
Transportation
Philly PHLASH adds 2 new bus stops, helping locals and visitors ‘explore every single attraction’
The bus service stops at 17 popular sites in Philly. SEPTA Key holders, kids 4 and under, and seniors can ride for free.
2 months ago
Ticketing of parked cars on Philly street sweeping routes starts again Monday
Cars parked during “no parking” hours along some street sweeping routes will be subject to fines of $31 starting Monday.
2 months ago
Local politicians, transit workers and everyday riders expressed concern over the proposed cuts and called for more funding to cash-strapped SEPTA.
2 months ago
Without more state aid, SEPTA will shut down 5 Regional Rail lines and 50 bus routes
With a $213 million budget deficit for the new fiscal year, the transit authority plans to boost fares by 21.5% and reduce service by 45%.
2 months ago
SEPTA service would be cut nearly in half under new budget proposal if more funding not secured
The transit authority unveiled a budget proposal that would include a reduction to nearly half of its service, fare increases of more than 20% and cuts to the workforce.
2 months ago
New Jersey’s REAL ID deadline: What residents need to know
Starting May 7, REAL IDs will be the only driver’s licenses accepted to board a plane or enter a federal building.
2 months ago
Listen 0:57Philadelphia extends SEPTA deal to provide free trips for city workers
The city’s budget proposal put the future of free SEPTA rides for city workers into question, but a new deal ensures the program will remain.
2 months ago
Listen 0:58PATCO commuters experience the new Franklin Square stop for the first time
Riders are all aboard for the station’s open feel and time-saving location. Plus, it “doesn’t smell like pee.”
2 months ago
The commuter benefit gives eligibility to around 22,000 city workers, but it’s unclear whether the city will be able to spend less for the same program this year.
2 months ago
Listen 1:03NTSB releases final report on deadly I-95 collapse in Philadelphia
The 24-page report cites multiple factors for a fiery truck crash, which resulted in the highway collapsing back on June 11, 2023.
2 months ago
Father, 2 sons identified after being struck, killed by Amtrak train in Bucks County
Bucks County coroner said on Friday they are 56-year-old Christopher Cramp, 31-year-old David Cramp and 24-year-old Thomas Cramp.
2 months ago
Raising the dead: PATCO Franklin Square ghost station reopens after 46 years
The train station beneath Franklin Square park has been closed since 1979. A $29.3 million renovation wakes it up to a new neighborhood.
2 months ago
Researchers at Temple University will look at the effectiveness of the Chance to Ride travel training program and recruit participants in Philly.
2 months ago
Listen 2:34Pedestrian islands are coming to Chestnut Street in West Philly
Aimed to make crossing the street safer, pedestrian "refuge islands" are being built at more than a dozen intersections along Chestnut Street in West Philly.
2 months ago
Traffic safety advocates cheer progress, mourn losses
More automated enforcement is coming to Philly, but federal funds are at risk.
2 months ago