
Transportation
NJ Transit is spending billions of dollars on a new fleet of buses. Here’s what to know
Critics say the service is unreliable and that communication is poor.
25 mins ago
NTSB issues urgent safety warning to SEPTA over fire risks involving Silverliner IV railcars
The NTSB said the outdated design of the railcars, combined with SEPTA's maintenance practices, "represents an immediate and unacceptable safety risk."
14 hours ago
Councilmember holds City Hall bike lane bill, alarming cycling advocates
Young says he wants to observe the lane in action and “make any necessary adjustments.”
14 hours ago
Philadelphia transit advocates want you to spend your week without driving
As a long-term funding solution for SEPTA remains up in the air, the weeklong event encourages Philadelphians to think critically about accessible transit.
2 days ago
2 dead, several injured in 3 incidents involving SEPTA rail, trolley operations
Two people were struck and killed by Regional Rail trains over about a 10-hour period.
7 days ago
Man dies after being struck by SEPTA train in East Falls section of Philadelphia
Service on the Manayunk/Norristown Line was restored around 11 a.m. with some expected delays.
7 days ago
Construction begins on new bike lane around City Hall
The PennDOT project will remove car lanes and shorten crossing distances.
1 week ago
Philly cyclists, commuters celebrate the reopening of the MLK Drive Bridge this weekend
The reopening will restore a key connection for commuters and cyclists with West Philadelphia.
2 weeks ago
Philly airport launches new logo, slogan in preparation for huge influx of 2026 passengers
PHL expects some 30 million people to pass through its gates this year, with hopes for an even bigger 2026 for the U.S. semiquincentennial.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:13SEPTA riders prepare for fare increases Sunday
SEPTA leaders said increased fares are necessary to help close its $213 million deficit. They expect the new price to generate $31 million a year.
3 weeks ago
Smile! You’re on camera, Broad Street drivers
A speed camera system on the north-south Philly artery will start ticketing speeders next week.
3 weeks ago
How can we make Philly safer for cyclists, pedestrians, others?
Electric scooters, bikes, unicycles, cars – Philly's streets are a mix of fast-moving vehicles. Is it still safe for traditional cyclists and pedestrians? We ask the experts.
Air Date: September 9, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13SEPTA avoids cuts for another 2 years. Pa. agency grants request for SEPTA to use maintenance funds
PennDOT will allow SEPTA to dip into $394 million in capital assistance to fund daily operations and avoid massive cuts — for now.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:18A roughly 21% fare hike will also go into effect that day.
4 weeks ago
Pennsylvania’s budget is nine weeks late. Delaware County lawmakers are urging the Senate to reach a deal on funding SEPTA and schools before it’s too late.
4 weeks ago