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A clip from a viral video shared on Facebook on April 10, 2020. (Facebook)
PlanPhilly
Health

Police forcibly eject man without face mask from SEPTA bus

A new viral video shows what appears to a group of police officers forcibly pulling a man not wearing a face covering off of a SEPTA bus.

6 years ago

Transit police stand outside the Clothes Pin in Center City. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Urban Planning

SEPTA police urge nonessential riders to stay off transit as coronavirus hits force

Philadelphia’s transit cops are “on edge” about managing the safety of the system while protecting themselves from coronavirus. At least two officers have tested positive.

6 years ago

A screen shows canceled incoming flights at TF Green International Airport in Warwick, R.I. on March 30, 2020, during the novel coronavirus outbreak. (Joseph Prezioso /AFP via Getty Images)
NPR
Money

Airlines want to cancel rule requiring them to refund fares for canceled flights

An industry group says airlines around the world are burning through cash and can't afford to pay refunds to customers for canceled flights, despite regulations requiring it.

6 years ago

On Tuesday, a usually busy Market Frankfort line was nearly deserted. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA to close stations, dramatically reduce service as coronavirus death toll rises

The new “Lifeline Service Schedule,” intended to increase safety for riders and operators while discouraging nonessential trips, will take effect April 9.

6 years ago

A SEPTA bus driver wears a protective mask as he drives through Philadelphia, Wednesday, April 1, 2020. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
PlanPhilly
Health

SEPTA confirms 3 coronavirus deaths

The coronavirus pandemic has taken the lives of three Philadelphia transit workers. As of April 6, 48 SEPTA employees have tested positive for the virus.

6 years ago

A SEPTA rider dons a surgical mask. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA is getting $643M in federal coronavirus aid

SEPTA is getting the emergency federal aid it needs to fill its coronavirus-depleted coffers. But experts say the money won’t be enough to make the agency whole.

6 years ago

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

SEPTA seeks 10,000 face masks as pandemic continues to take a toll on transit service

SEPTA is racing against the pandemic’s spread, continuing to adapt to heightened risks and a reduced workforce that is calling for more protections.

6 years ago

SEPTA said that ridership is down due to the coronavirus. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘If you don’t have to ride, please don’t’: SEPTA, PATCO further reduce service

SEPTA is cutting back its already reduced Regional Rail service after ridership dropped by more than 90% this week. PATCO is also reducing services.

6 years ago

Two Market-Frankford Line cars lifted for repairs at the 69th Street SEPTA repair shop. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Health

Two more SEPTA workers diagnosed with COVID-19, transit union bulk orders hand sanitizer

Three SEPTA workers have tested positive for COVID-19. Two of the three work in maintenance while the third works at the agency headquarters.

6 years ago

A SEPTA rider dons a surgical mask. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA faces a ridership problem that coming federal aid won’t fix, experts say

SEPTA and other regional transit agencies are facing an unprecedented challenge that won’t be solved by a $25 billion relief package advancing on Capitol Hill.

6 years ago

A screenshot from a 2018 viral video of bedbugs on a SEPTA bus. (Courtesy of Crystal Lopez)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Bedbug roulette’ comes to an end, as SEPTA removes buses with cloth seats

In an effort to maintain a clean and sanitized fleet of vehicles during the coronavirus pandemic, SEPTA has announced the removal of buses with fabric seats.

6 years ago

A rider waits for a SEPTA train.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Difficult measures’: SEPTA cuts executive pay, takes other steps to stem revenue losses

As the coronavirus pandemic drains SEPTA of riders and revenue, the agency is implementing a range of emergency cost-cutting measures.

6 years ago

Planes at Philadelphia International Airport.
Community

Thousands facing layoffs as Philadelphia Airport slashes service

Thousands of workers have been laid off at the Philadelphia International Airport. Airlines are seeking bailouts amid the coronavirus outbreak.

6 years ago

The 8th Street Market Frankford line platform was deserted Tuesday afternoon and an announcement and scrolling message instructed riders to cover their noses and mouths when sneezing. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Health

SEPTA to reduce service; tells passengers to stay off unless ‘absolutely’ necessary

SEPTA subways, trains and buses will run less frequently in the Philadelphia region starting Sunday.

6 years ago

South Philly Bikes owner Dan Oettinger said he’d keep the shop open as long as he’s healthy and permitted to do so. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Bike shops, deemed ‘essential,’ boom as people seek ways to travel solo

Philadelphia bike shops, declared an essential business and allowed to remain open are seeing a surge in demand from coronavirus-wary commuters.

6 years ago

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