WATCH: MCTS bus driver helps girl alone at night in Milwaukee

A Milwaukee County bus driver is being hailed as a hero after MCTS said she helped a 12-year-old girl in the middle of the night.

MCTS summer route, schedule changes start Sunday; what to know

The Milwaukee County Transit System's summer service schedule and route changes took effect Sunday, June 7. Here's what riders need to know.

MCTS projects nearly $500K budget surplus in 2026, officials say

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is projected to end 2026 with a budget surplus, officials said on Thursday, June 4.

MCTS budget deficit, latest on progress
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MCTS will hold a press conference on Thursday, June 4 to provide an update on the $14 million budget deficit and what's being done to reduce it.

Milwaukee County Transit System spring service changes start March 8

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced spring service changes will go into effect for bus riders starting Sunday, March 8.

New MCTS programs tackle fare evasion, safety
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Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, Jan. 16 details about two new pilot programs to lessen fare evasion and improve safety for bus riders and operators.

New Milwaukee County bus programs tackle fare evasion, safety concerns

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Friday, Jan. 16 details about two new pilot programs to lessen fare evasion and improve safety for bus riders and operators.

Drunk bus driver hit, killed Greenfield pedestrian: complaint

A since-fired Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver is accused of driving drunk when he hit and killed a pedestrian last year.

MCTS bus hits parked vehicles, leaves roadway near medical center

A Milwaukee County Transit System bus hit two parked vehicles, a spokesperson said, and left the roadway on Wednesday morning.

MCTS bus fare increases take effect; here's what to know

The new year means new, increased Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) fares for bus riders. The system is responding to budget shortfalls.

Milwaukee New Year's Eve Free Rides; MCTS, Molson Coors team up

Alison Hanrahan from Molson Coors joined FOX6 WakeUp News to talk about the Miller Lite New Year’s Eve Free Rides on MCTS buses.

MCTS 2026 service plan approved, will roll out in 2 phases

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will roll out a two-phase service plan in 2026, in an effort to maximize transit and paratransit services in Milwaukee County.

Milwaukee New Year's Eve Free Rides; MCTS, Molson Coors team up

Molson Coors and the Milwaukee County Transit System are once again partnering to help Milwaukee ring in 2026 safely through the Miller Lite New Year’s Eve Free Rides.

MCTS, The Hop fare evasion 'rampant;' FTA demands reports

The FTA is requesting reports from Milwaukee city and county transit officials as part of a push to address fare evasion and public safety concerns.

2026 MCTS bus fare increases; here's what riders should expect

The Milwaukee County Transit System on Friday announced increases to fixed route fares starting next year. Here's what riders should expect.

MCTS bus security officers, committee approves $600K+ proposal

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors wants to spend more than $600,000 on uniformed security officers to address fare evasion on MCTS buses.

MCTS bus fare evasion, supervisors want $600K for security officers

Two Milwaukee County supervisors said they have a new plan to tackle fare evasion on MCTS buses, adding security officers on certain routes.

No Free Rides Act; Wisconsin leader proposes bill to enforce bus fares

A Wisconsin congressman wants to make sure people pay their bus fares – and he’s crediting a FOX6 investigation for sparking the effort.