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Dodge County-based Michels Corporation awarded WisDOT’s I-94 North-South Projects Central Segment Construction Work
The 18.5-mile I-94 corridor will be open with all new lanes by Memorial Day 2020.
Jun 21st, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Contract executed for WisDOT’s I-94 North-South Projects Southern Segment
Work set to begin June 22 to rebuild northbound lanes
Jun 18th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker announces an additional 12 local bridge projects for Southeastern Wisconsin
Governor Walker’s budget included an increase of $20 million to the local bridge program.
Jun 14th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Secure Federal Investment in Wisconsin Infrastructure
$160 Million Federal Grant for I-94 Construction
Jun 6th, 2018 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Wisconsin-based Michels Corporation awarded WisDOT’s I-94 North-South Projects Southern Segment Construction Work
Work on the project is expected to begin this June with a completion date in late 2019.
May 29th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Biking Through Wisconsin History
How an old railroad line became The Badger State Trail
May 29th, 2018 by Donna Crane
Governor Walker Announces More Than $76 Million for Local Bridge Projects
The Local Bridge Program was established to rehabilitate and replace, on a cost-shared basis, the most seriously deteriorating existing local bridges on Wisconsin’s local highway system.
May 25th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Work continues along Milwaukee’s Valley Bridge
The primary detour route for navigating interchange access continues to be the I-794 Hoan Bridge.
May 24th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Public meeting set for I-894 Overpass Bridges
Open house on proposed improvements
May 22nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
City, State Selling Site Near Train Station
Alderman wants to see transit-oriented development.
May 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Most Dangerous Intersection in the State?
Community activists push for safer driving in area of 35th and Capitol.
May 19th, 2018 by Sophie Bolich
Group Moves to Light the Hoan Bridge with Launch of Public Crowdsourcing Campaign
New group aims to light up the Hoan Bridge.
May 16th, 2018 by Light the Hoan
Abele Appoints Brown-Martin to Lead Transportation
Brown-Martin served for 25 years with the State of Wisconsin, will take the helm at Milwaukee County Department of Transportation on June 4
May 9th, 2018 by County Executive Chris Abele
Village of West Baraboo Repayment
"After more than a year of trying to work this out with the DOT, I am happy taxpayers in West Baraboo will have the funds returned."
May 9th, 2018 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
WisDOT’s I-94 North-South project team to host public meetings
The first meeting will take place on May 10th.
May 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker Announces Additional $25 Million in Savings for 12 Highway Projects
“We are finding critical savings that are helping improve Wisconsin’s infrastructure,” said Governor Scott Walker.
May 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $800,000 Emergency Grant to S.S. Badger
Repairs needed after severe April winter storm
May 1st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Motorists asked to look-twice, share the road with motorcycles
The average age of a motorcyclist involved in a fatal crash increased from 30 years old in 1992 to 44 in 2017.
Apr 30th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Valley Bridge overlay project to see new ramp openings and closures
As the project advances, access to certain system ramps will continue to become available.
Apr 27th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State revokes auto dealers’ licenses
Investigations uncover odometer fraud and other violations
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Threat to JobLines routes could mean jobs lost for city residents
Statement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson - April 13, 2018
Apr 13th, 2018 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
State driver licenses and IDs are the most common forms of proof of identity to show at the polls
Anyone who doesn’t have an ID needed to vote in the Wisconsin Spring Election should start the process now
Mar 26th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
DeNeve appointed public relations supervisor for Common Council – City Clerk’s Office
Mr. DeNeve will assist in managing all of the division’s public relations.
Mar 16th, 2018 by Jim Owczarski
Work on WIS 20 set to begin March 15t
Work will take place between I-94 and County H in Racine County
Mar 9th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Work to begin on I-94 in Racine and Kenosha Counties
I-94 North-South preparatory work expected to get underway March 7th
Mar 1st, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
I-894 resurfacing project gets underway
Work between National Avenue and 84th Street begins March 3rd
Feb 26th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
The Rise of Reckless Driving
Vehicles speeding, running red lights causing more deaths, hit-and-run accidents.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Elliot Hughes
County Parks To Seek State Grant to Fund Ravine Road Bridge Project
The goal of the project is to preserve the historical character of Lake Park by replacing the bridge with a structure that closely matches its original architecture and design.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Plan Provides Amtrak Service for Foxconn
DOT has plan and Ald. Bauman pushes it, demanding Walker address it.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Expanded Amtrak service for Foxconn plant on agenda for Public Transportation Review Board
The proposed Amtrak expansion could add three additional round trip runs between Milwaukee and Chicago daily.
