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Pa. State Police investigate deadly crash on I-95 near Bridesburg

At least four vehicles were involved in the accident.

2 years ago

A train derailment
Community

Three trains involved in ‘collision and derailment’ in eastern Pennsylvania; no injuries reported

The township's police chief, Thomas Barndt, said arriving emergency personnel found “multiple trains derailed” but no reported injuries.

2 years ago

Community
Billy Penn

Could Indego reinstate single-trip option amid online clamor?

A rash of thefts led the bike share program to end its half-hour option, but that could soon change.

2 years ago

ATVs
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Philadelphia police increasing efforts to get ATVs, dirt bikes off streets

In just two hours on Tuesday night, Philly police recovered 15 ATVs and dirt bikes.

2 years ago

A SEPTA bus in Center City
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Why has SEPTA once again delayed its bus revolution?

After two years of public comment, SEPTA’s bus-route overhaul is yet again back to the public for further comment before being approved for implementation.

2 years ago

This April 15, 2018 photo shows the Jeep logo in the south Denver suburb of Englewood, Colo. Chrysler is recalling more than 330,00 Jeep Grand Cherokees, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, because of a steering wheel issue that may cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles. The recall is for 338,238 of Chrysler’s 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Community

Chrysler recalling more than 330,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees due to steering wheel issue

The automaker said that the upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle may separate and cause the wheel to fall outward.

2 years ago

Philadelphia's Navy Yard launched an autonomous vehicle shuttle bus service on February 27, 2024.
Community
Billy Penn

As autonomous bus launches at Navy Yard, drivers’ union pushes back

As SEPTA workers look ahead to contract negotiations this fall, they’re considering language secured in an Ohio contract that would let the union veto the use of AVs.

2 years ago

The autonomous vehicle (AV) shuttle at Philadelphia's Navy Yard.
Community

Philadelphia Navy Yard begins autonomous, electric shuttle service

The Navy Yard’s AV shuttle can fit nine seated passengers and a wheelchair.

2 years ago

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SEPTA Key card
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SEPTA rolls out new multi-rider feature for Key card holders

Starting Monday, passengers with a SEPTA Key card can tap in up to five riders for the same trip.

2 years ago

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Regional rail train
Urban Planning

SEPTA considering Regional Rail service expansion this fall

The transit agency is working to bring its service back to pre-pandemic levels.

2 years ago

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Road sign saying the ramp is closed
Urban Planning
6abc

Prepare for another I-95 closure as PennDOT continues work on Penn’s Landing CAP project

All lanes of I-95 South will be closed from Exit 22 to Exit 20, starting at 5 p.m. Saturday until 5 a.m. Monday.

2 years ago

Federal, local, and transit officials celebrated, holding a check representing a $317 million grant
Urban Planning

‘It’s a big deal’: Largest federal grant awarded to SEPTA will help replace the aging Market-Frankford Line fleet

SEPTA’s CEO said the rail cars, which have been around since the late ‘90s, have “reached the end of their useful life” and that “commuters deserve better.”

2 years ago

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Clockwise from left: Pedestrians cross 10th Street in the Chinatown neighborhood of Philadelphia on July 22, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke), Philadelphia 76ers mascot Franklin in 2023 (AP Photo/Chris Szagola), 9th and Market Streets (Philadelphia Fashion District), Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, left, and Boston Celtics' Robert Williams III. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Studio 2

Debating the 76ers Arena Proposal

The $1.3 billion plan for a new Sixers arena has been embraced by some, but met with a ton of opposition from residents of Chinatown and surrounding neighborhoods downtown.

Air Date: February 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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Trolley being repaired
Urban Planning

SEPTA delays the debut of rebuilt retro trolley cars, now expected in the spring

The rebuilt trolleys have modern underpinnings and a vintage look. SEPTA expects them to be back in service this spring.

2 years ago

The inside of the ongoing construction of PATCO's Franklin Square station, made with bird-safe glass
Urban Planning

PATCO’s Franklin Square station to open later this year

The $30 million project at 7th and Race streets has steadily worked towards resurrecting the “ghost station,” and will include ADA accessibility features.

2 years ago

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