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Streets & Roads

A bridge over a small creek
Urban Planning

Recent storm causes Delaware County bridge to deteriorate, forcing closure

The Smithbridge Road Bridge in Concord Township is out of commission due to deterioration from a June storm, according to PennDOT.

2 years ago

An aerial view of a SEPTA bus crash.
Community
6abc

72-year-old passenger dies after SEPTA buses crash in Philadelphia; at least 19 others injured

Police say one of the SEPTA bus drivers rear-ended the other. Both buses were occupied at the time.

2 years ago

Cars are seen in a flooded area of Philly
PlanPhilly
Community

Flash floods can be deadly. Here are some tips for staying safe

Pay attention to emergency alerts, don’t drive into floodwaters, and get to higher ground if possible.

2 years ago

(6abc)
Urban Planning

Section of I-95 South in Pennsport to close overnight for bridge deck repairs

I-95 South at Tasker Street will be closed from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. the next three nights as crews install a new sliding plate to replace the damaged section, PennDOT says.

2 years ago

This image from Chopper 6 shows the pavement failure on Route 202 NB in the same area that had to be closed just one week before.
Community

PennDOT says Dekalb Pike repairs will continue until next week

PennDOT found sinkholes on a private property adjacent to U.S. 202 and they are filling the damaged area of the roadway with a cement material that doesn’t erode.

2 years ago

UPS truck blocking a bike lane
Community
6abc

UPS paid $9 million in Center City parking congestion fines. Here’s a list of top offenders

If you've driven in the heart of Philadelphia, chances are you may have maneuvered around one of the companies on the PPA's list.

2 years ago

This image from Chopper 6 shows the pavement failure on Route 202 NB in the same area that had to be closed just one week before.
Urban Planning

PennDOT assessing ‘pavement failure’ on Route 202 following sinkhole repair

A contractor will assess the area Tuesday to ensure repairs from a sinkhole last week will remain steady.

2 years ago

Rendering of the new intersection.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

North Philly transit hub, shopping district slated for multimillion-dollar overhaul

Crews are expected to start this week on improving the intersection of Broad Street, Germantown Avenue, and Erie Avenue.

2 years ago

Commuters wait to board the SEPTA regional rail train in Conshohocken to Center City on a Tuesday morning in July
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA hits pause button on $48M suburban park and ride

Officials with the borough of Conshohocken claim they were blindsided by the move and reject any alternatives proposed by SEPTA.

2 years ago

Aerial view of a sinkhole in 2018.
Community

A new sinkhole opens up along the Mariner East pipeline in Chester County

The Pa. Public Utility Commission is investigating what they call “an earth feature” along the Mariner East’s path in Chester County.

2 years ago

A view from above of a sinkhole
Community

DeKalb Pike reopened following sinkhole, repair delays due to high temperatures

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation worked alongside Pennsylvania American Water to fill the large sinkhole.

2 years ago

Parklet
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

New funding hopes to spur more parklets in Philly, spot-greening the streets with oases of calm

The approval process for something as small as a sidewalk bench can be daunting.

2 years ago

A view from above of a sinkhole
Community
6abc

Parts of East Dekalb Pike closed in King of Prussia, Pa. due to sinkhole

Officials say the sinkhole opened up on Monday between Henderson Road and Saulin Boulevard in Upper Merion Township.

2 years ago

View of the Mt. Alverno Bridge.
Community

Mt. Alverno Road Bridge reopens in Delco, reconnecting Aston and Middletown

More than 12% of state and local bridges in Delaware County remain in poor condition, twice the national average.

2 years ago

Traffic on the I-95 in Philadelphia
Community
6abc

Officials open Business Recovery Center to help those impacted by I-95 collapse in Philadelphia

It will be located at the Philadelphia Fire Department Engine 38 training facility.

2 years ago

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