Speeding drivers on Broad St. will now be fined as warning period expires
Starting Friday, drivers going 11 mph or more over the posted 25 mph speed limit on Broad Street will receive fines ranging from $100 to $150.
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Starting Friday, drivers going 11 mph or more over the posted 25 mph speed limit on Broad Street will receive fines ranging from $100 to $150.
Two months after the city activated 31 speed cameras along Broad Street, the Philadelphia Parking Authority is about to start sending out fines to any drivers who violate the 25-mile-per-hour speed limit.
The reason the city put in the loading zones was to give residents and delivery vehicles a place to pull over and unload because it's now illegal to stop a car in a bike lane, even for just a minute but a court order last month prohibited the city from moving forward with the loading zones, which eliminated dozens of parking spots along Spruce and Pine streets.
The PPA says speed cameras along Broad Street are expected to go live in mid-September, with enforcement starting in November.
After the 60-day grace period, the Philadelphia Parking Authority states that drivers exceeding the speed limit by more than 11 mph could face a fine of up to $150. Enforcement is expected to begin in mid-November.
Philadelphia is telling residents and commuters to figure out their travel plans now with SEPTA cuts coming soon.
Since July 8, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has issued 59 citations on Spruce Street and 36 on Pine Street for cars blocking bike lanes.
It marks one year since Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, was killed by a drunk driver. She was riding her bike in the bike lane on Spruce Street. Since her death, there has been change and controversy surrounding bike lane safety in the city. Liz Crawford has been reporting on this for over a year. She has the latest.
Mayor Cherelle Parker is calling a tentative contract agreement with District Council 47 a fiscally responsible deal for the city. The union represents more than 6,000 city workers, including those at the Philadelphia Parking Authority and the Philadelphia Housing Authority. Union members still need to ratify the agreement.
It's getting even easier to report cars blocking crosswalks, loading zones and bike lanes in Philadelphia with a new tool from nonprofit Philly Bike Action.
It's getting even easier to report cars blocking crosswalks, loading zones and bike lanes with a new tool from Philly Bike Action.
Center City parking meter prices are increasing by $1 an hour. It will now cost $4 an hour in the busiest section of Center City.
It will now cost $4 an hour to park in a section of Center City from Arch to Locust streets between 4th and 20th streets, and $3.50 from Bainbridge up to Spring Garden Street.
As part of the "Get Out the Bike Lane" bill, Philadelphia increased fines for violations like parking, stopping and standing in a bike lane while turning no parking zones into "no stopping zones."
The Philadelphia Parking Authority will start fining people who park illegally in bus stops and no stopping lanes this week.
An enforcement initiative using AI-powered cameras will help SEPTA and the PPA crack down on illegally parked cars in Philadelphia.
SEPTA, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and the city's Office of Transportation, Infrastructure and Systems are launching a new enforcement initiative using camera technology to crack down on illegally parked vehicles that block bus and trolley routes.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found a problem with courtesy towing — some people go weeks without knowing what happened to their car.
Some people go weeks without knowing what happened to their cars when they've been courtesy towed in Philadelphia. Investigative reporter Liz Crawford has the story.
The PPA's "Smart Loading Zone" initiative will add cameras to 22 loading zones near the intersections of Chestnut, Sansom and Walnut Streets between 12th and 20th streets. Howard Monroe reports.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority on Wednesday announced its new Smart Loading Zone initiative to keep the city streets clear from delivery drivers and to get traffic moving in the Center City District.
Starting April 1, only registered drivers and fleets will be allowed to use 22 "smart loading zones" around Center City. If unregistered drivers use the zone longer than 3 minutes they can expect a $51 fine.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority said the new artificial intelligence camera system will begin in May.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority will have even more eyes on the streets in Center City in the spring. They plan to start using artificial intelligence cameras to catch drivers parking illegally in bus lanes to issue parking tickets.
A Philadelphia woman says her car was ticketed and towed for blocking a bike lane that didn't exist. After months of trying to fight the ticket herself, it was finally dismissed.
Temperatures fall into the 20s across the region, with a sunny start to Sunday before clouds return.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms.
One man was killed and another was injured in a shooting West Philadelphia shooting, police said.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
These are the countries competing in five group stage games that will be played in Philadelphia in the 2026 World Cup.
Temperatures fall into the 20s across the region, with a sunny start to Sunday before clouds return.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
These are the countries competing in five group stage games that will be played in Philadelphia in the 2026 World Cup.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms.
One man was killed and another was injured in a shooting West Philadelphia shooting, police said.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
A man was stabbed multiple times in the neck on a Market-Frankford Line train in Center City, SEPTA police said.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Saturday.
The iconic Peanut World and three other other businesses along the Atlantic City Boardwalk were damaged in a fire Friday afternoon.
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Lumberton Township, New Jersey, Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges Thursday, officials said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Thanks to Shriners Children's Philadelphia, 11-year-old Desa Kaiser has an adaptive wheelchair that she can use for dancing.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Saturday.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
Road and sidewalk closures are coming to Logan Circle in Philadelphia so crews can make improvements.
A new traffic pattern will be in place around the Philadelphia Sports Complex on Black Friday after the Eagles-Bears game.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
These are the countries competing in five group stage games that will be played in Philadelphia in the 2026 World Cup.
Quentin Grimes scored 22 points to lead a productive performance from the 76ers bench in 116-101 victory over Milwaukee.
Matt Campbell was hired as Penn State's coach, ending a two-month search by the Nittany Lions to find James Franklin's successor.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
FIFA has announced the matchups for the 2026 World Cup games, including the five group matches that will be played in Philadelphia next summer. Nikki DeMentri reports.
A cold front moves through Sunday night and opens the door to a sharp blast of Arctic air. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
A man was killed and another was injured in a shooting Saturday night in West Philadelphia, police said.
SEPTA has urged riders to prepare for alternate transportation options as a potential strike looms. Eva Andersen reports.
The Super Bowl LIX championship ring once owned by Laekin Vakalahi is now up for auction and could be yours – if you're willing to bid over $40,000.