Pennsylvania House committee votes down Republican bill for SEPTA funding
A Pennsylvania House committee voted down a bill the Republican-controlled Senate passed to infuse new funding into SEPTA.
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A Pennsylvania House committee voted down a bill the Republican-controlled Senate passed to infuse new funding into SEPTA.
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Thursday has potential for afternoon or evening storms and a low-end flooding risk around the Philadelphia region.
Aug. 25 marks the first day of class for students in the School District of Philadelphia, but the teachers' contract will expire just one week into the school year. Members of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers are calling for more competitive pay and changes to sick leave, among other demands, Wakisha Bailey reports.
SEPTA's "doomsday" scenario could start to become a reality Thursday if the transit authority does not receive the state dollars it needs to plug a hole in its operations budget. Republicans in the state senate wanted to pull that money from SEPTA's capital budget, used to repair aging infrastructure, but Democrats said that would be tantamount to defunding SEPTA. Brandon Goldner reports.
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After Democrats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives rejected the Senate's latest plan to fund SEPTA temporarily, major cuts are looming for the Philadelphia-based public transportation system.
The Historic Hotel Bethlehem is celebrating its fifth straight victory in USA TODAY’s 10Best contest for the Best Historic Hotel in the country. Hotel staff and guests cheered as the winning title was opened Wednesday afternoon. Congress Hall in Cape May, New Jersey, came in seventh place.
ChristianaCare just opened its first neighborhood hospital in West Grove, Chester County. It's at the site of the old Jennersville Hospital, which shut down in 2021. The smaller hospital has an emergency department that's open 24 hours a day, along with 10 inpatient beds. ChristianaCare plans to open similar hospitals in Aston and Springfield, Delaware County.
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A flood watch is in effect for most of the Philadelphia region through early Thursday morning as heat, humidity and storms make a comeback.
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is still looking for a new contract with the first day of school — Aug. 25 — less than two weeks out.
Three vehicles, including an ice cream truck, were involved in the crash in Juniata Park.
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Democrats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Rules Committee on Wednesday rejected the latest Senate plan to fund SEPTA, putting the lawmakers back at square one when it comes to funding the transit system.
Several people are sent to the hospital after a crash involving at least three vehicles, including an ice cream truck, in Philadelphia’s Juniata Park neighborhood. It happened on Whitaker Avenue, not far from Greenmount Cemetery.
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A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
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A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation Friday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A water pipe at a vacant property in South Philadelphia has been leaking for nearly a year, ruining a nearby business lot.
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A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
In a message to parents, the Jenkintown School District said it has suspended its varsity football season after one game.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey, and down the Jersey Shore, emergency officials in one town have issued a voluntary evacuation notice.
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation Friday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
Police are investigating after a person died during an encounter with law enforcement in Middle Township, New Jersey, officials say.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A cat named Bessie saved a Norristown, Pennsylvania, family from a 1934 house fire, and her heroic story now teaches children about fire safety.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
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Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
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LeBron James says his friendship with Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win an NBA title influenced his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.
In a message to parents, the Jenkintown School District said it has suspended its varsity football season after one game.
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Conditions are worsening Saturday morning in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as a nor'easter slams the East Coast. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has details, and reporter Chilekasi Adele is live in Atlantic City.
A nor'easter is slamming the Jersey Shore on Saturday, and its effects are being felt as far away as Philadelphia and beyond. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
A nor'easter is slamming the Jersey Shore, bringing rain, wind and coastal flooding. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast and details what to expect in the Philadelphia area and along the shore. Reporter Chilekasi Adele is in Atlantic City, where some streets are already flooded.
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Bill Kelly has the latest timing and more on this weekend's nor'easter bringing rain, powerful winds and more to the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.