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Public invited to provide input on Hiawatha service improvement proposals
Three daily round trips between Milwaukee and Chicago would be added
Oct 19th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Vehicle miles traveled in Wisconsin hits all-time record in 2015: 62.1 billion miles
Last year’s VMT up nearly 2.1 billion miles compared to 2014, and represents the largest annual percentage increase in statewide VMT in 17 years
Oct 19th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin’s freight rail system key link in state’s economy
There are 10 railroads, including four major railroads, which operate more than 3,300 miles of track in the state.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker Requests Federal Disaster Aid for Western Wisconsin Due to September Flooding
Governor Scott Walker today sent a letter to President Barack Obama requesting a federal disaster declaration for 12 western Wisconsin counties after torrential rains and flash floods last month caused more than $11 million in damage.
Oct 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker announces $108 million in payments to local governments
General Transportation Aids help defray the costs of constructing, maintaining, and operating roads and streets under local jurisdiction.
Oct 7th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Last month was tied for safest month of September in terms of traffic deaths since the end of WWII
The deadliest month of September was in 1973 with 116 deaths.
Oct 4th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin Bike Fed makes October Wisconsin Walks Month
A person hit by a car going 40 mph will be killed in 85 percent of those crashes.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
Solve Real Problems
Why is Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald still defending the state’s voter ID law?
Sep 27th, 2016 by Andrea Kaminski
I-94 crack sealing in Milwaukee and Racine counties to begin
No lane closures scheduled during commuter hours
Sep 20th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker announces $37 million in freight rail awards
Wisconsin’s rail system consists of 10 freight railroads which operate more than 3,300 miles of track in the state.
Sep 13th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Limited Funds for Bike Trails, Bike Safety
WisDOT grabs more than half of $16 million for biking, walking and spends on roads.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Tom Held
Governor Walker Authorizes Additional Measures to Prevent Potential Gas and Diesel Shortages
Changes allow transport of heavier loads of petroleum products
Sep 9th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Weekend Work Planned for Placing New Tub Girders
Full closure on I-41/ US 45 south bound Saturday night
Sep 9th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
More than $15 million approved for Transportation Alternatives Program
Includes $1.45 million for and Oak Leaf Trail extension from Bender Park to Racine County.
Sep 7th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Last month was the least deadly August on Wisconsin roads since World War II
As of August 31, a total of 387 people have died in Wisconsin traffic crashes in 2016
Sep 1st, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Public Information Meeting to Evaluate Proposed Oak Leaf Trail Extension in Greendale, Franklin, Sept. 13
Attendees may view displays showing the location of the proposed trail extension and project schedule.
Aug 29th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Parks
Governor Walker Issues Emergency Declaration to Assist Three Western Wisconsin Counties Impacted by Heavy Rain and Flooding
Declaration allows Wisconsin Department of Transportation to request federal emergency funds to help with approximately $1.8 million in damages to Federal-aid highways in Eau Claire, Buffalo, and Trempealeau counties
Aug 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
County Faces Issues When Replacing Bridges
Past decisions on bridges created "adverse impacts."
Aug 22nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
Butterfly Supporters Help Environment
Tosa group, Friends of the Monarch Trail, reduce flooding with plants that attract butterflies.
Aug 19th, 2016 by Jim Cryns
Statewide crackdown on drunken driving begins Friday
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign runs from August 19 to September 5
Aug 18th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
31 Hour full closure of I-94 eastbound starts Friday night
Tub girders for new system ramp to be placed
Aug 17th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Westin Hotel Rising
It will add 220 high-end hotel rooms to complex anchored by state's tallest building.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Walker approves improvement projects at Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport
The Governor’s action releases $26,500 in state funds for the project.
Aug 12th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Hoan Bridge Project wins ‘Best Use of Innovation’ award
Innovative management techniques and technology increased the project’s efficiency and minimized impact on southeast Wisconsin businesses, residents and commuters.
Aug 9th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin takes advantage of natural waterways to support Wisconsin’s economy
Governor proclaims this week as Ports Week across the state
Aug 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
It’s no-go for Pokémon GO on roadways & railways
Take safety to the next level, and join Wisconsin in keeping Pokémon out of the driver’s seat.
Jul 29th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Lake Park Bridge Faces Thorny Issues
Citizens narrow options, but funding issue still makes any solution tough to accomplish.
Jul 29th, 2016 by Virginia Small
How Juli Kaufmann Is Fixing Milwaukee
Her Fix Development takes on high-risk developments in transitional neighborhoods.
Jul 15th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Can Lake Park Bridge Be Saved?
New report suggests restoration is feasible. Public information will discuss six alternatives.
