Darryl C. Murphy
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City officials recommend wearing masks indoors, again
As the delta variant causes an increase in new COVID-19 cases, city health officials are urging residents to mask up in indoor public spaces.
4 years ago
SEPTA board approves more spending on Key card
It’s been a costly journey for SEPTA’s fare card. The latest contract adjustment bumps up the amount paid out to Conduent to $208 million.
4 years ago
$2.2 million playground with special ‘intergenerational’ swing opens at 8th and Diamond
The revamped park includes a big swing designed for all ages, old-school pavement games, and newly planted trees.
4 years ago
Need a Lyft? Shared rides return to Philly on ride-hailing platform
The ride-hailing company had halted the popular, money-saving option due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
4 years ago
SEPTA extends its $1.5M contract for security guards on Market-Frankford Line
The agency will keep 60 unarmed guards, posted between 15th Street Station and Frankford Transportation Center, beyond the planned 90-day term.
4 years ago
Philly is capping I-95 at Penn’s Landing. Could Nicetown or Chinatown be next?
Washington could help heal Philly neighborhoods torn apart by highways with a new $3 billion funding bil.
4 years ago
After decades of crashes and neglected roads, West Philly in line for repair funds
West Philadelphia neighborhoods would see safety improvements on Mantua Avenue, Chestnut Street and Cobbs Creek Parkway if the INVEST in America Act passes.
4 years ago
Listen 4:00Community leader Sarun Chan said the threat illustrated the dangers Asian people face and called for law enforcement to investigate further.
4 years ago
Trolley blitz: SEPTA to close busted Philly tunnels for 17-day glow up
The trolley tunnels below downtown Philly and University City need some TLC. SEPTA crews will work around-the-clock for the next 17 days to make it happen.
4 years ago
As CDC relaxes COVID rules, Philly schools double down on reopening plan
Philadelphia District and union officials voiced support for a full reopening under new CDC recommendations that distancing shouldn’t be a barrier for bringing students back.
4 years ago
Philly e-scooter startup Verve S is getting into the bike business
The Philadelphia startup that tried to bring e-scooters to its hometown is rolling into the bikeshare business.
4 years ago
Bucks County senator announces bill to limit deals like the one that freed Cosby
State Senators Lisa Baker and Steve Santarsiero say the process that allowed the disgraced comedian to walk out of prison should not play out again.
4 years ago