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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 26, 2026

People Movement: Virginia's DRPT Names New Director and More

In this edition, we cover recent appointments and announcements at HDR, MCTS, and more, showcasing the individuals helping to shape the future of transportation.

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New MCTS Bus design.
Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2026

Milwaukee Rolls Out New Measures to Enhance Bus Safety

MCTS officials said the new pilots are part of a broader commitment to improving the rider experience through proactive, visible safety strategies that balance enforcement with customer support.

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Newsby StaffApril 30, 2025

Milwaukee Launches Coach/Bus Operator and Mechanic Apprenticeships

The programs align with Gov. Tony Evers’ statewide recognition of apprenticeships as a cornerstone of Wisconsin’s workforce development strategy.

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MCTS Paratransit vehicle
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 3, 2025

Transit Plus Pilot Service Expanded for Last-Minute Rides

Milwaukee County Transit System is expanding its Transit Plus Same Day pilot program, which is expected to last until fall 2025.

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Newsby StaffAugust 16, 2024

Ongoing Fiscal Challenges Push Milwaukee to Recommend Pausing BRT Project

The recommendation to pause the CONNECT 2 project will be considered by the board’s Transportation and Transit Committee in early September.

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Newsby StaffApril 15, 2024

Biz Briefs: Masabi, Routing Company, and More

The latest industry news from business-transit partnerships around the nation.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsNovember 17, 2023

FTA Awards $110M for Madison BRT Project

The grant will be used to build a 15-mile route that will provide fast, frequent, clean, and reliable service for the University of Wisconsin, the Madison Central Business District, and other important destinations in Wisconsin’s capital city.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsSeptember 26, 2023

MCTS Begins to Return Battery-Electric Buses Into Service

The electric buses will start returning to the mixed fleet of both battery-electric and clean-diesel buses now through November.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 25, 2023

MCTS Takes Battery-Electric Buses Out of Service Temporarily

Nova Bus, the manufacturer of the electric buses, notified MCTS of a potential issue that may have occurred during the manufacturing process.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 21, 2023

MCTS Announces Ridership Numbers on CONNECT 1

CONNECT 1 carried an average of 2,800 rides per weekday. 

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