Air travel across US thrown into chaos after computer outage

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Wednesday after a government system that offers safety and other information to pilots broke down, stranding some planes on the ground for hours.

TSA recovered record number of guns at Philadelphia International Airport in 2022

Officials from the Transportation Security Administration reported a record number of guns recovered on travelers at Philadelphia International Airport in 2022. 

Spirit Airlines flight to Cancun lands safely back at PHL after being struck by lightning, FAA says

A group of passengers' Christmas vacations is off to a bad start after a Spirit Airlines flight on the way to Cancun had to return to Philadelphia International Airport because it was struck by lightning, according to the FAA.

The Christmas travel rush is on as folks try to leave ahead of powerful storm system

The scramble is on to get out of town ahead of a winter storm set to impact much of the northern portion of the country and the Delaware Valley before Christmas.

Amtrak unveils new trains that will replace aging fleet

Amtrak on Thursday released details of its new Airo trains, which will operate on routes across the country beginning in 2026. 

SEPTA planning major changes to bus routes, but welcome public comment before finalizing plans

SEPTA riders are sounding off about the agency’s major re-vamping of bus routes, both in and outside of the city. SEPTA says the plan will enhance service, but not all passengers are on board.

SEPTA planning major changes to bus routes, but welcome public comment before finalizing plans
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SEPTA riders are sounding off about the agency’s major re-vamping of bus routes, both in and outside of the city. SEPTA says the plan will enhance service and welcome feedback from riders.

SEPTA to pilot AI-based camera program that can detect when a gun is drawn

SEPTA will soon become the first major transit system in the country to use an artificial intelligence program to help thwart gun violence. 

PennDOT sued over ditch at issue in fatal motorcycle wreck

The family of a woman who died in a motorcycle crash is suing the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, saying the agency's negligence caused the fatal wreck.

FBI warns of criminals using rideshares to abduct children

Authorities noted that during the COVID-19 pandemic, criminals believed rideshare services gave them more privacy

SEPTA announces new safety plan, aims to address the city's vulnerable population

SEPTA released a new safety plan on Tuesday that aims to decrease homelessness on rail lines by connecting vulnerable individuals with housing, social services, and mental health care.