Feb 7th, 2018 by Ald. Bob Bauman
WisDOT announces 2017 Excellence in Construction Awards
Contractors honored for transportation improvement projects completed in Oneida, Shawano, Manitowoc, Eau Claire, Dane, Milwaukee, and Walworth counties
Feb 6th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State driver licenses and IDs are the most common forms of proof of identity to show at the polls
Anyone who doesn’t have an ID needed to vote in the Spring Primary should start the process now
Feb 5th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Public Meeting for Proposed W. Layton Ave. Project
Public Information Meeting on February 7, 2018
Feb 2nd, 2018 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Senator Craig Applauds DOT Leadership, Governor for Savings
“The I-94 East-West project is vital to the state and regional transportation network"
Feb 1st, 2018 by State Sen. David Craig
Governor Walker Announces Major Projects to be Completed One Year Ahead of Scheduled Completion
WisDOT will be completing the I-39/90 mainline project one-year early from 2021 to 2020
Feb 1st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
WisDOT soliciting bids for WIS 20 road work in Racine County
Resurface work will be first step to prepare for Foxconn Development
Jan 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Investing in Our Infrastructure: Governor Walker Announces Advancements with WIS 441 Projec
WIS 441 Project to be completed one year earlier than expected
Dec 18th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?
Committee explores annexing portion of Racine County for a satellite city.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Statewide crackdown on impaired drivers begins Friday, runs through New Year’s Day
WisDOT uses dedicated federal funds to help coordinate 24 OWI task forces across Wisconsin.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Traffic crashes claim 46 lives in Wisconsin last month
Through November of this year, 555 people have died in Wisconsin traffic crashes.
Dec 5th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Rep. Shankland introduces Legislation to Deter Consignment Sale Fraud
This bill increases DOT oversight over “consignment motor vehicle dealers.”
Nov 20th, 2017 by Katrina Shankland
Amtrak Rolls Out New Locomotives
And new branding. And connecting trains in Chicago have increased their speed.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Ending Freeway Project Is Historic Blunder
With huge costs for taxpayers and more accidents for drivers.
Nov 6th, 2017 by George Mitchell
WisDOT applies for federal Infrastructure For Rebuilding America Grant
Grant to fund final phase of the I-94 North-South expansion project
Oct 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run Discontinued
Milwaukee World Festival to Focus on Alternative Charitable Efforts
Oct 30th, 2017 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
Governor Walker announces over $108 million in payments to local governments
For calendar year 2017, local governments will share an estimated $433 million from the state transportation fund to build and maintain local roads and bridges.
Oct 20th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Alderman Bohl offers condolences to latest accident victim and calls for action
Statement by Alderman James A. Bohl, Jr. - October 5, 2017
Oct 5th, 2017 by Ald. Jim Bohl
Public meeting for Green Tree Road Bridge Replacement over I-43
The meeting will follow an informal, open house format with WisDOT representatives available to discuss the proposed project in detail.
Oct 5th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
New Inspector General position created
Position will work to eliminate inefficiencies, waste, fraud and abuse
Sep 25th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Senator Craig Applauds Creation of Inspector General at DOT
"This a great first step, but the key to taxpayer accountability will be requiring the Inspector General to report to the legislature as well."
Sep 22nd, 2017 by State Sen. David Craig
More Money for Schools and Lower Property Taxes: Governor Walker Signs 2017-19 State Budget into Law
The budget lifts K-12 education aid to the highest appropriated levels in state history.
Sep 21st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Supervisor Alexander Proposes a Sunset Rule for the County’s Wheel Tax
"This policy holds us as elected officials accountable to the voters we represent..."
Sep 20th, 2017 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Budget Prevents Local Recreational Trails
No land condemnation allowed to create recreational, bicycle, pedestrian trails.
Sep 15th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Governor Walker Authorizes Wisconsin National Guard to Assist Florida Ahead of Hurricane Irma
The order also temporarily waives certain federal and state regulations for interstate and intrastate carriers providing direct emergency relief and assistance relating to Hurricane Irma.
Sep 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Issues Executive Order Relating to Hurricane Harvey Relief
"This order will loosen certain restrictions to help carriers transport vital emergency relief supplies more efficiently"
Sep 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Preliminary total of 52 Wisconsin traffic deaths last month make it tied for the safest August since World War II
Through the first eight months of this year, a total of 396 people have died in Wisconsin traffic crashes.
Sep 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
In Multi-Agency Effort, Wisconsin Sends Resources to Hurricane Harvey
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims as they recover from this devastating storm."
Sep 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
MacIver Attack on WISDOT Slammed
Gottlieb, former transportation head, refutes claims of wasteful spending.
Aug 16th, 2017 by George Mitchell
Wisconsin Governor Walker, Minnesota Governor Dayton Officially Open the St. Croix Crossing
The St. Croix Crossing is approximately one mile in length and was built to replace the 85-year-old Stillwater Lift Bridge.
Aug 2nd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Traffic fatalities on Wisconsin roads take a deadly turn for the worse
July was the deadliest month on Wisconsin roads this year, prompting transportation safety officials to issue a “call to action” urging all motorists to be safe/responsible
Aug 2nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Plague of Floods Caused by Climate Change
Dozens of 100-year floods in 30 years, roads keep getting washed out.
Jul 27th, 2017 by James Rowen
Governor Walker announces over $132 million in payments to local governments
Includes Expressway Policing Aids to the Milwaukee County Sheriff Department for patrol of Milwaukee expressways.
