SEPTA getting $153 million after PennDOT "flexes" federal highway money
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
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SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
AAA is projecting that nearly 975,000 Philadelphia area residents will travel this holiday season, which is up over 2% from 2023. PHL officials have tips on how you can travel smart ahead of the busy Thanksgiving holiday rush.
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced Friday that Pennsylvania is redirecting or "flexing" $153 million in federal highway money to SEPTA, enough to cover its deficit.
A PennDOT spokesperson said the agency had been preparing for these weather conditions well before the season started.
The Eagles will be without DeVonta Smith on Sunday in Los Angeles because of a hamstring injury.
Miles Pfeffer, the suspect accused of killing Temple police Sgt. Chris Fitzgerald, was stabbed in a Philadelphia prison.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
Sen. Bob Casey has conceded to Republican Dave McCormick in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania.
Host Ashley Harder takes a ride on the Stourbridge Line and visits Honesdale, Pennsylvania, tucked away within the Pocono Mountains and offering new tastes and experiences all year round.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Two people were injured in a hit-and-run near City Hall in Philadelphia Thursday night, police say. The driver was arrested.
It was an incredible day filled with hope as families, volunteers and sponsors joined us to raise money for our 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon.
A person was shot in a restaurant parking lot on City Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Thursday night, emergency officials said.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey, a Democrat, released a statement conceding the race to represent Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate to Republican challenger Dave McCormick.
Aqua Pennsylvania insists the water is safe to drink in Abington despite reports of a strange taste and smell. People said they noticed a stronger chlorine smell over the last few days. CBS News Philadelphia checked with Aqua Pennsylvania and the water company traced the issue back to its Neshaminy plant.
SEPTA Chief Operating Officer Scott Sauer says the move will get the agency back to baseline after it has bypassed a previously planned hike.
A TKTS booth selling same-day discount theater tickets has opened in Philadelphia.
Al-Ashraf Khalil and Isaam Jaghama were convicted of setting fire to a Philadelphia pizza shop in 2022, leading to the death of fire Lt. Sean Williamson.
Pennsylvania State Police say they've identified remains found 51 years ago as a missing 14-year-old girl from York.
From all this rain to snow, some parts of the region are bracing for a taste of winter. Ryan Hughes is at the salt yard in Allentown where crews have been preparing for whatever materializes the last couple days.
A Castor Gardens Middle School staff member is recounting the terrifying knife attack that unfolded inside her school on Tuesday.
The Poconos could get up to 8 inches of snow Thursday into Friday, and Philadelphia could see some flurries and rainy mix, along with cold temps.
A jury has awarded $11 million to a Philadelphia man whose holstered Sig Sauer pistol went off while he was going down the stairs.
If it were up to Darius Slay, "elite" Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell would win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Meet Marlene Graub and Sharon McCabe, two volunteers who make up the core of the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House.
Perry Shall has been collecting graphic shirts for over 30 years with the hope of opening a museum one day.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Bryce Wolfe, a Temple University student, was killed in a hit-and-run crash over a week ago, and the driver responsible is still at large.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
Philadelphia police say a man whose car was struck by fireworks opened fire, hitting three people.
A dangerous heat wave arrives in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs this week, where each day temps could surpass 100 degrees.
Perry Shall has been collecting graphic shirts for over 30 years with the hope of opening a museum one day.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Bryce Wolfe, a Temple University student, was killed in a hit-and-run crash over a week ago, and the driver responsible is still at large.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
Perry Shall has been collecting graphic shirts for over 30 years with the hope of opening a museum one day.
Bryce Wolfe, a Temple University student, was killed in a hit-and-run crash over a week ago, and the driver responsible is still at large.
Philadelphia police say a man whose car was struck by fireworks opened fire, hitting three people.
High temperatures Tuesday will reach a more manageable 92 degrees, but Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday are the dangerously hot days.
The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.
A car went up in flames after crashing into a building along NJ 47/Delsea Drive in Vineland, New Jersey, around 1 a.m. Monday.
Aiden Logrande, 19, was arrested in connection with two vehicle arsons and multiple acts of criminal mischief in Washington Township, police said.
Police said a girl was shot and two boys were hit by a car after shots were fired outside a graduation party in Deerfield Township, Cumberland County.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Philadelphia will declare a heat health emergency when the heat index reaches 100, which is expected on Wednesday.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
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.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
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.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in the ninth for an 11-7 win over the Phillies on Monday night.
Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far.
Philadelphia Eagles fans will be able to purchase single-game tickets for home games Tuesday morning.
A 12-foot bronze statue honoring "Smokin'" Joe Frazier now stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
The Phillies have three finalists for a starting job on the National League team: Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Bryson Stott.
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.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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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.
The best-selling book and beloved movie "The Notebook" is coming to the stage at the Academy of Music. Stars Chloë Cheers and Kyle Mangold joined CBS News Philadelphia's Janelle Burrell to talk about the production and how it can resonate with audiences.
Members of Unite Here Local 274 rallied in Philadelphia and marched to one Center City hotel that does not have a contract, the Hilton Garden Inn near the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
A potentially record-breaking heat wave is set to begin Tuesday in Philadelphia, and by the end of the week, high temperatures will soar into the triple digits. With feels-like temperatures closer to 105-110 degrees, organizers for the city's America 250 celebrations and FIFA Fan Festival are making changes to their plans.
Temperatures aren't too bad on Tuesday, but highs will get into the 90s before we have dangerous heat indices feeling like 105 or higher later this week. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has a rich railroading history, including the Reading Railroad — one of the most important railroads in the country. Photojournalist Bill Seiders has more on the role railroads played in building our nation.