Jul 13th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Milwaukee County BRT Project Receives Wide Ranging Support from Community Leaders, Advocates, Business Groups and Riders
County Board and Milwaukee Common Council Committees Expected to Vote on BRT This Week
Jul 11th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Public meeting for I-894 resurfacing study
The meeting will follow an open house format where WisDOT representatives will be available to discuss the project on an individual basis.
Jul 8th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
51 people died in Wisconsin traffic crashes in June
Traffic fatalities last month were seven more than June 2015, but two fewer than the five-year average for the month of June.
Jul 6th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Riding a Bicycle IS Safe
Why the call for bicyclists to avoid highway is completely misguided.
Jul 1st, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
New $22 Million Rail Concourse Opens
Intermodal Station's dark and dingy concourse for boarding trains finally replaced.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
New train concourse welcomes passengers at Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Construction took approximately 18 months.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Bucks Arena Work Prep
Sewer relocation has this stretch of the Park East seeing activity for the first time in ten years.
May 27th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Washington Blvd. Bridge fully reopens to traffic
Stadium Freeway project more than halfway complete
May 23rd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
27th Street intersections project in Milwaukee to begin
Improves freight mobility for heavy vehicles accessing Port of Milwaukee
May 13th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Scott Walker Approves Emergency Rule Easing Access to DMV Identification Documents for Voters
The Division of Motor Vehicles announced a new process to issue photo ID card receipts to those who need them to vote.
May 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Amtrak Now Allows Bikes For $5
No more boxing and folding bikes. Hiawatha line to Chicago now has 15 bike racks.
May 6th, 2016 by Dave Schlabowske
Last month was tied for the fourth safest month of April in terms of traffic deaths since the end of WWII
38 people died in traffic crashes on Wisconsin roads.
May 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
West Lloyd Street Project Begins April 25, 2016
Project from N. 60th St. to W. Lisbon Ave. expected to be completed by October 2016, weather permitting
Apr 22nd, 2016 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Pavement recycling saves time, money and natural resources
Each year, WisDOT incorporates over 1.5 million tons of recycled materials in projects
Apr 20th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation Into Law Easing Tax Burden and Bolstering Freight Mobility in Wisconsin
Acts 360 and 361.
Apr 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin Dept. Of Transportation Taps Laughlin Constable For Branding Campaign To Increase Hiawatha Train Ridership
The route carried nearly 800,000 passengers last year, ranking it among the top 10 Amtrak routes nationally.
Apr 14th, 2016 by Laughlin Constable
Rep. Barca Statement on Voting Systems Outage
Rep. Barca also called for a full investigation and report from the Department of Administration and Department of Transportation on the outages.
Apr 1st, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Voter System Crash Causes Statewide Concern
Statewide Outages Prevent Early Voting and Registration
Apr 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Community Forum Urges WISDOT to Scrap I-94 Expansion
Community Members & Elected Officials Call for Smarter Transportation Investments
Mar 31st, 2016 by Coalition for More Responsible Transportation
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Last year in Wisconsin, 94 people were killed in distracted driving crashes
Mar 31st, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Get Home Safe on St. Patrick’s Day with Miller Lite Free Rides®
Free MCTS Service Provided by Miller Lite and Beer Capitol Distributing
Mar 10th, 2016 by Press Release
Traffic deaths in 2016 are up about 32% compared with last year
So far this year, 79 people have been killed in crashes including seven pedestrians and one bicyclist.
Mar 4th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Teaching Safe Bicycling Couse
The day-long classes will guide future trainers how to understand a child’s approach to cycling, to identify and avoid crash hazards and to use the safest routes possible
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
Construction Starts on Westin Hotel
220-room hotel will be the closest hotel in the city to the lakefront.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
$62.6 Million Requested to Improve Walking and Biking Across Wisconsin
Only $15.2 million available due to legislative priorities
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
WisDOT receives national award for managing state’s pavement network
American Concrete Pavement Association award commends WisDOT for proactively managing the state’s pavement network
Feb 17th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Inside 833 East
Step inside the new 18-story office tower that will help transform the lakefront.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor Scott Walker Signs 21 Bills into Law
Bills ranged from allowing hunters to wear blaze pink to increasing the penalty for concealing a corpse to $25,000.
Feb 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
WisDOT’s Super Bowl Sunday safety message
Football fans should not let their fellow fans drive drunk
Feb 3rd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Traffic deaths in January were the second lowest since WWII
Last month 28 people died in Wisconsin traffic crashes
Feb 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
WisDOT announces 2015 Excellence in Construction Awards
Contractors honored for projects in St. Croix, Sauk, Milwaukee, Lafayette, Brown and Dane counties
Jan 29th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor announces $108 million in payments to local governments
For calendar year 2016, local governments will share an estimated $419 million from the state transportation fund.
