MCTS and its fare payment service provider, Umo Mobility, agreed to extend the program into 2024 due to a supply chain delay pushing back the pre-board fare equipment.
Waukesha Metro joins Milwaukee County Transit System in making the switch to WisGo, with other nearby transit agencies preparing to make the switch as well.
As part of the process to welcome bus rapid transit, MCTS purchased 14 Stertil-Koni inground telescopic piston DIAMONDLIFTs and 16 Mobile Column Lifts from Stertil-Koni.
MCTS Driver Carlos Nunez's quick action might have been the difference between life and death for a passenger having a heart attack. Another story of MCTS Excellence.
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Voice Winners said thank you. In 2016 MCTS held a vote to help choose the new voices riders hear making announcements on the bus.
This week's transit update includes videos from Bay Area Rapid Transit, Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), Auckland Transport, Metro Transit, TransLink and Hillsborough Area...
The new fleet of MCTS 5700 Series Buses hit the road summer of 2016, MCTS highlighted some of the features that make the buses different from its old fleet.
Transit systems in Milwaukee, Wis., and the Tampa, Fla., area reflect the industry’s wider move toward payment systems that support equitable efforts, including fare capping, ...
The account-based ticketing platform will offer riders more flexible ways to pay for trips and offer fare capping - a move transit and city leaders hail as a key step toward greater...
Now that businesses are starting to reopen physical offices in the downtown area, MCTS is resuming its Freeway Flyers to help employees get to and from work.
The study will analyze the feasibility of options that would enhance transit service, increase frequency, reduce travel times, add amenities and potentially expand the existing...
A $40.9-million grant was awarded to the project, which will provide faster and more reliable transit service along the region’s busiest travel corridor.
The American Red Cross of Southeast Wisconsin honored Milwaukee County Transit System Driver Natalie Barnes as its Hero of the Year at the 14th annual Brave Hearts Awards on Thursday...
Time Magazine and the hit television show ‘Ellen’ are each recognizing Milwaukee County Transit System Driver Natalie Barnes for her kindness and remarkable compassion.
New bus routes, more high frequency service and better transit. That’s what MCTS is showing off as part of MCTS NEXT — a reimagining of bus service for the future. The public ...
The Milwaukee County Transit System is keeping a seat open and placing a red rose on every bus from Friday, November 30 through Sunday, December 2 to honor the life of Rosa Parks...
The strange story of artwork stolen from a Milwaukee County Transit System bus shelter took an unusual twist over the weekend when the unique piece was returned.
Families across Milwaukee County can leave their cars, minivans and SUVs at home on Saturday, September 22nd, and hop on the bus for MCTS Take Your Kid on the Bus Day.
Just four months after the app was fully launched (Android and Apple), it has been downloaded more than 25,000 times and is being used thousands and thousands of times every day...
Since the redesigned website was launched one year ago, on February 21, 2017, it’s been used tens of millions of times to plan a trip, track a bus and view stories of MCTS Excellence...
The Milwaukee Common Council took some time out from their meeting on January 17, 2018 to recognize Milwaukee County Transit System driver Tayetta Currin.
Storms like what the city had this week are a great reminder for riders to give themselves extra time, whether they are walking, driving or riding the bus.
The Milwaukee County Transit System will keep a seat open and the headlights shining on its entire fleet on Friday, December 1, 2017, to honor the life of Rosa Parks.
Milwaukee County and MCTS submitted an updated grant to the Federal Transit Administration this week for funding for the East-West Bus Rapid Transit Project.
Milwaukee County and the Milwaukee County Transit System submitted an updated grant to the Federal Transit Administration for funding for the East-West Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)...
The Milwaukee County Transit System is unveiling the Quantum Securement System, a cutting edge technology that allows riders in wheelchairs and other mobility devices to secure...
The following is a letter from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele about his #EngageMKE initiative, a first-of-its-kind opportunity for people to weigh in on the Milwaukee ...
Forty private and public employers will be recruiting and hiring during the collaborative effort known as Veteran Summer Slam Employment Fair to be held on Friday, June 16, from...
Milwaukee County and Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) are looking to get input about the planned nine-mile, regional, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route.
Say Anthony Jamal’s name to his co-workers and they all remember the same thing: a quiet and friendly guy. Now those same co-workers are preparing to lay Anthony, 51, to rest ...
More than 26,000 letters are being sent out this week to people with GO Pass cards informing them of updates to the program, including the end of free rides on June 26, 2017.
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) driver Matt Kallas was driving home after a late shift on March 20th when he spotted a car that matched the description of a missing elderly...
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) driver Matt Kallas was driving home after a late shift on March 20th when he spotted a car that matched the description of a missing elderly...
Two Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Drivers are being credited for helping save a man who they found behind the wheel of his car, unconscious and in the middle of the street...
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has announced the launch of the all-new RideMCTS.com. The site has been re-designed to be more mobile-friendly, easier to navigate and optimized...
Members of the EarlyAct Club (An Elementary School Level Rotary Club) at St. Marcus Lutheran School, located at 2215 N. Palmer St., have a special message for Milwaukee County...
