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Streets & Roads
‘It doesn’t feel safe’: Philly advocates say report misrepresents pedestrian safety in the city
New research from Forbes puts Philly at the top of a list for pedestrian safety. Advocates say the numbers don’t tell the whole story.
3 days ago
Listen 1:11PennDOT unveils plan to widen the Blue Route to ease I-476 congestion
The expansion will start with high-tech equipment to sense backups, with future work to utilize the median when traffic backs up.
6 days ago
“I don't think anyone should have to experience losing a loved one, or even just a neighbor, in this way,” said a rep for Families for Safe Streets Greater Philadelphia.
1 week ago
An engineering firm has recommended reduced lanes, more bike paths and shorter crosswalks. Now it’s up to the boroughs to execute the plan.
1 week ago
SEPTA to reinstate parking fees in phases starting in late September
Parking fees were suspended in 2020 in an effort to attract customers back to the transit system, SEPTA said.
1 week ago
Philly street resurfacing begins this week. Here’s what to know
East Mount Airy, East Germantown, West Oak Lane and the area around Fairmount Park will be affected.
2 weeks ago
Delco boroughs seek main street designation to uplift businesses along Chester Pike
Dedicated funding and development opportunities from a main street designation would bring new life to the six boroughs, making them a destination along a busy thoroughfare.
3 weeks ago
Two people killed, multiple injured in fiery Egg Harbor Township, NJ crash: Police
Police say two people have died after a three-car collision in the West Atlantic City section of Egg Harbor Township Friday night.
4 weeks ago
Man charged in death of Philly cyclist had twice the legal limit of alcohol in his system, DA says
Prosecutors say Michael Vahey was driving nearly 60 miles per hour when he fatally struck Dr. Barbara Friedes. The DA’s office is seeking a $1 million bail.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker answers your questions
What has the mayor accomplished after six months in office and what’s still on the top of her to-do list? We discuss policing, violence, “clean, green, saver,” and more.
Air Date: July 25, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11The long struggle to reduce traffic fatalities in Philly
Vision Zero has made a difference, but more than 100 people still die every year.
1 month ago
Pennsylvania Turnpike warns of new scam soliciting fraudulent fees
Scammers targeting the Philadelphia region are claiming to be the “Pennsylvania Turnpike Toll Services” and are looking for money.
1 month ago
I-95 construction update: Columbus Boulevard closures to start soon
Work on the I-95 cap project will reduce Columbus Boulevard to one lane in spots, which could cause major traffic delays.
1 month ago
Humor on the highway: NJDOT wants to catch drivers’ attention
The transportation agency is posting safety reminders via its electronic signs, but the future of the campaign is up in the air.
2 months ago
City says it’s cleaned 5,000 blocks, with 13,000 more to go
Some residents scoff, while others say it’s a good start.
2 months ago