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WFRV Local 5

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Gas prices in northeast Wisconsin climb 30 cents in one week, including 20 cents overnight

(WFRV) – Drivers across northeast Wisconsin are facing another sharp jump at the pump this week as gas prices climbed nearly 30 cents per gallon across the region, according to data from AAA. As of October 24, the statewide average for regular unleaded fuel rose to $4.52 per gallon, up 29 cents from a week […]

Wisconsin · 13d

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Newly Redone Portion Of I-41 Recognized By Brown County And State Leaders

The State of Wisconsin is celebrating the completion of an interstate project in Brown County. On Thursday, Governor Tony Evers, members from WisDOT, and Brown County community leaders celebrated the completion of the new Interstate 41 and Southbridge Road interchange as well as an adjacent roadway project that’s part of the county’s South Bridge Connector project.

Brown County, WI · 13d

Stevens Point Journal

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Next stage of Business 51 work brings road closures, water shut-offs

STEVENS POINT − Construction on the next phase of the Business 51 reconstruction project in Stevens Point is set to begin Oct. 26, bringing new road closures and traffic changes along part of the corridor. The work marks the start of the project's second stage and is expected to continue until mid-December, according to a community announcement. During this phase, crews will complete a single-lane roundabout and reconstruct a section of Business 51 between Franklin Street and an area about 400 feet north of Fourth Avenue. Officials said all businesses along the corridor will remain open and accessible throughout construction. The work is part of a nine-stage infrastructure project stretching from Briggs Street to North Point Drive. When completed, the project will include a new two-lane roadway with a center lane for two-way left turns, along with upgrades to sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer utilities. Street lighting improvements are also planned. According to the announcement, the project is intended to improve safety for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists while enhancing accessibility along the route. The full project is expected to be completed by the winter of 2027. Traffic changes planned during stage two Motorists can expect several closures while

Stevens Point, WI · 14d

Transportation Today News

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Wisconsin celebrates completion of I-41, Southbridge Road Interchange

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary Kristina Boardman and other state and local leaders to celebrate the completion of an interchange that is part of the South Bridge Connector project. The completion of the new interchange at I-41 and Southbridge Road in Brown County marks a milestone in the region’s transportation […] The post Wisconsin celebrates completion of I-41, Southbridge Road Interchange appeared first on Transportation Today .

Brown County, WI · 14d

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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 · 15d

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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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6 Reasons Wisconsinites Will Drive Past Three Gas Stations to Reach a Kwik Trip

Your gas light just came on. The closest pump is right there. Many Wisconsinites drive past a few stations anyway to reach a Kwik Trip. Here are the reasons that go well beyond the fuel. 1. Milk From Farms Within 100 Miles. Kwik Trip’s milk, which it bottles at over...

Wisconsin · 17d

WausauPilot

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Your letters: Wausau’s TIF surplus should not pay for road repairs

In an Oct. 11 story, “Wausau Finance Director Pitches TIF District to Pay for Street Work,” City of Wausau Finance Director Maryanne Groat is reported to have recommended the Wausau City Council use a Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 8 surplus for street maintenance. This routine street repair is beyond the district’s original scope of work.

Wausau, WI · 16d

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Latest gas prices in Wisconsin

Gas prices fluctuate based on location with the average price of unleaded at $4.15 a gallon in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin · 16d

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The DNR is reminding motorists across the state to obey the "Move Over" law

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding motorists across the state to obey the "Move Over" law, which requires drivers to slow down and shift lanes when approaching stopped emergency vehicles and roadside crews. Originally enacted in 2001, this critical legislation formed the centerpiece of National Move Over Day, which was Saturday, October 17, offering crucial protection to law enforcement, first responders, and highway workers operating near active traffic.

Wisconsin · 18d

WBAY

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Highway 29 crash closes westbound lanes near Pulaski

Shawano County, WI · 17d

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7 Reasons Wisconsin Snowplows Skip Your Street for Hours After a Storm

After a big snowfall, it can feel like the plow has forgotten your street. Wisconsinites may feel overlooked, but crews often work from a plan, and some cities and towns post theirs online. Here’s why the plow can take so long to reach your street. 1. Priority Routes. Wausau’s...

Wisconsin · 20d

WausauPilot

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E-bike, e-scooter deaths surge in several states, new study finds

WAUSAU, Wis. — Fatal crashes involving electric bicycles and scooters have increased sharply in several states, raising concerns about rider safety as the popularity of motorized transportation alternatives continues to grow, according to a new study released in October. The research, conducted by personal injury law firm Walner Law,...

New Jersey · 17d

KFIL Radio

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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.

Elkhorn, WI · 17d

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State Patrol Reminds Drivers to Stay Alert as we Approach High Car vs Deer Crash Season

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of State Patrol is reminding drivers to stay alert behind the wheel as we approach the time of year when most deer crashes occur in Wisconsin. More deer are currently on the move during their annual fall rut or mating season creating a...

Wisconsin · 19d

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Road work in Wausau will cause a 2 week closure

Starting Friday, Highway 52 Parkway between S 28th Ave and Stewart Ave will be closed.

Wausau, WI · 22d

WFRV Local 5

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Canadian Pacific Holiday Train announces 13 stops across the Badger state

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WFRV) — The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will be traveling through the Badger State in early December, with 13 overall stops planned. Starting in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, on December 8, the train will chug through Wisconsin on the 9th and 10th, with its final stop in La Crosse, according to its recently released […]

La Crosse, WI · 23d

Trains.com

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CRISI grants to fund passenger projects in Wisconsin, Massachusetts (updated)

WASHINGTON — Wisconsin and Massachusetts have received federal grants for significant passenger rail projects under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements program, officials have announced. Grants were also announced for projects in Nebraska, Ohio, Missouri, and Alabama. The awards follow announcement of three other CRISI grants on Thursday, including one for another project in [...] Read More...

Massachusetts · 21d