Jul 18th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Highways Debt Up 87% Under Walker
Republicans have added nearly $3 billion in debt, want to add $700 million more.
Jul 17th, 2017 by George Mitchell
June traffic crashes claim 59 lives in Wisconsin
Through the first half of this year, traffic deaths down slightly compared to 2016
Jul 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
N. 76th St. construction continues, ramp closures scheduled
Important road construction information (N. 76th St.) from Alderman Cavalier Johnson
Jun 30th, 2017 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Kids Asking City Hall for Safer Streets
As many pedestrian killed in Milwaukee in first 6 months of 2017 as in all of 2017
Jun 28th, 2017 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
Milwaukee-area auto dealer reprimanded
Odometer violations resulted in three-week suspension
Jun 23rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
How Trucks Destroy Our Roads
And how a fee on trucks could solve state’s transportation problem.
Jun 22nd, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Safety improvements throughout Milwaukee County
Some ramp closures to occur in overnight hours
Jun 16th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
After Six Years of Walker, Wisconsin is Lagging Behind Midwestern States
From job creation to road quality, Wisconsin is weaker under Republican leadership
Jun 7th, 2017 by State Rep. Peter Barca
May traffic crashes claim 45 lives in Wisconsin
Second safest May since World War II, but traffic deaths so far this year still outpace the five-year average
Jun 5th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
City Moves Forward on Highway 175
70 trees planted at Lisbon Ave. terminus of old Highway 41.
May 30th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Lane and ramp closures on I-43 northbound set for Wednesday
Crews will be out doing pavement repair work
May 22nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
We Like Suburban Segregation
Governments have long enabled metro area's biases.
May 22nd, 2017 by James Rowen
Bill Hikes Gas Tax by 24%
But proposal hides this by reducing gas tax and adding sales tax on gas.
May 13th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Governor Walker announces over $83 million in payments to local governments
For calendar year 2017, local governments will share an estimated $433 million from the state transportation fund to build and maintain local roads and bridges.
Apr 27th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State Should Add Interstate Tolls
Could raise $29 billion over 30 years, solving highways shortfall.
Apr 24th, 2017 by Robert W. Poole Jr.
Public meeting for WIS 36 (Loomis Road) resurfacing project in Milwaukee County
Open house to discuss design plans
Apr 21st, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
WIS 100 ramp closing to I-94 EB
The closure is expected to last one month.
Apr 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Lake Park’s Bridge Spans History
Why everyone should care about saving the Olmsted-designed bridge.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Paul Daniel Marriott
Toxic Chemicals Worry Residents
Problems with chemical disposals by factory near 25th and Hampton.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Bay View Land Gets Protection
Council approves purchasing, protecting Bay View land near Lake Parkway.
Mar 28th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
City To Buy Bay View Land
Port of Milwaukee would buy 3-acres from state, open to public in perpetuity.
Mar 21st, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Streetcar Track Steel Has Arrived
City receives first of 474 80-foot long segments, soon to be installed on streets.
Mar 16th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Jared Wendt of CH2M Named 2016 Young Engineer of the Year by STEM Forward
Jared Wendt is an accomplished Transportation Engineer at CH2M.
Mar 16th, 2017 by STEM Forward
Three Environmental Justice Groups Ask Court to Block I-94 Expansion
WisDOT is refusing to include necessary public transit expansion as part of the project.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Governor Walker approves improvements totaling over $4.4 million for General Mitchell International Airport
A combination of state, Milwaukee County and Federal Aviation Administration funds will be used for these projects.
Feb 28th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
News release: Governor approves over $1.9 million for improvement projects at Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport
One project will reconstruct the primary runway.
Feb 28th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Traffic deaths in January were tied for third lowest since WWII
Last month 32 people died in Wisconsin traffic crashes.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Speaker Vos Statement on WisDOT Audit
"It’s clear Wisconsin is trying to do too much with too little and taxpayers are not getting their money’s worth."
Jan 26th, 2017 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
New Bike Route Would Cross State
You could ride from here to Minnesota and then up the Mississippi River Trail.
Jan 26th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Governor Walker approves $5 million in harbor grants
Funds cover safety, construction and dredging projects
Jan 24th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
WisDOT Secretary Dave Ross names Bob Seitz as department’s Deputy Secretary
He founded Arrowhead Strategies, LLC, providing lobbying, grassroots and crisis management services to state and national clients.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin DOT joins Waze Connected Citizens Program
Two-way data share hopes to ease congestion and better inform motorists
Jan 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
New online Driver Report of Crash form to replace paper form
The Driver Report of Crash in paper form will no longer be available for completing and mailing to WisDOT for crashes that occur after Dec. 31, 201
Jan 4th, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State traffic deaths increased by nearly 6 percent in 2016
To prevent deaths and injuries in the upcoming year, WisDOT along with its traffic safety partners will intensify many safety initiatives
Jan 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Westbound I-94 traffic shift set for tonight
Impacts to traffic from WIS 100
Jan 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