Jan 21st, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker approves projects totaling over $3.8 million at General Mitchell International Airport
A $2.2 million project will rehabilitate 30-year-old pavement along the 5,535-foot Runway 13/31.
Jan 14th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State traffic deaths increased by nearly 13 percent in 2015
Wisconsin ended 2015 with 556 traffic fatalities.
Jan 4th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker announces more than $31 million in freight rail awards
Governor Scott Walker today announced awards for seven freight rail improvement projects totaling more than $31 million in grants and loans.
Jan 4th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
To avoid a drunken driving arrest or crash, designate before you celebrate on New Year’s Eve
To combat drunken driving, law enforcement agencies across the state will be out in force for the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, which runs until Sunday, January 3.
Dec 29th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Road conditions poor across parts of Wisconsin
Travel not advised for impacted areas
Dec 28th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Scott Walker Signs 10 Bills into Law
Including Assembly Bill 387 which repeals and recreates Chapter 11 of the Wisconsin statutes relating to campaign finance.
Dec 16th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
With I-94 Decision Pending, State & Local Leaders Oppose Wasteful Expansion, Call for Smarter Local Investments
Coalition Points to Ongoing Transportation Funding Crisis, Public Opposition; Demands More Cost-Effective Alternatives
Dec 9th, 2015 by Coalition for More Responsible Transportation
45 people died in traffic crashes last month
Last month also was the fourth safest month of November in terms of traffic deaths since World War II.
Dec 2nd, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
South 27th Street completes milestone in time for holiday season
Latest improvements means increased access
Nov 24th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor declares November 30 Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day
Proclamation notes snowplow drivers’ vital role in keeping roadways safe and open for winter travel
Nov 23rd, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor approves more than $3.8 million for transportation needs of seniors/individuals with disabilities
The program grants are awarded to assist local public bodies and private, non-profit agencies provide transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Nov 18th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
WisDOT improving Twitter channels to keep drivers and customers better connected and informed
@511WI is now official statewide travel information connection on Twitter
Nov 17th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Last month was the third safest month of October in terms of traffic deaths since the end of WWII
Last month, 44 people died in traffic crashes on Wisconsin roadways
Nov 4th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
70 mph speed limit added to new routes in Southeastern Wisconsin
US 45 in Washington County and US 12 in Walworth County included
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Drivers log more than 60 billion miles on Wisconsin roadways last year
Statewide vehicle miles traveled last year up 550 million miles compared to 2013
Oct 29th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Scott Walker Holds Press Conference Regarding Wisconsin Department of Transportation Contingent Bonding Request in Neenah
Governor Scott Walker held a press conference today in Neenah regarding the request by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Oct 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin’s freight rail system keeps the state’s economy on track
There are 13 railroads, including four major railroads, which operate more than 3,500 miles of track in the state.
Oct 19th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Why 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
Stay later: Amtrak Hiawatha service adds Saturday night round-trip
Visit Chicago for the day and stay into the evening without having to overnight
Oct 8th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Traffic crashes claim the lives of 63 people in September
Traffic fatalities so far this year are up by more than 16 percent over last year.
Oct 6th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Shilling Calls for Special Session on Transportation Funding
A July 2015 report by the U.S. Department of Transportation ranked Wisconsin the third worst state in the nation for transportation infrastructure.
Oct 1st, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Transit users encouraged to participate in public transit survey
The survey is being shared with all 81 of Wisconsin’s public transit systems October 5 to 16.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Wisconsin Department of Transportation schedules Hillside Interchange Structures Meeting
Meeting will take place on Wednesday September 30th at 5 p.m.
Sep 25th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
A World Without Walls
Freeways create concrete walls that divide the city. Their expansion is unneeded.
Sep 8th, 2015 by State Rep. Daniel Riemer
August had the highest number of traffic fatalities so far this year
As of August 31, a total of 356 people have died in Wisconsin traffic crashes in 2015
Sep 2nd, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
It should be safe to walk, right?
An increase in the number of people killed while walking on Wisconsin roads has the state set to surpass the 2013 total.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
Wisconsin ports and waterways help chart the course for Wisconsin’s growing economy
Governor proclaims this week as Ports Week across the state
Aug 24th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
State Patrol inspects every school bus every year
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, school buses are the safest form of transportation for getting students to and from school.
Aug 24th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Statewide crackdown on drunken driving begins Friday
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign runs from August 21 to September 7
Aug 20th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
