsin Department of Transportation

2024 Wrap Up- Gov. Evers Highlights Administration’s Accomplishments During “Year of the Worker”

Evers Administration celebrates successes bolstering and supporting Wisconsin’s workforce in 2024

Year in Review: WisDOT celebrates projects, programs advancing Wisconsin transportation in 2024

Frozen road law starts Saturday for northern half of Wisconsin

Law increases weight limits for log haulers, transport of road salt/sand in Zone 1 and 2

New winter road condition categories unveiled on 511 Wisconsin

“Know before you go” online or with the 511 mobile app

It’s the last holiday travel season before REAL ID starts in 2025

Wisconsin DMV encourages travelers to update their driver license/ID ahead of May 7, 2025 deadline

WisDOT, WCHA applaud snowplow drivers across Wisconsin

December 2 is annual Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day

Put safe driving habits on the menu this Thanksgiving weekend

WisDOT thanks everyone who plays a role in keeping our roads safe

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Nearly $32 Million Federal Grant to Promote Use of Sustainable Construction Materials, Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Removing Downtown Section of I-794 Would Generate Billions in Disposable Income, Hundreds of Millions in Taxes, Add 3,000+ Housing Units and Improve Long-Term Outlook of Region, New Report Shows

Distinguished Urban Planner Larry Witzling Estimates Huge Economic Value for Milwaukee by Removing I-794 through Downtown

Gov. Evers, WisDOT announce $500,000 Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to support 100 new jobs in southern Wisconsin

Road improvements will assist job growth in city of Milton

Automated vehicle advisory group collaborates with WisDOT on advancements in vehicle technology

Move over, slow down to keep emergency roadside workers safe

Annual Crash Responder Safety Week reminds drivers to do their part to protect first responders

Advisory committee partnership advances non-driver transportation services

New Diverging Diamond Interchange to open at I-43 and Brown Deer Road

Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of election

It’s not too late to obtain an ID needed to vote in tomorrow’s election

WisDOT challenges Wisconsin to commit to safety on Buckle Up Phone Down Day

Partners join the effort to save lives by promoting safe driving

New Motorists’ Handbook delivers accessible, updated instructions and information to Wisconsin drivers

Investing in America: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $72.8 Million in Infrastructure Funding To Improve Rail Safety, Strengthen Supply Chains, and Expand Rail in the State of Wisconsin

Announcement is part of $2.4 billion investment in 122 new rail projects nationwide

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $1.5 Million Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to Support Nearly 400 Jobs

Funding will bolster the development of Wisconsin’s second Kwik Trip distribution center in DeForest

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More Than $138 Million in Quarterly Aid Payments for Local Roads and Communities

DMV explains steps to obtain an ID to use at the polls

Be on the lookout for more deer on the roads during the fall rut

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate Progress on New I-41 and Southbridge Road Interchange in Brown County

After decades of discussion, project moves forward to reduce traffic congestion, bolster development, and improve safety

Borealis Ridership Reaches 100,000 Passengers in 22 Weeks

Amtrak and states celebrate with customers and supporters

DNR, WisDOT Partner To Add 420 Acres Of Restored Habitat To Turtle Valley Wildlife Area

Now recruiting: Wisconsin State Patrol troopers, inspectors

Innovative WisDOT website wins two national awards

Cutting-edge technology shows how the agency maximizes federal infrastructure investment

Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID

Wisconsin now accepting applications to fund additional electric vehicle charging stations

Secretary Boardman announces new deputy secretary of WisDOT

Upcoming extended overnight closures along I-43 in Milwaukee County

Supervisors Gómez-Tom, Eckblad Address Park and Ride Closures

DMV offers information on obtaining an ID for voting

WisDOT announces park and ride closures due to safety and security issues

State and county partnership helped more than 80 individuals find reliable housing

License revoked for West Allis wholesale dealer license

License revoked for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

License suspended for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

DMV releases International Crane Foundation license plates

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves 50 Community Projects Across Wisconsin Supported by $50 Million State Budget Investment

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $32 Million in Awards for Wisconsin’s Transportation Alternatives Program

Federal funding will support safer school routes, pedestrian and bicycle path improvements for communities across Wisconsin

Milwaukee Harbor District Riverwalk awarded $14.7 million in federal funding

Upcoming full, directional closure of eastbound I-894 in Milwaukee County

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $10 Million to Support 11 Projects Aimed at Improving Air Quality, Reducing Congestion Through Transportation Projects

Federal investment to support projects across Wisconsin, including smart traffic signals, a bike share program, and trail upgrades

Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County

Wisconsin aviation history at your fingertips with WisDOT’s online aeronautical chart archive

Explore evolution of Wisconsin aviation through past and present aeronautical charts

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $2.1 Million for Nine Bridge Projects Supporting Maritime Commerce

