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File photo: Emergency personnel battle against a fire aboard the Italian-flagged Grande Costa d'Avorio cargo ship at the Port of Newark, Friday, July 7, 2023, in Newark, N.J. On Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Transportation Safety Board began a series of investigative hearings into the cause of the fire, and plan to issue recommendations to avoid similar incidents in the future.
Community

Investigative hearings open into cargo ship fire that killed 2 New Jersey firefighters

A Coast Guard official says the inquiry will not seek to affix blame but instead focus on issuing safety recommendations.

3 years ago

Studio 2
Lifestyle

2023 In Review: Behind the Scenes of Our Favorite Episodes

Cherri and Avi revisit their most memorable segments, from famous authors, to cocktail mixologists, to live music and the host of Jeopardy.

Air Date: December 28, 2023 12:00 pm

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Urban Planning

New Jersey’s latest congestion relief plan? Drive on the shoulder

The DOT will reduce traffic congestion by expanding driving on the shoulder of a major central Jersey roadway.

3 years ago

A rendering and map of the Chinatown Stitch project.
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

The ‘Chinatown Stitch’ looks to rejoin a neighborhood divided by the Vine Street Expressway

Philadelphia plans to reunite a divided Chinatown by capping a section of the Vine Street Expressway.

3 years ago

An aerial view of workers repairing a sinkhole
Community
6abc

Rt. 202 in King of Prussia closed in both directions due to new sinkhole

Both directions of Rt. 202 will remain closed until further notice.

3 years ago

A parking violation in Philadelphia, Tuesday, July 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Studio 2

Philadelphia Parking Authority – Friend or Foe? Plus, Paying College Athletes

Parking in the city is tough. We'll check in with the executive director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority about contesting tickets, bike lane enforcement and more.

Air Date: December 13, 2023 12:00 pm

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A scene of damage and rubble by a dirt road as someone walks in the distance.
NPR
Community

Countries promise millions for damages from climate change. So how would that work?

A historic agreement at the international climate talks will provide hundreds of millions of dollars for developing countries. It's nowhere near enough.

3 years ago

Highway at night
Urban Planning

2 new ramps connect New Jersey drivers on I-295 and Rt. 42

Construction began in March 2020 after decades of discussion.

3 years ago

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Pedestrian bridge closed off for construction
Urban Planning

I-95 cap project update: Lane closures expected as demolition work begins at Walnut Street bridge, rotunda

Demolition of the rotunda is scheduled to begin after the holiday weekend. Work will then focus on the section of the bridge spanning Columbus Boulevard.

3 years ago

A hand reaches out, holding a pile of leaves and removing it from a gutter
Community

‘Only rain down the drain’: Philadelphia officials remind residents to keep storm drains clear of leaves

Fallen leaves can clog storm drains and cause flooding. So, the Philadelphia Water Department is urging residents to keep leaves away from inlets.

3 years ago

Water pours from a faucet.
Community

Water and sewer providers talk turkey: Stop putting grease down your sinks

Turkey grease can clog sewer mains, increasing the risk of sewer spills.

3 years ago

Rendering of inside the train station
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

30th Street Station’s $550 million redesign: New food hall, new escalators, new outdoor plaza

Amtrak confirmed the flippy board is returning, but it’ll be nonfunctional and silent.

3 years ago

Wilmington skyline
Urban Planning

Wilmington to receive $3 million to upgrade sewer system

The funding will help the city upgrade 120-year-old pipes in an effort to prevent flooding.

3 years ago

Ribbon cutting on the bridge
Urban Planning

$71 million Delaware Memorial Bridge resurfacing project finished, all lanes to reopen this month

After two years of disruptions, drivers will soon be able to travel over the newly resurfaced twin spans more smoothly.

3 years ago

A sign near a road reads Welcome to historic Salem
Community

Salem, New Jersey residents vote in favor of water privatization

Sixty percent of Salem voters decided to hand their drinking water over to New Jersey American Water.

3 years ago

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