Wisconsin Department of Transportation

Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $8 million in Grants, Loans for Wisconsin’s Freight Railroad Assistance Program

City Effort to Stop Reckless Driving Hits State Roadblocks

Roads like Fond du Lac Ave. or Capitol Dr. are 'state highways', limiting design changes.

Wisconsin receives federal approval for state’s Electric Vehicle Plan

Wisconsin Building Network of Fast-Charging Electric Vehicle Stations

85% of state highways would be within 25 miles of charger. Supply chain issues remain a hurdle.

City Wins Grant To Develop Site Beneath Marquette Interchange

With $3.25 million federal grant, Menomonee Valley site would receive street extension, water and sewer service.

Baldwin Brings Home $80M Infrastructure Investment for Columbia County Bridges

Incidental Take Notice For Chippewa County

New Memorial Honors Wisconsin State Patrol’s Fallen Heroes

State leaders, family members participate in dedication ceremony Friday

Can City Make Fond du Lac Avenue Safer?

Project would rebuild portion of artery that leads into Downtown, but may not include major changes.

Put Children’s Safety First On Every Trip in a Vehicle

Wisconsin State Patrol’s September Law of the Month: Child Passenger Safety

I-41/894 Noise Wall Project Resumes

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will resume work to install noise walls along I-41/894 in Milwaukee County.

Public Comment Period Open for WisDOT 2022 ADA Transition Plan

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) invites the public to review and offer comments on the agency’s 2022 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.

Work on safer driving during Labor Day weekend

Gov. Evers Announces $900,000 Harbor Assistance Program Grant for the Port of Manitowoc

Ice Age Trail Alliance requests new Wisconsin DMV license plate

Comment period open through Sept. 23

Incidental Take Notice For Waukesha County

Gov. Evers, Minnesota Gov. Walz Seek Federal Funds for Major Duluth-Superior Bridge Project

Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of primary

Steps to obtain an ID to vote explained

Wisconsin’s Fall Primary election is ahead, ensure you have an ID to vote

I-41/US 45 54 Hour full freeway closure planned for this weekend. Weather delay is possible

DMV offers information on obtaining an ID to vote in the Fall Primary

Start the process now for a free ID to vote

MMAC Freeway Expansion Plan Doesn’t Add Up

It's predicated on a theory of congestion and economic development that has no evidence to support it.

Governor Evers announces $22.5 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for transportation projects in areas with populations above 50,000

Officials Plan Changes For Derogatory Names of 28 Sites

Task Force will pick new names for geographic features and public lands.

Upcoming closure of southbound I-94/I-43 exit ramp to National Avenue/6th Street

Railroad work to require full closure of Brown Deer Road

What’s That Big, New Tower at The Port?

Largest port investment in 60 years is beginning to materialize. See it from the Hoan Bridge.

WEC Sends Postcards to Eligible but Unregistered Residents

Licenses revoked for two Milwaukee wholesale dealers

North Avenue Bridge Project Finished

Say goodbye to those pesky detours as Milwaukee County finishes job.

WIS 33 closure at Ozaukee County I begins on Tuesday

State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay

Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.

Milwaukee Planning To Eliminate Traffic Crash Deaths

City, led by Mayor Cavalier Johnson, adopts "Vision Zero" policy

Pavement buckles rise with summer temperatures

Governor Evers announces $400,000 TEA grant for Pleasant Prairie manufacturing

Rail spur project helps Balcan Innovations add 80 jobs

Coalition Renews Call for Fix At Six Solution for I-94 in Milwaukee

Press conference features elected officials, activists and impacted neighbors

Open Meetings For Scaled-Down Stadium Interchange

WisDOT meetings Tuesday, Wednesday for public comments on diverging-diamond design.

Wisconsin Bike Fed Releases Wisconsin Bikeways Report

WisDOT calls for commitment to safe driving as deadly crashes rise in Wisconsin

Driver responsibility, awareness key to preventing tragedies

ACE Internship Program Returns to MKE

MPS students to spend summer exploring aviation careers at Airport

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.