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Hiawatha West Draws Federal Funding Toward Madison

MILWAUKEE — Amtrak on October 22 welcomed the Federal Railroad Administration’s selection of Hiawatha West for Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements funding. The award advances an extension of Chicago-Milwaukee Hiawatha service west into Waukesha, Jefferson, and Dane counties, including Madison, Watertown, and Pewaukee. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Amtrak are developing the project with the host railroads, CPKC and the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad, a Watco property. The same track work is meant to benefit the Borealis and the Empire Builder as well.

Wisconsin · 3d
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Traffic alert: US 14 by Scherbel Road back open after closing due to crash

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Thursday that all lanes of US 14 by Scherbel Road are back open after closing due to a crash. The department said the crash happened around 5:20 p.m. near Cross Plains. The crash was cleared at 6:50 p.m. According to...

Cross Plains, WI · 1d
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New Menominee Park train draws 25,000 riders after going trackless

OSHKOSH (WLUK) -- The all-new trackless train made its debut at Menominee Park in Oshkosh this year. With a more public-facing route and collaboration with the zoo, city officials say it was a success. “It was a great great season, we had just over 25,000 riders this summer so families...

Oshkosh, WI · 14h
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Janesville-Beloit gas prices remain far above year-ago levels after volatile six months

Rock County drivers and businesses have endured a volatile six months at the pump, with gasoline prices rising and falling amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and disruptions to global energy supplies. The swings have kept fuel costs in the headlines for much of the year. High gasoline and diesel prices also became part of the broader cost-of-living debate during this week’s midterm elections, with candidates, political observers and voters pointing to fuel costs as one of the economic pressures facing households and businesses. As of this week, the average price for regular gasoline in the Janesville-Beloit area was about $4.17 per gallon, according to AAA. That was roughly $1.30 per gallon, or 45%, higher than a year earlier. Wisconsin’s statewide average was about $4.04. For a driver filling a 15-gallon tank, that year-over-year difference amounts to about $19.50 more per fill-up. The increase is even more pronounced for diesel, an important expense for trucking, construction, agriculture and other businesses. Janesville-Beloit diesel averaged about $6.25 per gallon this week, roughly $2.66, or 74%, higher than a year earlier. The local diesel average reached a record $6.72 per gallon on Sept. 22. Prices rise, fall and rise again The

Rock County, WI · 13h

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John Nolen Drive causeway closing Wednesday night

MADISON, Wis. — The John Nolen Drive causeway will be fully closed on Wednesday night, according to the city of Madison.

Madison, WI · 3d

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A section of Highway 51 will be closed for repairs for most of November

JANESVILLE — A section of U.S. Highway 51 in Janesville will be fully closed from Nov. 6-24 as crews complete additional bridge repairs. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the closure will affect US 51 from Delavan Drive to State Street. During the early stages of the project, crews identified additional repairs needed on the US 51 bridge over the Union Pacific Railroad. Because the work falls outside the original project scope, maintaining one lane of traffic in each direction is no longer feasible, WisDOT said in the press release. The closure will allow crews to complete bridge deck repairs, bridge overlay work, milling and final asphalt paving. The detour route will use Delavan Drive, Beloit Avenue and Wis-11. Access will be maintained for residents living south of the project area throughout construction. Temporary traffic control measures will direct local traffic through designated access points. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow additional travel time and follow the posted detour. Questions about the project can be directed to WisDOT Project Manager Adam Kopp at adam.kopp@dot.wi.gov. Additional traffic updates at can be found at the WisDOT website: 511wi.gov.

Janesville, WI · 4d

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Lansing bridge opens Friday

Wisconsin · 1d

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Avoid the $251 Overhyped Wisconsin Train Journey Might Not Match the Hype

A short railway ride through Wisconsin’s Baraboo Hills can be enjoyable precisely because it moves slowly. The trouble begins when visitors mistake a preserved branch-line experience for a sweeping tour of the state, then spend far more on the surrounding day than they intended. Mid-Continent Railway Museum in North...

Wisconsin · 5d

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Part of U.S. Highway 51 in Janesville closing for bridge repairs through end of month

JANESVILLE, Wis. — U.S. Highway 51 between Delavan Drive and State Street in Janesville will close Friday through Nov. 24, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation said.

Janesville, WI · 4d

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US Highway 51 closing for bridge repairs

Janesville, WI · 4d

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WisDOT Announces Full Closure of US 51 (Center Ave) planned for bridge repairs and final roadway improvements

US 51 (Center Ave) from Delavan Drive to State Street is anticipated to be fully closed beginning November 6 and continuing through November 24. The closure will allow crews to complete bridge deck repairs, bridge overlay work, milling operations and final asphalt paving activities that are necessary to complete the project.

Janesville, WI · 8d

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Water utility construction to close northbound County Road W in Beaver Dam

BEAVER DAM — Water utility construction on County Road W between Hemlock Road and Spruce Road is expected to begin the week of Nov. 2, weather permitting. The project includes installing water main piping, valves and hydrants within the public right of way along the east side of County Road W.

Beaver Dam, WI · 7d

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One of America's Most Haunted Roads Is Not Far From Rockford

Bray Road in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, ranks fifth among America's most haunted roads, thanks in part to the legendary Beast of Bray Road.

Rockford, IL · 17d

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Amtrak's Hiawatha could reach Madison after a federal grant, a westward extension projected to add about 278,000 riders a year

A $218 million federal grant backs Hiawatha West, extending Amtrak's Chicago-Milwaukee trains toward Madison and adding about 278,000 riders a year.

Wisconsin · 9d

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One of America's Most Haunted Roads Is Not Far From Rockford

Bray Road in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, ranks fifth among America's most haunted roads, thanks in part to the legendary Beast of Bray Road.

Rockford, IL · 17d

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Wisconsin Winter 2026-27 Weather Awareness: Fix Cars Before Snow

Tires, brakes, batteries and visibility checks can help Wisconsin motorists prepare for winter roads.

Wisconsin · 8d

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Amtrak’s Hiawatha West receives federal grant funding for extension of service

Amtrak announced its Hiawatha West service will receive funding through the Federal Railroad Administration’s Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program to extend existing service west. Currently, the service stretches from Chicago to Milwaukee. The CRISI grant award will extend service to Waukesha, Jefferson and Dane counties in Wisconsin and extend passenger connections in […] The post Amtrak’s Hiawatha West receives federal grant funding for extension of service appeared first on Transportation Today .

Wisconsin · 12d

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Westbound lanes on US 12 back open after closing due to crash

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Friday that all westbound lanes on US 12 are now open after being blocked due to a crash. According to the department, the crash happened just after 8:30 p.m. near Todd Drive. The department said the median is closed. The...

Madison, WI · 14d

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Amtrak Welcomes Federal Grant for Hiawatha West

MILWAUKEE – Amtrak welcomes the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) selection of Hiawatha West for funding through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program. The award is a critical step toward extending existing Chicago-Milwaukee Hiawatha service west to Waukesha, Jefferson and Dane counties and expanding passenger rail connections in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin · 15d

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Drivers Ed with Debbie: School bus safety in Wisconsin- What drivers need to know about stopping, fines and violations

MILWAUKEE — Think you got away with passing a stopped school bus because there wasn’t a police officer around? You might want to think again. In Wisconsin, school bus drivers can report motorists who illegally pass their buses, and those reports can lead to citations. There’s another catch, too. The person who gets the ticket might not even be the one who was driving.

Wisconsin · 16d