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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 10 MIN

After 75-cent fare hike, more changes coming to Milwaukee County bus routes. What to know

from Lake Effect Spotlight · host WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

Starting this week, some bus riders across Milwaukee County will need to wait longer for their rides. Especially on the weekends. That’s because the Milwaukee County Transit System reduced service to some routes to help deal with a multimillion dollar budget deficit.   Regular fares also went up by 75 cents at the beginning of this year. To learn more about the changes, WUWM education reporter Katherine Kokal is joined by Jesus Ochoa and Brian DeNeeve Brian with MCTS. 

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