Tag: SEPTA
After rider pushback, SEPTA delays ‘bus revolution’ until 2024
Some residents have voiced opposition to SEPTA's proposed changes, arguing they would negatively impact Black and brown transit riders the most.
2 years ago
SEPTA gas plant in Nicetown up for permit renewal
The first permit approval sparked intense opposition from residents and activists. Now some are calling for more air monitoring.
2 years ago
SEPTA gets pushback on ‘Bus Revolution’ plans at City Council hearing
Opponents of the SEPTA ‘Bus Revolution’ said the plan would make it more difficult to use the transit system, especially for students and seniors.
2 years ago
Philly’s next mayor must be ready to lead on transit issues
SEPTA is a state agency, but its ridership is overwhelmingly from Philly. The city’s next mayor will need to step up its involvement, writes transit advocate Matt Sullivan.
2 years ago
A look into SEPTA’s new transit systems proposed for the Philadelphia suburbs
SEPTA wants to streamline bus services in Bucks and Montgomery Counties, and implement “microtransit” zones — an on-demand door-to-door transit service.
2 years ago
Fundraiser created to front the cost of SEPTA Key cards for asylum-seekers
The fundraiser aims to raise $1,000 to help pay for SEPTA Key cards for asylum-seekers who recently arrived in Philadelphia from Texas.
2 years ago
With PennDOT studying transit options for Roosevelt Boulevard, a subway is back on the table
PennDOT has committed to studying transit options on Roosevelt Blvd. This means that Philly is one step closer to a new subway line, writes doctoral student Jay Arzu.
2 years ago
Expect a more slimmed down Santa Express train from SEPTA this year
The perennial child pleaser is 31 years old, but will only run on the Broad Street line this year.
2 years ago
SEPTA turns to artificial intelligence to scan passengers for potential shooters
The new software is designed to quickly identify when someone draws a weapon gun on the transit system and notify police immediately.
2 years ago
SEPTA is considering cutting 26 routes to improve on-time service
The goal is to encourage riders to return to mass transit by making it better and faster.
2 years ago
Video: Can SEPTA balance its system upgrades with improving public safety?
WHYY hosts a live discussion on how SEPTA can balance the system upgrades it wants with the safety checks passengers need.
2 years ago
SEPTA will partner with local college students to offer social services to people experiencing homelessness using the transit system as a shelter.
2 years ago
SEPTA launches QR code reporting system to keep buses and trains clean
On a dirty bus or train and want to notify SEPTA? You’ll soon be able to do just that by scanning a QR code with your smartphone.
2 years ago
‘Ticketing blitz’ will target drivers double-parked in Center City bus lanes
Drivers caught in bus lanes could be issued tickets anywhere from $51 for disobeying signs to $101 for blocking mass transit.
2 years ago
SEPTA gets $23 million for adapting bus depots for electric and hybrid vehicles
SEPTA officials say the more than $23 million will upgrade power going to SEPTA stations to prepare for future electric and hybrid buses.
2 years ago