
Streets & Roads
Candidate for Pennsylvania appeals court in November election struck by car while placing yard signs
Maria Battista's campaign said she was released Monday after being treated for minor injuries, including a hairline fracture of her collarbone.
2 years ago
3rd victim dies after fiery crash on Northeast Extension of Pa. Turnpike in Montgomery County
Police say a tanker truck carrying jet fuel was unable to stop in time and slammed into two vehicles, causing a large fire.
2 years ago
Philly sees drop in deadly crashes due to road diet and other measures, new report says
Efforts have targeted the "High Injury Network," which includes the 12% of city streets with 80% of all traffic deaths and serious injuries in Philly.
2 years ago
Philly considering more red light cameras at dangerous intersections
The goal is to make streets safer, but the cameras are also generating millions annually in fines.
2 years ago
Stars cleaning stars on Philly’s Walk of Fame
City life can tarnish even the brightest star. Some of Philly’s music celebrities came to South Broad Street to keep their legacies bright.
2 years ago
Large water main break floods portion of Roosevelt Blvd. in Northeast Philadelphia
The break was reported around noon Thursday between Woodhaven and Comly roads.
2 years ago
Pennsylvania could go after lottery winnings, tax returns of Turnpike toll scofflaws
The bill would would allot the money as long as it was not first subject to other claims such as unpaid state taxes, child support, or court-ordered restitution for crimes.
2 years ago
Philly’s Lincoln Drive is the latest city roadway to receive traffic calming measures
The work is part of a pilot program launched by PennDOT to address speeding on state highways.
2 years ago
All students injured in New York bus crash are expected to recover, superintendent says
Two adults died and other passengers were seriously injured. It wasn't immediately clear Sunday how many passengers remained hospitalized.
2 years ago
Bus carrying high school students to band camp veers off highway, killing 1 and hurting dozens
State police say the wreck happened Thursday on Interstate 84 in the town of Wawayanda. That's about 45 miles northwest of New York City.
2 years ago
Google sued for negligence after man drove off collapsed bridge while following map directions
A lawsuit filed Tuesday in Wake County Superior Court claims Google had been informed of the collapse but failed to update its navigation system.
2 years ago
New tactic to reduce Delaware highway deaths: Community engagement
After 165 deaths on Delaware roads in 2022 — the most in more than 30 years — the state is hosting town halls to get feedback on its efforts to improve highway safety.
2 years ago
Coatesville vintage racers shifted into high gear during annual grand prix
The annual event is meant to promote tourism and downtown revitalization in Coatesville.
2 years ago
Concept phase nearly complete for Philly’s plan to cap section of I-676
The city just released three possible designs for the massive project in Chinatown.
2 years ago
Listen 1:22‘Phoenixville is connected’: Borough set to embark on two major transportation projects
The Borough of Phoenixville is looking to complete two transportation construction projects, thanks to a pair of timely grants.
2 years ago