SEPTA announces deadline for funding to avoid major service cuts
Without additional state funding approved by Aug. 14 SEPTA says they will have to implement a 20% cut to all services, including the elimination of 32 bus routes and reduced service on all rail lines.
Without additional state funding approved by Aug. 14 SEPTA says they will have to implement a 20% cut to all services, including the elimination of 32 bus routes and reduced service on all rail lines.
SEPTA could eliminate 32 bus routes if funding not received by August 24
If GOP lawmakers do not approve a state budget which includes funding for SEPTA by August 24, the transit authority will eliminate 32 bus routes and shorten service on other routes. Here's what we know.
If GOP lawmakers do not approve a state budget which includes funding for SEPTA by August 24, the transit authority will eliminate 32 bus routes and shorten service on other routes. Here's what we know.
SEPTA prepares for service cuts as riders prepare for 'catastrophic' impacts
As Pennsylvania lawmakers stall on passing a state budget, SEPTA is now preparing for service cuts that kick in a month from now on August 24, which also happens to be a day before the first day of school for Philadelphia.
As Pennsylvania lawmakers stall on passing a state budget, SEPTA is now preparing for service cuts that kick in a month from now on August 24, which also happens to be a day before the first day of school for Philadelphia.
SEPTA prepares for service cuts as passengers hope lawmakers vote for funding
SEPTA is getting the word out about possible impacts to service as the governor's budget stalls in the state senate. Passengers are hoping for a positive vote on funding, or be faced with devastating impacts.
SEPTA is getting the word out about possible impacts to service as the governor's budget stalls in the state senate. Passengers are hoping for a positive vote on funding, or be faced with devastating impacts.
2 hurt in SEPTA regional rail train fire at Paoli Station
A SEPTA employee and a firefighter were injured when a fire broke out aboard a SEPTA regional rain train in Paoli overnight Tuesday.
A SEPTA employee and a firefighter were injured when a fire broke out aboard a SEPTA regional rain train in Paoli overnight Tuesday.
New app allows users to report street, parking violations to PPA in just 30 seconds
A new app called Laser Vision is making it easier for Philadelphia residents to report street violations, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility.
A new app called Laser Vision is making it easier for Philadelphia residents to report street violations, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility.
DHS to end 'shoes-off' travel policy at airport security checkpoints
Travelers flying out of Philadelphia International Airport kept their shoes on while passing through security checkpoints on Tuesday.
Travelers flying out of Philadelphia International Airport kept their shoes on while passing through security checkpoints on Tuesday.
SEPTA now charging parking fee at commuter lots
Riders who rely on SEPTA trains and buses to get them where they need to go will now have to pay to park in surface lots and garages.
Riders who rely on SEPTA trains and buses to get them where they need to go will now have to pay to park in surface lots and garages.
PHL grapples with striking workers, storm delays, uptick in holiday travel: tips to remain patient
Philly International is facing a perfect storm of challenges as travelers head out for the Fourth of July holiday, on top of unionized airport workers on strike and bad weather causing flight disruptions, the airport is grappling with significant hurdles.
Philly International is facing a perfect storm of challenges as travelers head out for the Fourth of July holiday, on top of unionized airport workers on strike and bad weather causing flight disruptions, the airport is grappling with significant hurdles.
Dept. of Transportation to eliminate rule requiring speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks
A new package was unveiled by Trump’s Department of Transportation to better support truck drivers, such as investing in additional parking, driver relief, and nixing speed limiters.
A new package was unveiled by Trump’s Department of Transportation to better support truck drivers, such as investing in additional parking, driver relief, and nixing speed limiters.
SEPTA approves budget proposal that includes service cuts, fare hikes
SEPTA's board approved a new budget proposal that called for fare increases and cuts to some services.
SEPTA's board approved a new budget proposal that called for fare increases and cuts to some services.
Juneteenth Festival and Parade: Road closures and SEPTA detours
The Juneteenth Festival and parade will bring traffic changes to the city.
The Juneteenth Festival and parade will bring traffic changes to the city.
'Let Freedom Ring': Pre-order available for Pennsylvania commemorative license plate
Governor Josh Shapiro has announced that the new vanity license plate for Pennsylvania, which celebrates the United States' 250th anniversary, is now available for pre-order.
Governor Josh Shapiro has announced that the new vanity license plate for Pennsylvania, which celebrates the United States' 250th anniversary, is now available for pre-order.
Man, 68, killed while trying to cross between two SEPTA train cars: police
A 68-year-old man was killed when police say he fell while attempting to cross between two SEPTA train cars early Thursday morning.
A 68-year-old man was killed when police say he fell while attempting to cross between two SEPTA train cars early Thursday morning.
Cause of massive fire at SEPTA bus depot found: officials
After a huge fire broke out at SEPTA’s largest bus depot in Nicetown on Thursday, officials have determined a cause for the fire.
After a huge fire broke out at SEPTA’s largest bus depot in Nicetown on Thursday, officials have determined a cause for the fire.
Uber rolls out new app features to make ride hailing easier for seniors
Transportation giant expands simplified Senior Accounts nationwide.
Transportation giant expands simplified Senior Accounts nationwide.
SEPTA bus depot fire: Air quality concerns remain as investigators probe cause of fire
A huge fire erupted at a SEPTA bus depot in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood Thursday morning.
A huge fire erupted at a SEPTA bus depot in Philadelphia's Nicetown neighborhood Thursday morning.
Small fire aboard SEPTA regional rail train causes passengers to evacuate
A suspected electrical fire aboard a Philadelphia-bound SEPTA train caused 100 commuters to evacuate on Tuesday morning.
A suspected electrical fire aboard a Philadelphia-bound SEPTA train caused 100 commuters to evacuate on Tuesday morning.
SEPTA names permanent general manager as budget woes continue
Scott Sauer, a 54-year-old, 34-year employee of SEPTA was voted by SEPTA’s board as its General Manager Monday. This comes as the agency presses state legislators to help with its budget woes
Scott Sauer, a 54-year-old, 34-year employee of SEPTA was voted by SEPTA’s board as its General Manager Monday. This comes as the agency presses state legislators to help with its budget woes
SEPTA budget hearings underway: Day 1 recap
Budget hearings have begun regarding SEPTA’s new funding package which is expected to impose deep cuts in the system if state funding is not approved.
Budget hearings have begun regarding SEPTA’s new funding package which is expected to impose deep cuts in the system if state funding is not approved.