Streets & Roads

Advocates are hoping for a broader revival of the Philly Free Streets program.

Several streets near Rittenhouse Square in Center City will temporarily close to vehicle traffic every Sunday in September during a pilot program.

New research from Forbes puts Philly at the top of a list for pedestrian safety. Advocates say the numbers don’t tell the whole story.

The expansion will start with high-tech equipment to sense backups, with future work to utilize the median when traffic backs up.

“I don't think anyone should have to experience losing a loved one, or even just a neighbor, in this way,” said a rep for Families for Safe Streets Greater Philadelphia.

An engineering firm has recommended reduced lanes, more bike paths and shorter crosswalks. Now it’s up to the boroughs to execute the plan.

Parking fees were suspended in 2020 in an effort to attract customers back to the transit system, SEPTA said.

East Mount Airy, East Germantown, West Oak Lane and the area around Fairmount Park will be affected.

Dedicated funding and development opportunities from a main street designation would bring new life to the six boroughs, making them a destination along a busy thoroughfare.

Police say two people have died after a three-car collision in the West Atlantic City section of Egg Harbor Township Friday night.

A CHOP resident’s death on her bike last week, and a spate of pedestrian fatalities together set off a call for safer streets.

Prosecutors say Michael Vahey was driving nearly 60 miles per hour when he fatally struck Dr. Barbara Friedes. The DA’s office is seeking a $1 million bail.

What has the mayor accomplished after six months in office and what’s still on the top of her to-do list? We discuss policing, violence, “clean, green, saver,” and more.

Vision Zero has made a difference, but more than 100 people still die every year.

A CHOP resident was among the victims of vehicular violence in the city Wednesday. A vigil for those killed will be held Sunday.