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Starting Sunday, March 8, Route 80 will turn back at Glendale Industrial Park near Green Bay & Florist on the north end, instead of ending at Good Hope & Teutonia.

This change is part of our 2026 Service Plan. Plan your trip and view updated schedules at RideMCTS.com/ServiceChanges.

All the stops in between those two points are just estimates...there is no early or late within those points. Then, once you know the scheduled times, you can use the Umo app for reference based on real-time estimates. Does that help? (2/2)

Treat the schedule like your guiding light, not the Umo app. To plan your trip from 6th and National, you must look at the scheduled times at the timepoints on either side of your stop (aka 1st & National and Layton & National). (1/2)

Furthermore, just because 6th and National is a major intersection on other routes doesn't mean it's a major intersection on the 18. Here are the timepoints for the 18. These are the only locations where the bus must match the schedule.

We’re not quite sure what your concern is. The bus you mentioned was on time at its scheduled timepoints. Again, timepoints are the only stops where the bus's arrival must match the schedule. All other times are estimates between those points. This is standard practice for transit everywhere.

Please note that 6th & National is not a timepoint, so buses aren’t required to wait there to match the schedule. We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope this helps clarify the timing. (2/2)

Thank you for reaching out. According to our playback, the Route 18 bus arrived at 27th and National at 6:27 a.m. and at 1st and National at 6:36 a.m., both matching the scheduled times. (1/2)

Image of Claudette Colvin that says, "Thank You to Civil Rights Pioneer Claudette Colvin for your courageous act on March 2nd, 1955."

March 2, 1955: 15-yr-old Claudette Colvin refused to give up her seat on a segregated Montgomery bus (9 days before Rosa Parks). She was among the five women originally included in the federal court case challenging Montgomery’s segregation law. #HonoringClaudette #WomensHistoryMonth

Starting Sunday, March 8, all trips on Route 24 will turn back at 74th & Edgerton near Southridge, instead of serving Downtown Greendale.

This change is part of our 2026 Service Plan (Phase 2). Plan your trip and view updated schedules at ridemcts.com/ServiceChanges.

We’re very sorry to hear about this. Waiting in the cold when you’re just trying to get where you need to go is incredibly frustrating. That’s not the experience we want for our riders. If you reply with the stop location and the time you were waiting, we’ll look into what happened with that trip.

Starting Sunday, March 8, Route 11 will turn back at 92nd Street on the west end, instead of ending at 124th Street.

This change is part of our 2026 Service Plan (Phase 2). Plan your trip and view updated schedules at ridemcts.com/ServiceChanges.

While driving his route, MCTS Operator Latroy D. noticed a visually impaired passenger who became confused trying to cross the street. Without hesitation, Latroy got off the bus, guided the passenger safely across, and made sure they were okay. Everyday heroism looks like this! #MCTSExcellence

Spring Service Changes Start March 8!

- 5 routes shortened
- 7 routes on long-term detours
- 2 schedules updated for I-94 Project work

The plan maintains the most transit & paratransit service possible while addressing a budget gap.

Learn more: ridemcts.com/ServiceChanges

Today, on Random Acts of Kindness Day, let’s celebrate the little things that make a big difference...holding a door, sharing a smile, or lending a hand. Kindness is contagious, and it moves our community forward.

#RandomActsOfKindnessDay #Throwback

Your Fare...is Required Support the System Paying your fare is required every time you ride MCTS. Fares help sustain long-term service and support the community of riders who depend on transit. Access & Reliability A valid fare ensures access to the transit system and helps keep buses running on time. Polite Reminders MCTS staff and Public Safety Officers (PSOs) will remind passengers to pay their fare politely and professionally.

Your Fare...Your Responsibility Have a Valid Fare When boarding, you're expected to have a valid fare (WisGo card, Umo app, cash, or other approved payment). Show Proof if Asked Staff may ask you to show proof of your fare and make a record if you ride without paying. Respect the System Paying your fare demonstrates respect for the service and your fellow riders.

