Wisconsin Department of Transportation

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $35 Million in Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Local Road Improvements

First round of funding will support 40 projects across the state

Gov. Evers Announces $149 Million in State Funds for Local Roads

Funding will help complete 342 projects over next five years

Click It or Ticket enforcement begins today

Donald Driver featured in WisDOT’s latest campaign video to encourage seat belt use

Century City Will Be Used For Concrete Crushing

Concrete will be trucked west from N. Humboldt Blvd.

Green Infrastructure Project Planned For Interstate 94 and Becher Street

Site divides Harbor District and Bay View from Lincoln Village, has homeless encampment.

Risk of pavement buckling rises with temperatures

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Cabinet Take ‘Cabinet on the Road’ to Western Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers, together with members of his cabinet, hosted ‘Cabinet on the Road’ events in Osseo, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire.

Should Milwaukee Remove A Second Freeway?

1.5-mile-long Wisconsin Highway 175, formerly US 41, could become a boulevard.

Supervisor Burgelis Encourages Public Participation in Highway 175 Study

Vliet Street Reconstruction Gets Federal Funding

Plus: Humboldt reconstruction nearly 50% over budget and the future of Highway 175.

Governor Evers’ plan to invest in Wisconsin transportation approved

Wisconsin DMV first in nation to share driver data electronically

Improvements to WIS 57 ramp require 30-day closure

City Preparing Menomonee Valley Site For Development

Three buildings could be built on Kneeland Properties site.

Cruise Ships Return to Milwaukee

For the first time since 2019 cruises return, the city expecting 33 visits in 2022.

The End of Milwaukee’s Rush Hour?

Weekday traffic volumes are down in state and city since 2019. So is bus ridership.

Governor Evers funds local transportation with quarterly aid payment of more than $101 million

WEC Implements Legislative Audit Bureau Recommendations

Spring elections ahead, ensure you have an ID to vote

Wisconsin DMV ends extension for drivers ages 60+ March 31

TCMC Train Poised for 2024 Start

Feds give final approval to $32 million grant to fund second daily Chicago, Milwaukee, Twin Cities train.

Gov. Evers Approves Funds to Improve 900 Miles of Public Roads for 2022

Baldwin Works to Secure More Than $187 Million for Wisconsin in Omnibus Appropriations Legislation

Federal funding delivers support to local projects in Wisconsin championed by Senator Baldwin during the Congressional appropriations process

Twin Cities-Milwaukee-Chicago rail gets $31.8 million federal boost

Improvements double available round trips for passengers, aid freight efficiency

Wisconsin DMV online driver license renewals hits 200,000 milestone

Feds Pursuing Complete Streets

A goal of safe and accessible roadways for all users isn't just a Milwaukee policy anymore.

As spring thaw begins, frozen road coverage shrinks

Drive to protect workers this construction season

Wisconsin State Patrol’s March Law of the Month highlights work zone safety

Gov. Evers congratulates West Bend for opening new business road

WisDOT construction grant helps new manufacturing facility to add 50 jobs

Gov. Evers announces nearly $15 million in grants and loans to improve freight rail

WisDOT projects increase safety and strengthen the supply chain

Wisconsin Traffic Deaths Rising

Reckless driving isn't just a problem in Milwaukee.

Bridge Repairs Shutting Down North Avenue Bridge

County-owned bridge example of crumbling infrastructure in backlog of projects.

Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.

State driver licenses and IDs are the most common forms of identification to show at the polls

DMV offers information on obtaining a free ID to vote in the Spring Primary

Could More Drivers Ed Reduce Reckless Driving?

Some Milwaukee leaders point to decline of program as key contributor.

Frozen Road Law Expands To Entire State

Law affects log haulers, transport of road salt/sand

WisDOT Announces 2021 Excellence in Construction Awards

Contractors honored for projects in Oneida, Vilas, Milwaukee, Menominee, Dunn, Sauk, and Rock counties

WisDOT Simplifies Test for School Bus Drivers

Temporary waiver for a section of test intended to address labor shortages.

Governor Evers funding local transportation with quarterly aid payment of more than $132 million

Frozen road law expands to cover northern half of Wisconsin

WisDOT stresses importance of human trafficking awareness in Wisconsin

State Patrol January Law of the Month highlights prevention efforts

County Seeks Federal Grant for Flooded Trail

Flooded area in Root River Parkway submerges trail for most of the year, requires realigning

Frozen road law takes effect Thursday in northern Wisconsin

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

Study Says 1 Million Tons of Salt Enter Lake Michigan Annually

Salinity levels not "catastrophic." State, local governments cutting down on winter salting.

Johnson Plan Targets Reckless Driving

Acting-mayor-to-be and mayoral candidate Cavalier Johnson releases detailed plan of action.

Holiday season Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign begins

Interstate 94 Project Cost Much Higher Than Original Estimate

Both six and eight lane options cost more than $1.2 billion and include similar dramatic overhaul of Stadium Interchange.

