Extended lane and ramp closures at the Mitchell Interchange will affect southbound access to Mitchell International Airport this weekend. Expect detours and extra travel time.

Milwaukee officials say they will require bagged leaf pickup starting this fall after record April storms, pairing the change with accelerated flood projects. The move aims to keep storm drains clear and give crews more flexible pickup timing.

A coalition of Milwaukee nonprofits and transit advocates launched a campaign to press state lawmakers for more transit funding after 2026 service cuts left the county bus system strained.

Drivers say private downtown Milwaukee lots are issuing $90 notices minutes after payment, forcing motorists into disputes and worries about collections.

The Department of Public Works wraps a week of neighborhood sessions with a final open house Tuesday at Good Hope Library. Planners will share the 414 in Motion vision and collect feedback on street safety and transit priorities.

Delta Flight 2309 diverted to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport late April 26. Airport officials say the plane landed safely and there were no injuries; the reason is still unconfirmed.

A replacement bridge on Lapham Street near Riverside Park collapsed during a concrete pour; officials say no one was hurt and the contractor was ordered to clean up.

A custom replacement beam delay has pushed the 16th Street Viaduct's reopening into July, prolonging detours and transit changes across the Menomonee Valley.

Harley‑Davidson recalled 16,994 2025–26 Softail motorcycles after engineers found a rear brake‑line routing issue that can cause fluid loss and rear brake failure. Dealer repairs will be free and owner letters are expected in mid‑May.

A proposed rebuild of North Sherman Boulevard would add protected bike lanes but remove blocks of on‑street parking, prompting concern from businesses and residents. City and community leaders are now weighing tradeoffs and timelines.

Sections of I‑43 in Milwaukee were closed on April 15 after heavy storms flooded low points on the interstate. Officials urged motorists to avoid the area.

MCTS now accepts tap-to-pay: cards, phones and smartwatches are valid for full fares while WisGo/Umo remains required for reduced fares.

Bidders are jockeying to run MMSD’s Jones Island and South Shore plants in a contest that could top $700M over ten years. The choice will shape operations, budgets and storm response.