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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

An ‘epidemic’ of hit-and-runs: Advocates seek traffic safety solutions in the wake of Kelly Oubre incident

“Philadelphia needs Vision Zero more than ever," said one advocate.

2 years ago

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The Route 15 trolley is seen on Girard Avenue
Community

SEPTA’s historic Route 15 trolleys ‘very close’ to returning

The green and cream trolleys were supposed to hit the tracks back in September, but a set date for their return is “within a month or two.”

2 years ago

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Kelly Oubre on the court
Community
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Search continues for driver after 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. hit by car in Philly

Police said they are searching for a silver vehicle that was seen leaving the scene.

2 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. plays during an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Philadelphia.
Community
6abc

76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. struck, injured by driver in Philadelphia

Police say after the crash, a driver in a silver vehicle fled the scene. An investigation into this incident is still ongoing.

2 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.

2 years ago

Passengers wait on a sidewalk for a bus
Urban Planning

City announces relocation of unpopular 6th and Market curbside bus station

The city said the “volume and nature of complaints” left the temporary location “completely untenable.”

2 years ago

Listen 8:19
I-95 camera
Urban Planning
6abc

I-95 traffic to shift to new travel lanes just 5 months after interstate collapse

The first half of the new bridge at the Cottman Avenue interchange will open Monday night.

2 years ago

Construction on University Avenue, seen here at Curie Boulevard, has reduced traffic from two lanes in each direction to one. It's been that way for over a year, and still has a ways to go
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Construction on University Avenue will be messing with West Philly commutes for at least another 6 months

It’ll be at least six months before the work, connected to a new CHOP tower, is completed and the lanes reopen, per PennDOT.

2 years ago

New Jersey Turnpike
Politics & Policy

Gov. Phil Murphy vetoes N.J. Turnpike Authority budget, delaying planned toll increase

Murphy said he wants more information on why the 3% hike is needed.

2 years ago

Maria Battista (Via candidate website)
Politics & Policy

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

A tanker fire is seen on I-476 in Montgomery County.
Community
6abc

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

A bike lane is separated by white poles from parked cars.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

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.

3 years ago

Red light camera
Community

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.

3 years ago

Patty Jackson watching her plaque get scrubbed
Arts & Entertainment

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.

3 years ago

flooded road
Urban Planning
6abc

Large water main break floods portion of Roosevelt Blvd. in Northeast Philadelphia

The break was reported around noon Thursday between Woodhaven and Comly roads.

3 years ago

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