Upcoming full, directional closures along I-894 in Milwaukee County

Milwaukee County Awarded Nearly $29 Million for Road Improvements and New Buses

Federal funding received by Milwaukee County comes from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Don’t let child passenger safety take the back seat

September Law of the Month: Child Passenger Safety

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Launch of Wisconsin’s New Driver Education Grant Program

Program funded by governor in 2023-25 biennial budget expands access to driver training for more teens across the state

WisDOT seeks public comment on 2024 ADA Transition Plan

WisDOT construction forecast for Labor Day weekend travelers

Don’t fall into bad driving habits – buckle up, be patient, and put your phone down

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Wisconsin to Receive Over $177 Million to Support 76 Projects Statewide Under Biden-Harris Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Groundbreaking Ceremony Announced for Downtown Milwaukee Dog Park

Project leaders, public officials and sponsors to gather for first dig on Sept. 5

Gov. Evers Announces WisDOT Secretary Thompson Leaving Evers Administration

Governor announces Kristina Boardman to become first woman to serve as WisDOT secretary

Gov. Evers, Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy Release 2024 Clean Energy Plan Progress Report

Report highlights governor’s and Evers Administration’s continued efforts to bolster clean energy and sustainability while lowering energy costs for working families

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More Than $170 Million in Quarterly Aid Payments for Local Roads and Communities

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Biden-Harris Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Deliver More Than $200 Million to Support More than 150 Projects in Communities Across Wisconsin

Federal investments to support local road and bridge improvement projects statewide

Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls

Wisconsin State Patrol welcomes 23 new officers at graduation, including first lateral recruit class

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $50 Million for Rural Road Improvements to Support Wisconsin’s Farmers and Producers, Agriculture Industries

Investments secured in recent biennial budget to support 37 projects across 28 Wisconsin counties

DMV Offers Information On Obtaining An ID for Voting

WisDOT celebrates aviation in Wisconsin during EAA AirVenture week

More than 10,000 aircraft and over 670,000 aviation enthusiasts projected to travel to Oshkosh

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Maj. Gen. Jerald David Slack

I-43 North-South project progresses; opens third lane in Ozaukee County

Road, ramp closures planned next week near downtown Milwaukee

Borealis Ridership Tops 18,500 in First Full Month

Amtrak and states impressed by positive response to new service

Expect company on Wisconsin roads during Fourth of July weekend travel

Statewide travel info at your fingertips via 511wi.gov and the mobile app

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Nearly $5 Million for Freight Rail Improvement in Luxemburg, Reedsburg, and Wrightstown

Risk of pavement buckling rises with temperatures

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce New Rustic Roads Guide, Highlighting Wisconsin’s Roads Less Traveled

Share the road with motorcycles for everyone’s safety

June Law of the Month: Motorcycle safety

Incidental Take Notice For Douglas County

Wisconsin Bike Fed Celebrates Wisconsin Bike Week With Communities Across the State June 1 – 9, 2024

Licenses revoked for two Milwaukee wholesale dealers

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Grants to Build Wisconsin’s Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

WisDOT, Waukesha County promote work zone safety ahead of summer travel season

The annual Click It or Ticket campaign is back, reminding drivers to buckle up

WisDOT and the Wisconsin State Patrol bump up seatbelt education and enforcement efforts to keep travelers safe

Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County

Introducing Amtrak Borealis trains with Expanded Service between St. Paul and Chicago via Milwaukee

New passenger train arrivals and departures in a partnership with Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois

Public meeting to be held for Reimagining WIS 175 Study

Annual Work Zone Awareness Week promotes highway safety

Safe drivers create safe work zones

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More Than $106 Million in Quarterly Aid Payments for Local Roads and Communities

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Four Bills

New lane shifts and ramp closures scheduled along I-43 in Milwaukee County

Part of ongoing I-43 rehabilitation project between Brown Street and Capitol Drive.

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Southeastern Wisconsin in Government Funding Legislation

Baldwin secured support for affordable housing, critical infrastructure, public safety, and more

Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of election

It’s not too late to obtain an ID needed to vote in tomorrow’s election

Gov. Evers Signs Legislation to Support Holocaust Education, Expand Emergency Detention and Urgent Crisis Care Facilities Statewide

License revoked for Milwaukee wholesale dealer license

Port Milwaukee addresses safety measures following Port of Baltimore bridge collapse

DMV explains steps to obtain an ID to use at the polls

Gov. Evers Take Actions on 44 Bills

Coalition Admonishes I-94 expansion Record of Decision

Approval of the project harms civil rights, air and water quality, and climate

Gov. Evers Signs Historic Legislation to Support and Expand Wisconsin’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

More testing facilities and new website enhance service for emissions program customers

Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID

WisDOT expands ‘Control Your Drive’ campaign to prevent consequences of reckless driving

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 15 Bills

Work continues, long-term lane closures return to I-43 in Milwaukee

Final public involvement meeting coming for highly anticipated W. Lisbon Ave. roadway project