PennDOT rolls out new site to monitor traffic on routes to Philly events
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
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A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
Law enforcement will now be able to issue tickets to people who are using cell phones behind the wheel in Pennsylvania.
Construction is coming to an area in Delaware County already choked by congestion.
Smart traffic lights and a new on ramp to I-76 westbound are part of $30 million in upgrades coming to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Officials say the upgrades will help improve traffic when fans are coming to and leaving events. Ross DiMattei reports.
Pennsylvania saw a record low number of traffic deaths in 2025, according to PennDOT.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
Two I-95 ramps close to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex are under construction and could cause some traffic headaches for Flyers and Sixers fans.
PennDOT is making a push to secure a multi-million-dollar project to improve pedestrian safety in Delaware County following a fatal hit-and-run in 2024.
PennDOT is planning a $10 million safety project along a crash-prone stretch of MacDade Boulevard in Ridley Township aimed at improving pedestrian safety. Madeleine Wright reports.
The fluctuating temperatures brought more than just some warmth — they're also leading to potholes popping up everywhere. PennDOT says they have already received about 3,000 pothole complaints from drivers in our region in 2026.
The southbound lanes of Route 202 are closed in King of Prussia for roadwork to prevent future sinkholes. The owner of a barbershop in the area said it's already hurting business.
After several sinkholes formed in the last few years, PennDOT is injecting pressurized grout under the roadway on Route 202 in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The work has already been done in the northbound lanes but this time, the southbound lanes will be closed for the preventative work, which should hopefully prevent more sinkholes in the future. Brandon Goldner reports.
Some license plate readers are struggling to read the new "Let Freedom Ring" license plates from PennDOT, confusing zeroes with eights.
We're already recovered from the early week blizzard, but in New England, there are places that received over 2 feet (if not 3 feet) of snow. PennDOT is sending snow removal equipment to Rhode Island, where over 3 feet of snow fell in the capital, Providence.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker declared a disaster emergency for the city as a major winter storm hits the region on Sunday into Monday.
PennDOT spokesperson Krys Johnson talked to CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri about driving restrictions in place in the Philadelphia area, tips for driving safely during the snowstorm and what comes next.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
The snow has stopped falling, but PennDOT crews and contractors are still working to clear major highways and secondary roads around the region Monday. PennDOT District 6 Safety Press Office Krys Johnson said Monday's freezing conditions are creating a "challenging environment," but road work will continue throughout the day.
PennDOT workers prepare for 12-hour shifts Sunday to tackle several inches of snow in the Lehigh Valley. Dan Snyder reports.
The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency announced that a Tier 4 vehicle restriction will be in place on all interstates in the commonwealth, along with the Pennsylvania Turnpike and its extensions, starting at midnight Saturday.
The first snowflakes are still roughly 48 hours away, but PennDOT is already gearing up, ready to keep the roads passable around our region. Jan Carabeo is live at the PennDOT salt shed in Norristown, where preps are underway.
Everyone from plow crews to everyday people are getting ready for this second hit of snow in the Philadelphia region. Dan Snyder reports.
A winter storm is bringing sleet and freezing rain to the Philadelphia area Friday night. Drivers and crews are preparing for dangerous conditions on the roads.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
There's something about this intersection in the town of Paradise in Lancaster County that's making it feel like purgatory for one couple. Cindi and Mark Stettler say that since they moved in five years ago, they've seen over 20 crashes outside of their front door. The Stettlers say they're getting the run around from PennDOT and the township.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
Philadelphia's Salute to Independence parade has been canceled due to extreme heat in the weather forecast.
The heat wave in the Philadelphia region is going into Day 5 Friday, and it's only getting hotter.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
The heat wave in the Philadelphia region is going into Day 5 Friday, and it's only getting hotter.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
Philadelphia's Salute to Independence parade has been canceled due to extreme heat in the weather forecast.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Philadelphia's Salute to Independence parade has been canceled due to extreme heat in the weather forecast.
Firefighters are battling a fire that erupted at a recycling center in Doylestown Thursday evening, emergency officials said.
The second teen suspect wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State student in South Philadelphia surrendered to police Thursday, U.S. Marshals said.
Officials have been closely monitoring the electrical grid across the Philadelphia area, which is said to be under extreme stress due to HVAC systems operating around the clock.
The extreme heat with temps hitting 100 degrees didn't stop Philadelphians from celebrating Red, White and Blue To-Do on Thursday.
Many beachgoers say they came to Ocean City to escape the heat wave in Philadelphia because it was way cooler at the beach.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
As temperatures climb to dangerous levels, Camden County police are going door to door to make sure older residents have what they need to stay safe.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed by Wilmington Police last month is calling for body camera video of the incident to be made public.
Chopper 3 was over the fire, showing firefighters on the roof battling the blaze in the 1500 block of Clayton Road in Wilmington.
Communities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are planning fireworks and other celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday.
City council members in Wilmington, Delaware, want Kadir Skinner's family to be able to review bodycam footage within the next 72 hours.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Medical teams are taking extra precautions during the heat wave, with thousands of visitors still expected to arrive at the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
Hospitals in the Philadelphia region are gearing up for an expected increase in patients with heat-related illnesses.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
Jaylen Brown said he felt disrespected by the Celtics as he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers after a decade in Boston.
Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on Thursday.
The Sixers on Thursday agreed to a two-year contract with free agent guard Anfernee Simons, according to a report.
Sierra Kile will join Phillies legends Charlie Manuel and Jimmy Rollins on Thursday to raise awareness about heart disease.
Jaylen Brown, who was traded by the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, is comforting a young 6-year-old fan who was heartbroken by the news.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
It took hundreds of drones to create images showing 250 years of American history.
As the United States prepares to mark the nation's 250th anniversary, we're looking back at 1976.
With the worst of this extreme heat wave setting in, Philadelphia tied its record high on Thursday, July 2, and records were broken in Atlantic City and Wilmington. We'll be watching if we tie or break any more temperature records on Friday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Police say a man on an electric scooter ran a red light and crashed into a car at Aramingo Avenue and Margaret Street on Thursday night.
Bill Kelly says the high could reach 105 degrees Friday in Philadelphia. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.