Wisconsin Department of Transportation

Two-week Closure of Michigan Avenue Exit Ramp in City of Milwaukee

Thanksgiving holiday travelers should expect company on Wisconsin roads

Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County

Crash Responder Safety Week emphasizes drivers’ responsibility to keep workers safe

WisDOT, community celebrate completion of Zoo Interchange project in Milwaukee County

WisDOT delivers on Gov. Evers’ promise to finish Zoo Interchange

November 13-17 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin

Milwaukee Seeks Change In State Law To Fight Reckless Driving

Mayor Cavalier Johnson signs Alderman Lamont Westmoreland's proposal, calls for legislative action.

Gov. Evers Celebrates Unveiling of New Forest County Potawatomi Dual-Language Highway Signs

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate WIS 15 Improvements in Outagamie County

Safety Fencing Being Added to Hoan Bridge

Bridge has been the site of dozens of suicides.

WisDOT announces new fare schedule for Amtrak Hiawatha Service

Variable pricing to help balance seat availability, meet funding goals and encourage usage

Milwaukee County Receives Funding To Test Road Safety Infrastructure

Funding will cover portable speed humps and high-visibility sidewalks.

Wisconsin communities to receive nearly $1 million for road safety planning

Commit to safe driving on Buckle Up Phone Down Day

Incidental Take Notice For Sauk County

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More Than $134 Million in Quarterly Aid Payments for Local Roads and Communities

Follow Wisconsin’s school bus laws to keep students safe

School Bus Safety Week reminds drivers of laws to protect children

Port Officials Have Concern With Potential I-794 Removal

Freeway-to-boulevard option is one of several that state is still studying.

WisDOT encourages attentive driving to keep pedestrians safe

Pedestrian Safety Month highlights crash risks for non-drivers

DMV Road Test Waiver pilot program to end December 31, 2023

Airport Train Station Construction Progressing

Train station continues to operate while second platform built.

Short-term shoulder, outside lane closures planned along I-794 (Hoan Bridge)

WisDOT, city of Milwaukee urge safe driving in Wisconsin work zones

Governor’s Conference on Highway Safety addresses biggest challenges on Wisconsin roads

Labor Day weekend travel update helps you know before you go

Pack some patience and keep speeds down on Wisconsin roadways

Public invited to review, comment on WisDOT 2023 ADA Transition Plan`

Silver City InterNational Festival Returns

12th annual event to celebrate diversity and culture in Silver City.

WisDOT, DATCP highlight historic transportation investments in rural Wisconsin communities

Organization for suicide prevention requests new special license plate

Comment period open through September 23, 2023

Senator Baldwin Calls on President Biden to Replace the Blatnik Bridge in Superior

Baldwin supports Governors Evers and Walz’s application for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds to rebuild critical bridge between Superior and Duluth

Risk of pavement buckling rises with temperatures

Park East Removal Didn’t ‘Devastate’ Downtown

Controversy over its removal offers lessons to those opposing plan to take down I-794 link.

Residents Concerned I-94 Widening Would Increase Flooding In Nearby Neighborhoods

Valley Park, Merrill Park and other low-lying neighborhoods would see increased runoff.

Evers Signs School Bus Driver, Crime Laws, Vetoes Nine Bills

Vetoes restrictions on unemployment insurance and protections for fossil fuels.

Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Help Bolster School Bus Driver Workforce

New law would allow school board members to volunteer as school bus drivers

How Committed Is City To Tearing Down 794?

Council members question 'weasel language' in Milwaukee plan for Downtown.

National Ave Could Get Protected Bike Lanes, Fewer Driving Lanes

But will accommodations be made for bus rapid transit or streetcar service?

State Wants Feedback On Plans For I-794

Should elevated freeway between 6th St. and Hoan Bridge become a boulevard? Two public meetings to seek citizen comments.

Port Celebrates Biggest Investment In 60 Years

New facility is a partnership of city and state, like 'peanut butter and jelly.'

Gov. Evers Joins WisDOT Officials, Community Leaders to Celebrate WIS 50 Improvements in Kenosha County

Gov. Evers Announces New Rustic Roads Guide with 124 Routes

Print and online guides now also feature Wisconsin’s Scenic Byways

Oak Leaf Trail Projects Could Start in 2024

List includes a new ramp near UW-Milwaukee and trail modernization projects.

WisDOT to host I-794 Lake Interchange Study public meetings

WisDOT supports maritime commerce with lift bridge payments

Safe Drivers Can Reverse Reckless Driving Trend in Wisconsin Communities

July Law of the Month: Reckless driving prevention

Water Street Could Become Pedestrian Haven in Third Ward

Wider sidewalks, fewer traffic lanes contemplated.

Wisconsin State Patrol welcomes new officers at graduation ceremony

License revoked from out-of-state buyer

WisDOT awarded $15 million to reduce road congestion, improve safety

State secures U.S. DOT RAISE grant

Airport Train Station Expansion Underway

Its construction will help expand Amtrak Hiawatha. Plus: Recap of the week's real estate news.

