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Community
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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.

5 months ago

A pile of dumped tires
Politics & Policy
6abc

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.

5 months ago

Two people sit on benches in a workshop.
Community
Billy Penn

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.

5 months ago

Traffic on a highway in Delaware.
Politics & Policy

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.

6 months ago

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An up-close view of a bike that has a tag on it.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

This 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.

6 months ago

Listen 2:00
SEPTA bus passes through the intersection of N 17th and JFK Boulevard.
Studio 2

SEPTA 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 45:23
person riding a horse on MLK Drive
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Bridge 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.

6 months ago

An up-close view of an electric car that's connected to an EV charging station.
Politics & Policy

‘War without guns’ or protecting ‘health and our climate’? Del. debates proposed electric vehicle mandate for new cars in 2035

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%.

6 months ago

Listen 1:53
A number of Delaware licenses are shown
Courts & Law

A 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.

6 months ago

The driver of a soda delivery truck was injured during what may be a case of road rage on Wednesday in Abington Township, Montgomery County. (6abc)
Courts & Law
6abc

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.

6 months ago

The fourth phase of the Ben Franklin Bridge revitalization project focused on installing a new $8 million LED system
Community

‘Even more iconic’: Ben Franklin Bridge lights up Philly skyline with million-dollar lighting installation

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.

6 months ago

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A municipal sanitation worker collects trash in Philadelphia
Politics & Policy

Philly 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.

6 months ago

An Amazon truck blocking the sidewalk
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Businesses around Philly use sidewalks as parking lots, but rarely face penalties. Authorities say they’re stepping up the response.

One Amazon center was sent a “final warning,” but there’s been little action against repeat offenders like U-Haul or Dave & Buster’s.

6 months ago

SEPTA bus passes through the intersection of N 17th and JFK Boulevard.
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

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.

6 months ago

A close-up of a police car.
Courts & Law

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.

6 months ago

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