
Transportation
Shoes off at the airport? TSA appears to be giving the pesky rule the boot
For nearly twenty years, most air travelers in the U.S. have been required to remove their shoes when going through security. That requirement seems to be ending.
2 months ago
Waymo to test, but not offer, self-driving cars in Philly this summer
While a human will be in the driver's seat, for now, self-driving cars will hit the streets of Philly this summer as the company trains its autonomous vehicles.
2 months ago
New Jersey skydiving company says pilot tried emergency landing but plane went off runway into woods
Fifteen people were aboard the plane that crashed Wednesday. As of Thursday afternoon, three are in critical condition and five have serious injuries.
3 months ago
Skydiving plane goes off New Jersey runway and crashes into woods, sending 15 to hospital
Authorities say 15 people were taken to a hospital when a small skydiving aircraft went off the end of a runway at an airport in southern New Jersey and crashed in the woods.
3 months ago
PPA on-street parking rates have gone up in Center City
The Philadelphia Parking Authority expects the rate increase to generate an additional $4 million in revenue.
3 months ago
Starting July 1, SEPTA faces a $213 million budget deficit, which will lead to cuts starting on Aug. 24.
3 months ago
Listen 1:15SEPTA says heat wave precautions could mean schedule delays
Extreme heat could impact rail infrastructure. SEPTA says it slows down trains to prevent failures.
3 months ago
Truckers fear job loss as new English language rules take effect
President Trump issued an executive order saying truckers must be proficient in English. At a New Jersey trucking school, a script of phrases is used for practice.
3 months ago
A SEPTA funding boost is uncertain amid a complex state budget struggle
Pro-transit advocacy is having an impact, but the path to a breakthrough hasn’t appeared yet.
3 months ago
Take Back Your Neighborhood filed a lawsuit against PennDOT, SEPTA and State Rep. Jared Solomon over plans to remove car lanes along Castor Avenue.
3 months ago
Listen 1:01SEPTA swears in new transit police officers amid budget woes and ongoing safety concerns
The transit agency is facing funding opposition from Pennsylvania Republicans over safety. SEPTA says it plans to hire new officers despite its budget crisis.
3 months ago
Neighbors of Pine and Spruce streets file lawsuit to block Philadelphia’s new bicycle lane rules
A neighborhood group wants to stop the city’s plan of eliminating permit parking to make way for new loading zones and adding concrete barriers around bike lanes.
3 months ago
Listen 1:06Fire that damaged multiple decommissioned SEPTA buses at Philly storage yard now under control
City health officials said Friday that nearby residents can resume their normal routines after several dangerous air pollutants spiked Thursday.
3 months ago
How to find transit resources for aging adults in Philly
There are free and discounted transportation options available for aging adults in the city and throughout the region.
4 months ago
NJ Transit looks to improve services ahead of fare hike and major events
The transit system is working with Amtrak to ensure trains run smoothly. NJ Transit is also adding new train cars and buses to improve rider experience.
4 months ago
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