State’s Pedestrian Deaths Rise By 50%

2022 was Wisconsin's worst year since 1981. Report cites dangerous driving and larger heavier vehicles as factors.

Milwaukee Wins $14 Million Grant To Rebuild, Reimagine Villard Avenue

Northside main street will receive "Complete Streets" treatment.

Senator Baldwin Helps Secure Nearly $35 Million for Critical Transportation Infrastructure Projects

Investment from Baldwin-Supported Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will improve safety for bicyclists, pedestrians, and drivers, support good paying jobs, and strengthen our supply chain

WisDOT seeks public comment on specialty license plate request from pet advocacy group

Comment period open through July 20

WisDOT seeks public input on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program

Milwaukee Planning Three Protected Bike Lanes, Trail to Lake

City seeking federal funds from state to advance projects across city.

Committee recommends denial of license application for intermodal station parking lot at 701 W. St. Paul

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More Than $103 Million in Second Quarter Aid for Local Roads and Communities

Public Meetings Upcoming On Redesign Of Two Major Southside Streets

National and Oklahoma will see major changes. Meetings give chance for questions and feedback.

WisDOT announces public meeting for National Avenue (WIS 59) project

Risk of pavement buckling rises with temperatures

Wisconsin Planning Passenger Trains To Green Bay, Madison

Startup could be funded by $44 billion from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

How Would Widening I-94 Affect City Residents?

Citizens discuss potholes, noise pollution, public transit as state advances freeway plan.

Incidental Take Notice For Ozaukee County

Click It or Ticket seat belt safety campaign begins

Awareness messaging, enforcement efforts encourage seat belt use to save lives

License suspended for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

Another Company Bucks Trend, Expands Downtown Office

HNTB expands downtown office. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

WisDOT: All aboard for rail planning

Final 30-day comment period opens for long-range rail plan

License revoked for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

Wholesale dealer licenses revoked from two Milwaukee dealers

First public meeting set for Reimagining WIS 175 Study

DMV releases Ice Age Trail license plates

Spring Thaw and Class II road restrictions end Thursday for southern Wisconsin

Annual Work Zone Awareness Week highlights importance of highway safety

WisDOT congratulates Madison for $15 million federal grant

Bridge Investment Program funding will help rebuild John Nolen Drive

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Selected For National Pedestrian Safety Initiative

Milwaukee is one of nine cities in new program.

WisDOT’s new safety campaign highlights dangers of distracted driving

New ads mark national Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April

Board Wrings Extra $8,000 Out Of We Energies Deals

Supervisors, parks department gain more money for two utility easements.

Pavement work to begin in Zoo Interchange

Milwaukee Admirals announced as signature sponsor of downtown’s first dog park

Milwaukee’s professional hockey team joins Fromm Family Pet Foods and area businesses in advancing project

Explore transportation history with WisDOT’s online highway map archive

Step back in time with 100 years of Wisconsin’s Official State Highway Maps

Next federal funding opportunity to create safer roads announced

WisDOT supports communities applying for competitive federal grant

WEDC report shows Wisconsin manufacturers will benefit from strategic investments in expanded EV supply chain

Automotive supply manufacturers currently employ 92,000 statewide

Celebrating 10 years of Small Business Academy

Register now for free conference dedicated to helping local businesses thrive

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce New Federal Funding for Work Zone Safety Innovation

Gov. Evers Approves More Than $319,000 in County Forest Road Aid

Improvements provide access to land that helps define Northern Wisconsin

West Side Freeway-to-Boulevard Study Advances

City has first-of-its-kind formal role in study of 1.5-mile Highway 175.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Grant to Help Build Polk County Industrial Park

Growing manufacturing company plans expansion, more jobs in Northwest Wisconsin

Largest Remaining Menomonee Valley Site Will Be Developed

City gained federal funds for 15-acre site. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.

Incidental Take Notice For Outagamie County

Gov. Evers Announces $24 Million in Federal Funds to Ease Congestion, Improve Air Quality

Funding supports 18 projects, including electric buses, trail expansions, and smart traffic signals

Public invited to comment on WisDOT’s cultural resources policy

License suspended for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

WisDOT, City of Racine share update on WIS 38 Root River bridge project in Racine County

WisDOT’s new RIDESHARE platform offers more transportation options

Wisconsin Loses Out on Stadium Freeway Grant

City-county-state effort sought $2 million grant to study converting it to a boulevard.

WisDOT resources help communities tap into historic infrastructure funding

Online resources available to apply for federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grants

Chicago, Milwaukee, Twin Cities Train Could Start in Late 2023

New train line would serve as second daily Empire Builder run.

Winter storm expected to impact travel tonight through Thursday

City Will Rebuild Sherman Boulevard, Plans Traffic Calming Improvements

Four-lane road, site of many crashes, could be narrowed or reconfigured.