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Evers, WisDOT announce $5M to support rural transit

MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is investing over $5 million to support rural transit for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Governor Tony Evers announced the move Tuesday, which will benefit 44 agencies across the state. The grants…

WisDOT asks Thanksgiving travelers to plan ahead

MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation asked travelers Monday to be mindful of construction around the state as they prepare for Thanksgiving. WisDOT officials said there are still a few projects that are ongoing that could cause delays…

There's still time to get an ID to vote on Election Day

MADISON, Wis. -- If you plan on voting on Election Day tomorrow, you'll need an ID. If you don't have one, there's still time to get one. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles said Monday that prospective…

I-39 back open near Portage after pavement buckle

PORTAGE, Wis. -- The right lane of I-39 South is back open outside Portage after a pavement buckle. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation said the buckle was reported at around 8 a.m. near mile marker 95. The closure lasted about…

WisDOT reopens WIS 11 in Grant County after resurfacing

GRANT COUNTY, Wis. - Wisconsin State Highway 11 is back open in Grant County. WisDOT announced Friday that the resurfacing of the road was complete. UPDATE: WIS 11 In Grant County is open. Safe travels! https://t.co/6cmfAJf0dt — WisDOT Southwest Region…

WisDOT to install dual-language signs at tribal boundaries

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will install dual-language signs at tribal boundaries across the state. Each sign will include the name of a region in both English and the language of the native tribe. The first sign…

Ever wanted to own a bridge? WisDOT says you can

Three historic bridges are being offered for free

MADISON, Wis. -- Have you ever wanted to own your very own bridge? Now you can. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is offering up three historic steel truss bridges on WIS 130, free of charge. There is a catch, though.…

Route 78 back open following structure fire

The road had been closed in both directions

MAZOMANIE, Wis. -- WisDOT says Route 78 is back open in both directions, following a structure fire in the 1600 block between County Rd. Y and Racek Rd. RELATED: Route 78 closed in both directions between County Y and Racek…