Transportation
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 51:11Riders 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.
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Federal investigators order SEPTA to make dozens of safety fixes
A string of vehicle crashes prompted a rare, 7-month federal investigation.
2 years ago
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.
2 years ago
SEPTA receives roughly $51 million in temporary budget deal. It was expecting $161 million.
SEPTA expected $161 million from the state. It will receive less than 1/3 of that to hold it over until lawmakers revisit the issue in the fall.
2 years ago
Tolls set to increase on 4 major bridges in Philadelphia area
Price increase speculated to take effect August 1 at the earliest.
2 years ago
In Montco, Second Wind Bicycles repairs and delivers bikes to people who need them the most
The nonprofit distributed 650 bikes last year to people in need throughout Montgomery, Berks and Bucks counties.
2 years ago
Pennsylvania unveils first new license plate design in more than 20 years
The new design commemorates Pennsylvania's part in the nation's 250th birthday.
2 years ago
SEPTA is moving forward with plans to reimagine Ambler’s Regional Rail station
Nearly five acres of SEPTA parking lots, steps away from Ambler’s downtown, are earmarked for a transit-oriented redevelopment project.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04Advocates hope the cameras will reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries along the busy corridor.
2 years ago
Humor on the highway: NJDOT wants to catch drivers’ attention
The transportation agency is posting safety reminders via its electronic signs, but the future of the campaign is up in the air.
2 years ago
Should you take the ‘B’ or the ‘L’? SEPTA plan to rename subway lines looks similar to NYC signage
Officials seek to make the transit system easier to navigate, with new signage forthcoming.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04Transit advocates offer water to bus passengers and demand a new station
The city should put the bus terminal in an Old City parking garage, they say.
2 years ago
A long Fourth of July week means heavy traffic in Philly and beyond
Millions are hitting the roads in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, which will likely cause traffic delays over the next several days.
2 years ago
SEPTA stepping up penalties for quality-of-life crimes
Major crimes on SEPTA are down, but some offenses have been going unchecked. The transit agency is now working to increase enforcement.
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