2021 MARKETPLACE Community Economic Development Awards recognize notable business and community leaders

WEDC provides recognition to top supporters of minority-, woman- and veteran-owned businesses

Governor Evers awards nearly $4 million to local transit services

Public Input Sought on Controversial Interstate 94 Expansion

State studying options to rebuild at six and eight lane configurations.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Passing of Master Trooper Dan Stainbrook

Governor Evers announces funding to improve Wisconsin Avenue bridge in Wauwatosa

Mayor says improvements will help deal with flooding, improve public safety and make Wauwatosa an even more pedestrian-friendly city

Senator Baldwin Applauds House Vote to Pass Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Bipartisan legislation creates Wisconsin jobs and rebuilds Badger State infrastructure

‘Steer It, Clear It’ law keeps drivers, first responders safe after a crash

Lake Michigan Endangers Shorelines

Rising from record low to record high in seven years. ‘The water always wins.’

Baldwin Works to Secure More Than $176 Million for Wisconsin in Senate Appropriations Package

Federal funding would deliver support to local projects in Wisconsin championed by Senator Baldwin during the Congressional appropriations process

Governor Evers funding local transportation with $129.7 million quarterly aid payment

Wisconsin launches Buckle Up Phone Down campaign to save lives

HNTB Expanding Downtown Office

Engineering firm moved Downtown in 2019, added 20 employees and hopes to hire 30 more.

Construction Starts on Biggest Port Project In More Than 60 Years

Milwaukee project intended to make Wisconsin export hub for ethanol byproduct.

State Selling Milwaukee DNR Office

Property occupies prominent corner in Bronzeville.

New COVID-19 Mass Testing Site Opens in Menomonee Valley

New site at a former WisDOT emissions testing site. It replaces American Family Field testing site.

WisDOT adds Rustic Roads to interactive maps

GIS tools make data more accessible, easier to use

Officials Celebrate Tent City Replacement

Joint effort by city, county, state and MMSD worthy of national emulation?

Did I-94 End Milwaukee’s Population Growth?

City's population has declined since 1960s while Waukesha County kept growing.

Construction Business Group Names Joseph L. Davis, Sr. As New Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Development Director

Northbound long-term lane closure to begin as part of I-43 URT bridge project

Railroad Merger is a Win for Milwaukee, Southeastern Wisconsin

The Port of Milwaukee could again become intermodal shipping hub, now with direct access to Mexico.

Plan Offers Alternative To Expanded I-94

Groups back repairing freeway, second BRT line, possible commuter rail, other projects.

WisDOT I-94 North-South project wins national acclaim

Safety is goal for on-budget, on-time interstate improvement

Public meeting set for proposed improvements along I-43 in Milwaukee County

Open house to discuss design plans

DMV adds new, award-winning online service and more helpful resources

Transit aids to Milwaukee and Madison provide needed mobility

Gov. Tony Evers’ plan supports job seekers, community health, families

Incidental Take Notice For Ozaukee County

The public is encouraged to submit written comments regarding project-related impacts to the queensnake by Sept. 24, 2021

WisDOT opens public comment period for 2021 ADA Transition Plan

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Rail Project to Help Spur $10 Million Investment, 40 New Jobs in Walworth County

Prep Work Begins Ahead of I-43 North-South Construction

Reckless driving leads to more unnecessary loss of life

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson August 16, 2021

Crash-Prone Walnut Street To Receive Road Diet

Rebuilding effort will add safety improvements for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.

Milwaukee Rehabbing Four Bridges

State and federal dollars helping repair some of city's less notable bridges.

42 Wisconsin State Patrol cadets become officers at graduation ceremony

Crosswalk Murals as Reckless Driving Deterrent

Murals along North Ave. are intended to raise awareness of reckless driving.

WisDOT receives grant to combat impaired driving

Motorcycle Deaths Up 31% in State

Officials worry about 'risky behavior” on roads which started during low-traffic pandemic.

Gov. Evers announces WisDOT grant for Milton jobs

Rail project will help chocolate factory receive ingredients

Variable Speed Limits Causing Freeway Crashes?

Sheriff, county, WISDOT analyzing whether abrupt changes in speed limits are unsafe.

Long term lane closures begin next week as a part of Zoo IC North Leg

Lane closures will impact northbound and southbound traffic

Port Wins Grant to Upgrade Cruise Ship Dock

City anticipates 2022 return of Great Lakes cruises.

Gov. Evers Announces WisDOT Grant for Job Growth in Marinette

raSmith Staff Recognized as Qualified Roundabout Designers

Southbound I-43 lane closures between Hampton Avenue and Capitol Drive

Every driver can make construction zones safer

Buckle up, phone down for Work Zone Safety Awareness Week

Canadian Railroad Mergers Would Impact Milwaukee

Canadian Pacific and Canadian National are vying to purchase Kansas City Southern.

Daily Service Returns to Amtrak’s Milwaukee-Chicago Line

Hiawatha Service was slashed one year ago amidst pandemic.

Supervisor Weishan Rallies Opposition to Planned Expansion of I-94

Pavement work in Zoo Interchange begins next week

System ramp work to close two ramps Sunday April 25th.

Advocates applaud opportunity for public input on I-94 East-West project, but new environmental review process still needed

WisDOT commits to additional public input and data review on controversial highway expansion project with major racial inequity and climate impacts

State Delaying Interstate 94 Expansion For New Study

Project opponents applaud the move.

Freeway Expansion Opponents To Meet With Biden Administration

Biden and Buttigieg might be more willing than Evers to halt project.