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24-05-2025
- Automotive
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Hale Interchange construction in Milwaukee County to begin week of May 27
Work is scheduled to begin the week of May 27 on a multi-year road construction project through the Hale Interchange in Milwaukee County. The work will take place along I-41/43/894 between Lincoln Avenue and 84th Street, according to a statement from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The project is expected to cost about $22.3 million. The work is scheduled to be completed in late 2026. Work will include: Resurfacing and patching along the interstate between Lincoln Avenue and 84th Street. Repairing multiple bridges within the Hale Interchange. Repairing the parking lot at the Hales Corners Park and Ride. Replacing guardrails and curb ramps. Upgrading signals and lights. Two-way traffic on the interstate will continue during construction, with resurfacing work taking place primarily overnight. Work on bridges will cause ramp closures for about 45 days: Starting in mid-summer, the northbound to eastbound system ramp will close. Starting in late summer, the westbound to southbound system ramp will close. At night, full closures of the freeway, lanes and ramps are expected. The Hales Corners Park and Ride lot along with the MCTS Route 55 stop will remain open for partial use. More information can be found at: Alison Dirr can be reached at adirr@ This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Hale Interchange construction to begin week of May 27
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Skip Summerfest traffic. Here's how to get to the festival in 2025 without driving
One of America's largest music festivals is returning to Milwaukee's lakefront this summer with dozens of new headliners taking the stage. Milwaukee County Transit System announced this month it is offering several transit options for festivalgoers traveling to Summerfest 2025 without a car. Summerfest runs three weekends from June 19-21, June 26-28, and July 3-5. Here's some options on how to get to the festival this year without a car. These Milwaukee County Transit System transit options will take you to or near Henry Maier Festival Park (the Summerfest grounds): MCTS shuttles offer nonstop direct access to the festival entrance outside the Mid Gate. Three Summerfest shuttles will run about every 15 minutes from College Avenue, Brown Deer Park or Hales Corners Park and Ride lots. Shuttles are cashless; passengers can pay using the Umo app, WisGo Card, most credit cards, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Round-trip fare is $12 for riders ages 12 and up, and $6 for youth and seniors and those with qualifying disabilities. The first shuttle leaves at 11:30 a.m. with the last buses departing Summerfest Mid Gate at 12:30 a.m. MCTS Connect: The Connect 1 BRT line is available to Summerfest riders with stops at The Couture on Michigan Avenue and Lincoln Memorial Drive. Buses will run more often on Saturday, leaving every 10 minutes. MCTS Regular Service: Several MCTS local routes will get you close to the grounds. For an extensive list of routes, visit Some pick up and drop off locations for MCTS regular routes include the Greenline, Route 15, Route 18 and Route 30. Several Milwaukee bars run shuttles to festival grounds during Summerfest. Here's a list of bars offering shuttle service: From the North: McBob's, 4919 W. North Ave. Spitfire's, 5018 W. State St. Jack's American Pub, 1323 E. Brady St. WurstBar, 1239 E. Brady St. Milwaukee Brat House, 1013 N. 3rd St. Shorewood Brat House, 4022 N. Oakland Ave. Belmont, 784 N. Jefferson St. Izzy Hops, 2311 N. Murray Ave. Uncle Buck's on Third, 1125 N. Doctor M.L.K. Jr. Drive Buck Bradley's,1019 N. Doctor M.L.K. Jr Drive Camp Bar Wauwatosa, 6600 W. North Ave. Who's on Third, 1007 N. 3rd St. From the South: O'Lydia's, 338 S. 1st St. Steny's Tavern & Grill, 800 S. 2nd St. Fat Daddy's, 120 W. National Ave. King Pins Spirits, 4102 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. Spirits, 922 Milwaukee Ave. Newport, 939 E. Conway St. Paulies Pub, 8031 W. Greenfield Ave. Gingerz, 3915 S. Howell Ave. Dale Z's 3585 S. Howell Ave. Jersey's, 4024 S. Howell Ave. Redbar, 2245 E. St. Francis Ave. The Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. Clementine's, 3143 S. Clement Ave. Patti's Power Plant, 2800 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. Attendees can rent a bike from nonprofit bikeshare program Bublr Bikes at one of the more than 100 docking stations in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa and West Allis and bike to Summerfest. You can dock your bike at the Discovery World station and walk over to the festival grounds. For festivalgoers who are taking their own bike, you can park near the Mid, North and South gates. You can also take a Lime scooter to the festival grounds by downloading the app and parking it at designated parking areas near Summerfest's North and Mid Gates. RELATED: Bublr Bikes is adding 500 new bikes to its fleet this year The Hop streetcar will drop off festivalgoers at Milwaukee's lakefront with a stop at the Couture. The service is free and runs until 12 a.m. weekdays and on Saturday, and until 10 p.m. on Sunday. The L-line arrives every 20 minutes. You can see the full schedule here. Drivers can park at the Henry Maier Festival Parking lots starting at 9 a.m. Parking is $40 a day and is available on a first come, first served basis, according to its website. You can purchase parking at the lot entrances or in advance online. For a list of public parking lots near Summerfest grounds, visit Park Milwaukee. RELATED: Here's how to apply for Milwaukee County Transit System's first-ever apprenticeship programs This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Summerfest 2025: Shuttle, schedule, parking, bus routes, Lime scooters
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Automotive
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Here's how to apply for Milwaukee County Transit System's first-ever apprenticeship programs