MCTS is committed to equitable, accessible and reliable transit. A clearer, more consistent fare approach helps us deliver high-quality service while supporting long-term system sustainability.

RideMCTS.com/YourFare

Headshot of MCTS Operator Shalandria K.

On a regular day driving Route 35, MCTS Operator Shalandria K. saw something no one wants to see: a hit-and-run. Instead of looking away, she acted FAST, alerting dispatch so a child could get the medical care they needed. That’s #MCTSExcellence in action!

From Mayfair Mall ➡️ UW–Milwaukee, serving neighborhoods in Milwaukee & Wauwatosa with stops near spots like the Rosebud Cinema, shops, and restaurants.

Frequent, reliable, and no car required.

Map of the places that have ice rinks in Milwaukee County: Brown Deer Ice Rink, Center Street Park, Urban Ecology Center at Washington Park, Wick Park, Red Arrow Park, Pettit National Ice Center, Humboldt Park, Wilson Park and Konkel Park

The Olympics 🏅 are here! Dreaming of gold? Start on your own ice! ❄️ From Pettit National Ice Center to local rinks across Milwaukee County, your journey to Olympic-level skills starts with a single glide. ⛸️ Here's how to get there.

Your fare...keeps the system moving.

Your fare...funds service.

Your fare...supports our community.

Your fare...is $2.75. Your fare is required.

MCTS is committed to equitable, accessible, and dependable public transportation for all riders. A clearer, more consistent fare collection helps us deliver reliable, high-quality service and strengthen long-term sustainability.

Learn more: RideMCTS.com/YourFare

Bus Badge headshot of Shenika M., Operator, that says, "Thanks to Shenika for helping a fallen individual."

While on her route, Shenika M. spotted a man with a cane who had fallen in the street. Without hesitation, she stopped, helped him onto the bus, and ensured he was safe. Passengers witnessed #MCTSExcellence in action...care and quick thinking making all the difference!

If you’re shoveling today, don’t forget the sidewalks and bus stops near your property. Clearing them helps everyone get around safely, especially neighbors with visual impairments or mobility devices, and supports local ordinances. Thanks for being a good neighbor. ❄️🤝

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Keeping Milwaukee County moving one grate ride at a time. Happy #NationalCheeseLoversDay!

More snow is in the forecast! Delays are possible, so be sure to track your bus with our real-time tools on the Umo app or RideMCTS.com to avoid getting stuck in the wintry mess.

If you’re shoveling today, don’t forget the sidewalks and bus stops near your property. Clearing them helps everyone get around safely, especially neighbors with visual impairments or mobility devices, and supports local ordinances. Thanks for being a good neighbor. ❄️🤝

MCTS recognizes the gravity of this incident and extends its deepest sympathies to the family and all those affected. (3/3)

Following an internal investigation into an incident on November 22, 2025, that resulted in the death of an individual, MCTS immediately terminated the bus operator involved. The former employee has since been charged by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office. (2/3)

Statement from MCTS 1/15/2026:

MCTS is committed to the safety and well-being of our employees, riders, and the communities we serve. Safety is a core principle that guides our decisions at every level of the organization. (1/3)

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Stay local and make local impact. Be the creative force behind securing vital funding for MCTS. Apply for our Grant Writer & Administrator position at RideMCTS.com/Careers.

Image of MCTS bus in the snow with copy that says "Service Changes January 11, 2026"

It’s time for our winter round of quarterly service changes. The next round goes into effect Sunday, January 11, which includes several frequency changes.

For more details, visit RideMCTS.com/ServiceChanges

Ring in the new year responsibly with FREE rides from 8 p.m.-4 a.m. on MCTS bus routes!

Miller Lite, Molson Coors and MCTS are teaming up to ensure your celebration is not only memorable but safe.

#CelebrateResponsibly and leave the driving to us!