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Streets & Roads
Philly officers were escorting truck on ‘approved route’ before Conrail bridge crash
The Conrail bridge repairs in Port Richmond are expected to be completed by the weekend. I-95 NB remains closed.
5 months ago
Conrail bridge repairs in Port Richmond could be completed by weekend; I-95 NB remains closed
PennDOT is advising drivers to avoid the closure areas and warns about the possibility of significant backups on I-95.
5 months ago
Philly street sweeping season begins Monday. Here’s what you need to know
The warning period starts Monday and fines will be issued beginning April 29.
5 months ago
Dozens arrested after protest blocks Interstate 676, police say
Officials said about 350 members of the “Party for Socialism and Liberation” had rushed onto the highway on Saturday, disrupting traffic.
5 months ago
Delaware has seen a 16% decrease in traffic deaths
After nearly matching a record for highway deaths in 2022, the numbers dropped last year. But state leaders warn warmer days often bring a rise in fatalities.
5 months ago
‘We got workers in the water’: Audio reveals new details of Baltimore bridge rescue
Radio calls exchanged between first responders when the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed show a coordinated response.
5 months ago
Police: 2 officers are hospitalized after crash in Fairmount Park
Officials say a police cruiser and another vehicle collided.
5 months ago
The PPA is cracking down on sidewalk parking in Philadelphia
The parking authority will hire 30 new parking enforcement officers to focus on ticketing vehicles blocking sidewalks and curb ramps.
5 months ago
New safety initiative announced to reduce crashes along N.J.’s White Horse Pike
The money will be split among 14 local police departments to increase patrols along the pike and for educational programs.
5 months ago
Liquid Death Founder Mike Cessario, Fixing Philadelphia’s Littering Problem
Air Date: March 21, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:01New rules aim to boost EV sales as Philly drivers await more charging stations
A federal program to help states install charging stations has met a slow rollout, leaving EV drivers dependent on the available slower chargers.
5 months ago
Listen 2:00More changes to improve pedestrian and traffic safety on Roosevelt Boulevard are on the horizon.
5 months ago
Listen 1:13Haverford Township conducts study to make ‘Safe Streets for All’ a reality
With aging streets and an influx of vehicles, Haverford Township officials and a consultant are conducting a study to make roadways safer for everyone.
5 months ago
Listen 1:01PennDOT to repair potholes on dozens of roads in the week ahead
The agency released a list of more than 50 state roads where crews will be working.
6 months ago
I-76 eastbound back open after tractor trailer fire in Montgomery County
Police have not said if there are any injuries or if any other vehicles were involved.
6 months ago