For the first time in its history, Milwaukee County Transit System is launching new apprenticeships this year and has already hired more than two dozen people for the program, the agency announced April 30. In honor of National Apprenticeship Day in Wisconsin, MCTS launched a new mechanics and operator apprenticeship program. The program launches as Wisconsin reports a record number of registered apprentices across the state with more than 17,000 participants in 2024, according to a news release. "As a leader in developing workforce development programs in the transit industry, our Union knows these programs are critical in preparing transit workers for the challenges on the job and helping them to advance careers,' said ATU International President John Costa in a statement. Here's what you need to know about the new apprenticeship programs. RELATED: Milwaukee County Transit System managing director steps down Apprentices can join a new 18-month registered program for mechanics, where after they can move into mechanic positions at MCTS, according to the release. Curriculum includes hands-on learning and mentorship at MCTS. The transit organization will also supply each mechanic apprentice with a set of tools valued at $4,000, which they will own after the completion of the program. Each mechanic apprentice will earn between $30 to $44 per hour, depending on their position. Trainers will also receive an additional $4 per hour on top of their current wage while teaching apprentices. Additionally, MCTS is also offering a 12-month registered apprenticeship program for new bus operators. Each operator apprentice will be assigned a mentor, who will be a current employee with at least three years experience. Each bus operator apprentice will earn $24.40 per hour, which is the same as a first-year bus operator. Both receive benefits, including a pension. This spring, MCTS hired two mechanic apprentices and 25 bus operator apprentices. You can find more information at To apply for the bus operator apprenticeship program visit MCTS starts screening in July and will start the bus operator program in the fall. The link will be posted later to the mechanic applications, confirmed spokesperson Anna Schryver. MCTS hopes to expand the mechanic apprenticeship program and will open applications in early 2026. RELATED: Ridership of Milwaukee's streetcar The Hop sees slight uptick in passengers compared to previous year: Inside the data This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: MCTS launches first-ever mechanic, bus operator apprenticeships
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30-04-2025
- Automotive
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MCTS launches bus mechanic, operator apprenticeship programs
The Brief MCTS launched apprenticeship programs for bus mechanics and operators. It's a first-of-its-kind workforce initiative in the state, according to MCTS. Further, MCTS said it offers a way to address transit employee shortages. MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Transit System on Tuesday launched Wisconsin's first registered apprenticeship programs for bus mechanics and operators. The backstory In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, MCTS said it's a first-of-its-kind workforce initiative in the state. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android MCTS said the programs reinforce Milwaukee County's commitment to "workforce innovation, job training, and long-term career pathways." Further, MCTS said it offers a way to address transit employee shortages. "On the 50th anniversary of MCTS, we are proud to advance Milwaukee County's public transit system and to help ensure its success over the next 50 years," said Donna Brown Martin, Milwaukee County Department of Transportation director. The program will help address a statewide shortage of bus mechanics while improving retention of new bus operators, according to officials. Big picture view The apprenticeship announcement comes less than a week after MCTS announced it was opening applications for its Summer Transit Teen Advocate program. According to MCTS, the program will bring together approximately 20 teens to tour transit facilities, learn from industry professionals, attend local field trips, and collaborate on a group project that promotes public transit among their peers. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Teen advocates will receive: A $25 meeting stipend for participation A free WisGo card for unlimited rides throughout the summer Access to mentorship and networking opportunities Applications are open now through Friday, May 23. Interested teens can apply online. The Source Information in this report is from the Milwaukee County Transit System.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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MCTS bus assaults; man previously convicted accused again
The Brief A 25-year-old man convicted for assaults on Milwaukee County Transit System buses has been charged again. Tayveon Sykes is accused of hitting two different passengers unprovoked. If convicted, Sykes could face more than three years in prison and $11,000 in fines. MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee man previously convicted for violence on Milwaukee County Transit System buses has been charged again. What we know The accused is 25-year-old Tayveon Sykes. He has been charged with the following: Battery to public transit operator, etc., habitual criminality repeater Disorderly conduct, habitual criminality repeater FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android According to a criminal complaint, officers were dispatched to an assault complaint on an MCTS bus on Sunday, March 30, around 8 p.m., near N. Port Washington and Keefe. Sykes allegedly approached a passenger from the back of the bus and struck his face unprovoked. Several minutes later he then stood up and slapped a different passenger, also unprovoked. Police reviewed the bus' video system that showed Sykes becoming physical with the passengers in "a wholly unprovoked manner." There was no conversation or contact with either before he assaulted them. The backstory Sykes was previously convicted a few weeks before, on March 12, for prior MCTS battery instances. In May 2024, he attacked a passenger that was using a walker and then attempted to attack the driver. The criminal complaint notes that both attacks were unprovoked. He was convicted of aggravated battery. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Additionally, in September 2023, he attacked a MCTS bus driver and uttered profanities at him. He was convicted of battery to a public transit operator. What's next If convicted, Sykes could face more than three years in prison and $11,000 in fines. He is due back in court for a preliminary hearing on Thursday, May 1. The Source Information in this report is from the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office and Wisconsin Circuit Court.
