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SEPTA General Manager Leslie Richards standing on the street
Studio 2
Urban Planning

SEPTA CEO Leslie Richards on budget, crime and more

SEPTA's CEO and General Manager Leslie Richards joins us to talk about the transit agency and the state of public transportation - particularly after a state budget shortfall.

Air Date: August 7, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:37
Indego bikes
Community
Billy Penn

Indego brings back the single-ride pass in Philly

The single-trip option was cut in April 2018 over concerns about bike thefts, but public pressure encouraged its return.

1 year ago

12 people sit in chairs at the library
Community

Transforming Philly public transit: Riders advocate for a streamlined service

In the last of three conversations, participants at WHYY News’ Bridging Blocks event discussed cleanliness and rider etiquette.

1 year ago

Frank Vanore
Community

Philadelphia police warn vehicle owners of smashed window thefts

Police are posting signs in affected neighborhoods reminding drivers to not leave any valuables unattended.

1 year ago

Listen :56
The exterior of SEPTA's HQ building
Urban Planning

SEPTA implements partial hiring freeze with possible fare hikes on the way

The mass transit agency has implemented a hiring freeze for non-essential workers and is considering fare hikes if more state money isn’t forthcoming.

1 year ago

Listen 1:05
Nate Golubiewski trying to use an EV charging station
Courts & Law
Billy Penn

So many electric vehicles in Philly, but so few chargers

The federal government is investing in EV infrastructure, but very slowly.

1 year ago

Fiery multi-vehicle crash under investigation in Egg Harbor Township, NJ (6abc)
Courts & Law
6abc

Two people killed, multiple injured in fiery Egg Harbor Township, NJ crash: Police

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

1 year ago

rendering of subway car
Urban Planning
6abc

Renderings of new SEPTA train cars for Market-Frankford Line revealed

The company, Hitachi Rail STS USA, will deliver the first 200 cars starting in 2029.

1 year ago

Several people on bicycles block a busy intersection
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Cyclists take to streets to protest lack of progress on safety measures

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

1 year ago

Cars are parked on the sidewalk on Fletcher Street in Philadelphia’s East Kensington neighborhood.
Courts & Law

Philly sees 500% increase in sidewalk parking citations after increased PPA enforcement

The goal is to make sure Philadelphians don’t have to dodge parked cars on sidewalks and curb cuts.

1 year ago

Listen 1:09
Larry Krasner
Courts & Law

Man charged in death of Philly cyclist had twice the legal limit of alcohol in his system, DA says

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.

1 year ago

Listen 1:08
Cherelle Parker
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker answers your questions

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.

Air Date: July 25, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:11
Public transportation users join in a discussion on their experiences with and desires for local transit service at WHYY News' Bridging Blocks event at the Haddington Public Library on Tuesday. (Gabriel Donahue/WHYY)
Community

Riders discuss possibilities, shortfalls of public transit at Bridging Blocks event

In the second of three conversations, participants of WHYY News’ Bridging Blocks asked for reliable transit and funding for the region’s public transportation.

1 year ago

SEPTA bus after a crash
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Federal investigators order SEPTA to make dozens of safety fixes

A string of vehicle crashes prompted a rare, 7-month federal investigation.

1 year ago

Busy intersection
Community
Billy Penn

A deadly day in Philly for cyclist, pedestrian

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

1 year ago

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