Milwaukee Gets $13.9M for Smarter Buses | Milwaukee News

Milwaukee County just landed a $13.9 million federal boost to revamp its bus system, MCTS—funding new buses and smart traffic lights that cut commute times. This follows last year’s $8 million tech upgrade, now expanding to 77 more buses. The county exec calls it vital for modern, equitable transit that fuels the regional economy. Beyond signals, the grant will replace aging buses, stabilizing the fleet for years. But budget woes persist—state funding lags, forcing service cuts and a major network overhaul. It’s progress amid pressure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8429929e4ba04718