Wisconsin Department of Transportation

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.

License suspended for Milwaukee motor vehicle dealer

Gov. Evers Announces Initiatives to Curb Reckless Driving, Keep Streets and Communities Safe

Governor’s plan invests in re-engineering roads, expands driver’s education, increases State Patrol trooper and inspector positions, and bolsters reckless and drunk driving penalties

New Wisconsin DMV License Plate Request From The Fix Is In, Inc.

Comment period open through March 10

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Tours Agricultural Maritime Export Facility at Port Milwaukee with The DeLong Co., Inc.

This is the largest one-time investment in Port Milwaukee history since the 1950s

Wisconsin DMV’s Online Service Wins For Efficiency

“Frankly, the real winners are Wisconsin residents who can complete their entire DMV tasks online from home. What’s more efficient than that?”

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

“Since 2019, we’ve improved more than 5,800 miles of roads and highways across the state, but there is more work to be done to ensure municipalities have the support and resources they need to keep fixing the darn roads,” said Gov. Evers.

DMV offers information on obtaining an ID to vote in the Spring primary

Start the process now for a free ID to vote

Interstate 794 Named Freeway Without A Future

Congress for the New Urbanism report will include downtown Milwaukee highway.

Massive Port Project Nears Completion

Ethanol byproduct will soon start flowing through facility, and onward to other continents.

WisDOT announces 2022 Excellence in Construction awards

Contractors honored for projects in Brown, Dane, Eau Claire, Lincoln, Racine and Washburn counties

Swarming Technology promotes Andy Krystowiak to CEO, Ian Baxter as CTO

Green Bay, Fox Valley Want Passenger Rail

Municipal leaders ask federal authorities to consider rail line from Milwaukee to Green Bay.

I-94 Expansion Public Comment Deadline Extended

State allowing public comment until Jan. 31. Opponents favor "Fix at Six" option.

WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson elected AASHTO VP

DNR Secretary-Designee Payne Makes Leadership Team Appointments

Should Milwaukee Traffic Lights Flash Red Overnight?

Idea intended to prevent red-light runners from crashing into innocent drivers.

31-hour full freeway closure planned for I-41 this weekend

I-94 East-West study public comment period extended to January 31, 2023

WisDOT continues to encourage stakeholder input in the environmental document process

Dual-Language Highway Signs Will Highlight Wisconsin Tribes

WisDOT, federal government and 11 Wisconsin tribes have spent more than a decade on effort.

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2022 Accomplishments

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Announces $5 Million Investment into Rural Transit

Investment to serve seniors and individuals with disabilities

Senator Baldwin Secures Over $255 Million for Wisconsin in Senate Appropriations Legislation

Projects championed by Senator Baldwin were included in Fiscal Year 2023 bipartisan bill

WisDOT urges extreme caution during upcoming winter storm

Travel discouraged Friday due to potential blizzard conditions

Frozen road law takes effect Wednesday for northern half of Wisconsin

Law affects log haulers, transport of road salt/sand in Zone 1 and 2

New Hotel Rises on City’s Edge

Hotel will be Wisconsin's first WoodSpring Suites.

WisDOT requests public comment on Wisconsin State Freight Plan

Transportation Projects Commission marks four years of bipartisan work

Collaborative planning advances Wisconsin’s major highway projects

Opponents Assail I-94 Expansion at Public Hearing

Anti-expansion coalition pushes 'Fix at Six' rather than eight-lane I-94 expansion.

Sokaogon Chippewa Community, WisDOT unveil dual-language highway signs

15 businesses named as finalists for 2022 MARKETPLACE awards

Winners will be announced at Dec. 6 conference

County Committee Backs I-94 ‘Fix at Six’

Resolution next goes to full county board. MICAH leader warns the state could be sued.

I-94 Fix-At-Six Resolution Recommended for Adoption by Milwaukee County Transportation and Transit Committee

November 28 is Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin

Motorists can show appreciation and give snowplow drivers space to safely do their job