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) riders have some new voices to help them get around in 2017. Professional voiceover artists, Maria Lopez and Tom Pantaleo, can now be heard...
For the first time in more than five years, some MCTS fares are increasing. The cost of a regular and premium 7-Day and 31-Day Pass is going up next year, while single ride fares...
For the first time in history the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has provided more than 100,000 rides to passengers who use wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) riders will be getting into the holiday spirit this month thanks to audio messages playing onboard all MCTS buses now through Christmas....
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will keep a seat open and the headlights shining on its entire fleet on Thursday, December 1, 2016, to honor the life of Rosa Parks ...
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Driver Jeannie Mitchell’s alert reaction and maternal instincts helped save two Milwaukee children from a very scary situation.
The sale and demolition of the Downtown Milwaukee Transit Center means changes for several Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) routes that run through Downtown Milwaukee.
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released the following statement in response to the City of Wauwatosa Transportation Committee’s vote on Tuesday to approve the County’s...
A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) driver is being recognized for her quick action in helping a 15-year-old girl escape from a man who was harassing and following her.
Celebrate PrideFest with ease and convenience by taking the bus! The Milwaukee County Transit System’s (MCTS) Downtown Shuttle provides service to PrideFest, held June 10-12, ...
Apollo Video Technology (Apollo Video) has announced that Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has selected the company to outfit its fleet of buses with the RoadRunner HD mobile...
The Milwaukee County Transit System is announcing a program that will provide free, smart card bus passes for people who need a ride to register to vote or to receive identification...
Eighty-six years after the first Milwaukee transit paper passes came into existence, the last passes rolled out of the MCTS Print Shop on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016.
Packers fans have team pride unlike any other and the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is no different. As the Packers make their push in the NFC Playoffs, MCTS is proud...
MCTS is leaping into a new era in 2016. After years of hard work upgrading technology on buses and online and working with passengers on adopting the M•CARD, MCTS will phase out...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is celebrating and marking the return of Star Wars with a week of special Star Wars-themed transit pictures. Every day during the week...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) are teaming up to reward bus riders. From Dec. 11 – 18, M•CARD pass holders will receive $3 off...
MCTS is teaming up with Santa Claus and 103.7 KISS-FM to give riders a chance to see a North Pole celebrity on the bus! Elfie, everybody’s favorite little helper, will be riding...
Before sitting down with family and friends this Thanksgiving, give back by helping MCTS Stuff the Bus on Nov. 25. MCTS is proud to partner with 99.1 The Mix, Feeding America ...
Packers fans have a unique way to celebrate Brett Favre in the lead up to his jersey retirement ceremony on Thanksgiving night - they can ride the bus. The Milwaukee County Transit...
Passengers using the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) have another new technology update to make riding easier. Beginning Nov. 15, riders with an M•CARD can buy a 1-Day ...
Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Managing Director Dan Boehm released the following statement after members of ATU Local 998 approved a three-year contract.“MCTS drivers...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced Oct. 16, that the parties have reached a tentative agreement for a three year contract. The Union Bargaining Committee will...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is asking members of the ATU Local 998 to seriously consider the contract they will be voting on tomorrow. The contract offer comes ...
The very first bus of the new MCTS fleet is taking its maiden voyage. The bus will leave the Kinnickinnic Station around 11 a.m. Oct. 2, and head out to pick up passengers on ...
The contract offer MCTS presented today represents months of work at the bargaining table and millions of dollars more to drivers and mechanics in wages and benefits.Milwaukee...
The Milwaukee County Transit System’s (MCTS) Fleet Maintenance Building will open its doors to the public on Sept. 19, as part of Doors Open Milwaukee. MCTS will also have a new...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continued productive contract talks Sept. 3. Both sides have explored options suggested...
MCTS Bus Driver Chris Martin didn’t think much of it when he got out of his bus to help an elderly man cross the street; however, one of his passengers saw the act of kindness...
On Aug. 21, at contract negotiations, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continued to make progress toward an agreement...
After just one week, M•Card Online is helping thousands of riders get on board faster and easier than ever. Since its public launch on Aug. 5, more than 3,000 people have logged...
On Aug. 10, at contract negotiations, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) continued to make progress toward an agreement...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced the latest technology upgrade to the bus system - M•CARD Online. With M•CARD Online, riders can check their balance, add money...
On July 30, at contract negotiations, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) made progress toward a four-year agreement. ...
As the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 (ATU) go back to the bargaining table on July 30, new information shows the devastating...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is issuing reimbursements for passengers who had active 7-day or 31-day passes during the three-day strike by the Amalgamated Transit...
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele announced July 3, that all MCTS buses will be free on July 6. It will be the first weekday since the conclusion of the drivers’ union strike...
As of 3 a.m. July 1, all Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus service will be suspended because of a strike by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998. ATU leaders...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is encouraging the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998 to stay on the job. ATU leaders say they may go on a strike July 1, despite...
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will be heading out into the community beginning May 1 to continue distribution of the GO Pass to eligible riders. The pass allows all...
Getting to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers has never been easier with the MCTS Brewers Line getting you straight to the game. Catch the Brewers Line (Route 90 - Miller Park...