Transportation
SEPTA CEO to step down at end of November
Leslie Richards has led the transit agency for the past five years as its general manager and CEO.
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Philadelphia City Council passes ‘Get Out the Bike Lane’ bill
If the mayor signs it into law, violators would be fined $125 in Center City and University City, and $75 in other neighborhoods.
2 years ago
‘Watch the tram car please’: Woman behind iconic voice suing for compensation
The defendants have 30 days to respond to the suit.
2 years ago
Riders push back on SEPTA’s fare hike plan
Key card users will see a 25% increase within the city.
2 years ago
Philadelphia police and the district attorney’s office say they’ve identified the driver who struck nurses and a gunshot victim Oct. 12 outside Penn Presbyterian.
2 years ago
Work to reopen PATCO’s Franklin Square Station is reaching the end of the line
The project started in 2020 and is expected to wrap up early next year.
2 years ago
Listen 1:121 killed, 23 injured after tree falls onto NJ Transit Light Rail train in Mansfield Township
The incident happened around 6 a.m. on the New Jersey River Line Light Rail track near US 130.
2 years ago
Despite dire funding crisis, SEPTA’s working to attract more riders
Philly ranks 5th for non-car commuters, with more room for improvement.
2 years ago
The federal money will support the state’s move toward more electric vehicles by adding overnight, fast and ultra-fast truck chargers on I-95.
2 years ago
Philly to begin bike lane safety meetings for Spruce and Pine corridor
The Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems revealed the short- and long-term infrastructure and policies it was considering.
2 years ago
As legislators dither, SEPTA considers giant fare hike
Differences over a new gambling tax are holding up a funding fix.
2 years ago
History meets sustainability: Cape May-Lewes Ferry goes green with $80M eco-friendly vessel
Since 1964, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has linked Delaware and New Jersey. With a $20 million grant, the ferry will soon go green with its first diesel-hybrid vessel.
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Listen 1:08Wilmington airport terminal to triple in size with $5.6M federal grant
The bipartisan infrastructure law will fund a $10 million expansion project at Wilmington Airport that officials say will enhance the travel experience.
2 years ago
Listen 1:33Family of CHOP doctor killed while riding bike in Center City places memorial in her honor
Family members and friends of Dr. Barbara Friedes, who was struck and killed in July while cycling near Rittenhouse Square, hosted a memorial bike ride Saturday in her honor.
2 years ago
N.J. woman, Pittsburgh man latest to be charged after chaotic car meetups in Philly
Officials said meetups happened last weekend at 11 different intersections throughout the city, attracting crowds and vehicles and resulting in injuries and property damage.
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