
Streets & Roads
Stolen car, minivan, SEPTA bus involved in chain-reaction crash in Philadelphia’s Lawndale section
The Hyundai was stolen last week in Northeast Philadelphia and fits the description of a car used in multiple robberies.
2 years ago
Bill aims to increase max penalty for illegal dumping in Philadelphia
The bill is aimed at businesses that dump illegally because the fines are cheaper than legal disposal fees.
2 years ago
For parklets near the El, Fishtown is transforming safety barriers into benches and art
Design firm Tiny WPA is working on the project, which was partially inspired by the city’s new streetery requirements.
2 years ago
After tying record for highway deaths, Delaware moves to add penalties for speeds over 90 mph
After tying 1988’s record for highway deaths, Delaware lawmakers unveil a package of bills to crackdown on most common causes of crashes.
2 years ago
Listen 1:14This spring cleanup, Philly is removing abandoned bikes across the city
As part of the Philly Spring Cleanup program on Saturday, April 15, the city is getting ready to remove dozens of abandoned bikes.
2 years ago
Listen 2:00SEPTA Budget, Food at the Phillies, Studio 2 Trivia
Answering your questions about the new proposed SEPTA budget with Leslie Richards. Then, you answer Studio 2’s questions during our weekly trivia quiz.
Air Date: April 6, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:23Bridge repairs force 2-year detour behind the Art Museum, trail users say ‘probably for the better’
The MLK Drive Bridge was literally falling apart. $20 million in federal funding is paying for the fix.
2 years ago
If the rule is adopted, 35% of new cars and light trucks delivered to dealers in 2026 would have to be electric. By 2035, that figure would be 100%.
2 years ago
Listen 1:53A new Delaware law cuts criminal fees for residents with low income
The new measure will eliminate certain fees and fines for Delawareans struggling to pay.
2 years ago
Arrest made after truck driver wounded in Abington Twp. road rage shooting
Police say the victim was hit in the head with a gun, and that's when the gun went off.
2 years ago
The lights can be seen “chasing” PATCO trains as they go across the bridge, and will change colors to reflect the holidays or special occasions.
2 years ago
Listen :59Philly touts trash collection numbers in City Council budget hearings
On-time trash collection is better than its in been in more than a decade, according to Philly Streets Commissioner Carlton Williams.
2 years ago
One Amazon center was sent a “final warning,” but there’s been little action against repeat offenders like U-Haul or Dave & Buster’s.
2 years ago
5 potential pathways to solving SEPTA’s chronic operator shortage
Philly’s not alone: more than 90% of U.S. transit agencies are struggling with hiring.
2 years ago
Philadelphia’s Driving Equality Act remains in place after court rules against police union
In 2022 the FOP filed a lawsuit against a new city law designed to reduce traffic stops for certain vehicle violations. The Court of Common Pleas overruled their argument.
2 years ago