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Transportation

An empty SEPTA train car. (Anna Orso/Billy Penn)
PlanPhilly
Health

SEPTA trains and buses have great airflow — which means less coronavirus risk for riders

Along with mask-wearing, health officials say good airflow is key to avoiding infection in enclosed spaces.

6 years ago

(NBC10)
Community
NBC10

Gunman shoots woman on SEPTA platform in West Philadelphia

The woman was on the platform of a SEPTA station on 46th and Market streets Wednesday afternoon when an unidentified gunman opened fire, shooting her at least once.

6 years ago

Car buying amid a pandemic
Community

The best car-buying incentives are over, but you may still find a good deal

April’s record-breaking rebates are long gone as car sales pick up, but experts say that doesn’t mean potential buyers can’t get a good deal.

6 years ago

A train moves along the Market-Frankford Line. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
PlanPhilly
Health
Eyes on the Street

4 ways SEPTA can reduce COVID-19 risks on transit

COVID-19 has hurt SEPTA immensely. Now is the time to make changes to protect riders and employees while strengthening the system for the future.

6 years ago

Finn Nahill holds a new drivers license, which uses the gender-neutral designation
Community

Pennsylvania introduces gender-neutral driver license option

PennDOT said 16 other states offer a non-binary option on state-issued licenses or cards.

6 years ago

Pennsylvania Turnpike
Community

Pa. Turnpike: Toll hike, 45-percent non-EZ pass surcharge coming

Officials said the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission on Tuesday approved a 6 percent increase for EZ-Pass users as well those without passes in the “Toll by Plate" program.

6 years ago

Stephen McFadden, right, bottom next to his sister Gwenda Gee. Behind Gee stands Tony McFadden, Gina McFadden and Christopher McFadden, the author's father. (Courtesy of Joy McFadden)
PlanPhilly
Community
Eyes on the Street

Remembering my Uncle Stephen McFadden, the SEPTA conductor who was slick with words

Stephen McFadden was loved by so many, but to me, he was simply my Uncle Stephen.

6 years ago

Passengers are tested for COVID-19 at Beirut International Airport on July 1. (Anwar Amro/AFP via Getty Images)
NPR
Politics & Policy

International flights are ramping up. Slowly. And with plenty of caveats

As governments worldwide ease lockdown restrictions and lift bans on international travel, travelers will have lots of questions about how to proceed.

6 years ago

Regional rail stations were nearly empty on March 17 in the wake of the coronavirus shutdown. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

SEPTA Key Travel Wallet will soon work on Regional Rail, allowing riders to pay per trip

Starting July 13, SEPTA rail riders will be able to tap in and out at card readers at stations and on platforms.

6 years ago

A SEPTA bus approaches City Hall in a bus lane.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly officials support automated bus lane enforcement and say it could improve ‘transit equity’

State Rep. Martina White plans a bill that would create two pilot programs using a system in which cameras record and ticket drivers who park in bus lanes.

6 years ago

A SEPTA bus approaches City Hall in a bus lane.
PlanPhilly
Community

Free SEPTA rides for kids under 12 coming in July

SEPTA’s board also approved a new fare restructuring plan, a freeze on base cash fares, and the introduction of a new three-day transit pass.

6 years ago

File photo: A SEPTA regional rail train. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA to boost service on Regional Rail lines starting Monday

Trains will run hourly weekday service on most lines as the transportation agency gets back on track for the region’s move into the green reopening phase.

6 years ago

Jeff Bradshaw
Radio Times
Community

Regional Roundup – 06/22/2020

This week; the new marijuana decriminalization bills in NJ, how SEPTA is keeping things clean during a pandemic, and a brass ensemble energizing the protests in Philly.

Air Date: June 22, 2020 12:00 am

Listen 49:00
Travelers make their way through ticketing and TSA inspection at the Pittsburgh International Airport on May 7. (Jeff Swensen/Getty Images)
NPR
Health

Whistleblower: TSA failed to protect staff, endangered passengers during pandemic

A TSA official filed a whistleblower complaint alleging the agency didn't properly train staff, making them a "significant carrier" of the coronavirus.

6 years ago

SEPTA Rt. 48 bus
Community

SEPTA committee recommends kids ride for free in new fare proposal

The committee made the suggestion before the board votes on the new fare proposal on June 25. If approved, the new fare plan goes into effect July 1.

6 years ago

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