Shapiro says "the time to act is now" as SEPTA's funding deadline looms
With just days left to secure state funding to avoid massive SEPTA service cuts and fare increases, Gov. Josh Shapiro said the time to act is now.
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With just days left to secure state funding to avoid massive SEPTA service cuts and fare increases, Gov. Josh Shapiro said the time to act is now.
Shapiro was joined by Scott Sauer, the general manager of SEPTA, and several labor leaders at SEPTA headquarters on Sunday as he discussed the latest update on the status of securing state funding for the transit agency.
A SEPTA spokesperson said state funding is needed by Aug. 14 to avoid service cuts that will take effect on Aug. 24.
SEPTA is set to cut service in Philadelphia later this month as Pennsylvania lawmakers debate new funding for public transit.
With SEPTA cuts looming, some families in Philadelphia aren't sure how they'll get to work and school this fall. Reporter Dan Snyder explains where talks stand in the Pennsylvania legislature.
State-supported universities, libraries, early-childhood education programs and county health departments also will see delays in payments.
The lawsuit claims that restrictions on gender-affirming care through an executive order are unlawful.
Several Democratic-led states have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's effort to cut funding for Planned Parenthood.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has joined a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration's effort to defund Planned Parenthood.
Officials are sharing new information about what caused the 911 outage in Pennsylvania earlier in July.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Friday's statewide 911 outage was caused by a technical issue, "not an act of sabotage." The issues have been resolved.
U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser won't run for governor of Pennsylvania, despite having President Donald Trump's recent promise of support.
Gov. Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania's politically divided Legislature will miss Pennsylvania's deadline to pass a budget for the new fiscal year, amid closed-door talks to try to produce a compromise.
Shapiro said he would continue talking with Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and the Rooney family in Pittsburgh about what — if anything — the NFL teams need when it comes to the state of their stadiums.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro reaffirmed the state would provide no funding for any new sports arenas and said there were conversations about bringing NASCAR to Philadelphia.
SEPTA called the legislation passing "an important step," but now it will head to the Pennsylvania State Senate.
After an initial rollout to some extremely interested drivers, PA's "Let Freedom Ring" license plates are available to order en masse.
Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration on Friday announced a $224,000 investment in agriculture grants that would reimburse nonprofits up to half their costs for projects that boost sales and exports of Pennsylvania agricultural products. The announcement was made at Waltz Estate Winery and Family Farm in Manheim, Lancaster County.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said his team is ready for the "No Kings" march and rally in Philadelphia on Saturday. He urged participants to protest peacefully.
Amazon said Monday that it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny over an arrangement to essentially plug right into the power plant.
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture over cutting funding to the food aid program for states.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announced a lawsuit Wednesday against the U.S. Department of Agriculture over cutting funding to a $1 billion food aid program for states.
The man accused of trying to burn down the official Pennsylvania governor's mansion is due in court this week, but his public defender is asking to postpone the hearing because the suspect, Cody Balmer, is receiving mental health treatment.
Riders say dramatic service cuts and fare hikes on SEPTA would hurt Philadelphia-area families and businesses.
Well known for telling the story of the United States these last 250 years, the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge is also an active Episcopal parish.
According to a top Shapiro campaign official, the total more than doubles the previous benchmark for a Pennsylvania gubernatorial race at this stage.
The Elkins Park Skywatchers gathered for a watch party as the Artemis II mission began Wednesday night.
Police believe a 3-year-old boy got hold of a gun and may have accidentally shot himself inside a South Philly home Wednesday.
"Bob's Burgers" voice actor and comedian Eugene Mirman suffered serious injuries after crashing his car into a toll plaza in New Hampshire.
Well known for telling the story of the United States these last 250 years, the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge is also an active Episcopal parish.
According to a top Shapiro campaign official, the total more than doubles the previous benchmark for a Pennsylvania gubernatorial race at this stage.
The Elkins Park Skywatchers gathered for a watch party as the Artemis II mission began Wednesday night.
Two people, including an off-duty Philly police officer, were injured in a small plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday, sources said.
Police believe a 3-year-old boy got hold of a gun and may have accidentally shot himself inside a South Philly home Wednesday.
Well known for telling the story of the United States these last 250 years, the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge is also an active Episcopal parish.
The Elkins Park Skywatchers gathered for a watch party as the Artemis II mission began Wednesday night.
Police believe a 3-year-old boy got hold of a gun and may have accidentally shot himself inside a South Philly home Wednesday.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
North Wildwood declared an emergency about three weeks ago after a series of winter storms stripped away several feet of sand.
The Michigan Wolverines' star player, Yaxel Lendeborg, graduated from Pennsauken High School in South Jersey.
Police in Washington Township, Gloucester County, say a man stole a tow truck and drove it into oncoming traffic.
Surveillance video released by police shows a man talking with the bus driver and then appearing to punch them on Feb. 21.
Police said someone called in a bomb threat to Willingboro High School on Tuesday.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Starting Sunday, bus service will replace trains between Bridgeport Station and Norristown Transit Center until May 9.
Paul George scored a season-high 39 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame Joel Embiid's absence because of an illness in a 153-131 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.
Justin Crawford and Edmundo Sosa played the heroes Wednesday to deliver the Phillies a 6-5 comeback win over the Nationals.
The Michigan Wolverines' star player, Yaxel Lendeborg, graduated from Pennsauken High School in South Jersey.
Phillies pitcher Andrew Painter delivered a masterpiece in his long-awaited MLB debut Tuesday night against the Nationals
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A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
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The Borough of Parkside in Delaware County has a new council president, after the previous president, Dominic Capobianco, resigned after being charged with misusing $2,500 of borough funds on a borough gas card.
The Philadelphia area is spending Thursday in the 40s and 50s after some overnight showers cooled us down, but the temperature roller coaster will climb back up to the 70s and 80s for Friday, with a warm weekend on tap. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast.
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A 3-year-old boy is fighting for his life after he may have accidentally shot himself inside a South Philadelphia home, according to police.