SEPTA working to refund some riders who were overcharged
SEPTA apologized and said any rider who was charged $2.90 instead of $2.50 will receive a refund of 40 cents as soon as possible.
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SEPTA apologized and said any rider who was charged $2.90 instead of $2.50 will receive a refund of 40 cents as soon as possible.
Kenyatta, who represents part of Philadelphia, criticized Republican leaders for what he described as efforts to divide rural and urban communities in the debate over public transit.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
A judge recently ruled the transit agency cannot move forward with fare hikes and additional service cuts that were set to go into effect after Labor Day. But some riders have already been overcharged at the new rate. It's not clear when or how those customers will be refunded. Jan Carabeo has the morning headlines, and meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for Sunday, August 31, 2025.
There’s new information from SEPTA following a court ruling that brings some major cuts to a screeching halt, at least for now. Now, SEPTA is saying some riders have already been overcharged and they're telling others to not buy weekly and monthly passes. Ray Strickland reports the latest details.
State Representative Malcolm Kenyatta is trying an interesting way to bring attention to the need for long-term funding for SEPTA. He is walking to the state capitol in Harrisburg. Kenyatta's walk will be 105 miles long and take five days to complete. Kenyatta is expected to make stops in West Chester and Lancaster for rallies and arrive in Harrisburg on Tuesday.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail service cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week. READ MORE: https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/septa-regional-rail-cuts-judge-injunction/
There's breaking news out of a City Hall courtroom. A judge has ruled SEPTA cannot go forward with their impending Regional Rail cuts. However, they do not have to undo service cuts already in place. Dan Snyder reports the latest.
Some SEPTA bus routes are being restored as the transit agency faces a budget deficit of more than $200 million.
A new plan from Philadelphia leaders will restore multiple SEPTA bus routes that students need to get to school, but leaders continue to call for state funding that would prevent further cuts from taking effect. Wakisha Bailey reports.
The city said the plan will restore several SEPTA bus routes through a portion of the $135 million transit subsidy in the city's 2026 budget. The service on the bus routes will be restored on Tuesday after Labor Day weekend.
SEPTA will restore some bus lines next week to help students get to and from school amid service cuts, the city of Philadelphia announced Thursday.
With more SEPTA service cuts slated for after Labor Day, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia says thousands of families will be impacted.
As riders deal with drastic reductions in SEPTA service across the Philadelphia area, Pennsylvania lawmakers say they continue to negotiate and are working to find a way to fill the transit system's more than $200 million budget deficit.
Folks who take SEPTA buses and the subway have said they have faced longer waits. Sometimes, the buses just pass them by. Another wave of cuts is coming just after the Labor Day holiday. Dan Snyder reports.
As riders continue to navigate SEPTA service cuts, another wave is coming to the Regional Rail next week. Here's what to know.
Riders at the Frankford Transportation Center are still navigating the new normal on SEPTA after the first round of service cuts was implemented this week. Jan Carabeo reports.
Philadelphia lawyer George Bochetto said SEPTA's service cuts disproportionately impact minorities and low-income riders.
SEPTA riders are struggling to adjust to the transit agency's drastic service cuts in the Philadelphia region amid a budget shortfall, but there's a push to restore the slashed rides.
On the third day of SEPTA's service cuts, riders continued navigating a changed system, with some facing challenges including crowded stations and longer wait times. Dan Snyder reports.
Three days after SEPTA implemented service cuts while facing a lack of state funding, riders are already struggling to get around, and fares are set to increase next week, Wakisha Bailey reports.
SEPTA's service cuts continued on Monday in the Philadelphia region, and riders have already started to feel the impacts.
Without critical funding from Harrisburg, SEPTA began service cuts on Sunday across the Philadelphia region. Now, riders are dealing with the fallout.
SEPTA officials said they believe riders planned ahead for these cuts. But they acknowledged it certainly wasn't a normal day for the system.
Major cuts to SEPTA service in the Philadelphia region began on Sunday. Here's how to navigate the cuts.
Friday night, the Xfinity Mobile Arena was packed for the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
The Villanova Wildcats were eliminated from the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament in their first appearance in four years.
Thousands of Pittsburgh-area elementary and middle school students got to witness a world premiere performance at Heinz Hall.
The Eagles are sending safety Sydney Brown to the Falcons in a trade including a draft pick swap.
After hitting delays because of snow and ice, crews are now working to rebuild a large portion of Ventnor, New Jersey's boardwalk.
Route 73 is back open in Marlton after a fatal crash closed the road for several hours Friday morning.
Rashiem Russell was arrested at a home in Darlington, South Carolina, Friday morning, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.
Friday night, the Xfinity Mobile Arena was packed for the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
The Villanova Wildcats were eliminated from the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament in their first appearance in four years.
Thousands of Pittsburgh-area elementary and middle school students got to witness a world premiere performance at Heinz Hall.
Friday night, the Xfinity Mobile Arena was packed for the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
The Villanova Wildcats were eliminated from the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament in their first appearance in four years.
All five students had their ankle bracelets removed on Friday and have been released from house arrest.
Rashiem Russell was arrested at a home in Darlington, South Carolina, Friday morning, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.
It's been 200 years, or over 10,000 Sunday services, since Monumental Baptist Church was founded.
After hitting delays because of snow and ice, crews are now working to rebuild a large portion of Ventnor, New Jersey's boardwalk.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill accused ICE of ignoring the concerns of Roxbury residents after it bought the vacant warehouse on Route 46.
Route 73 is back open in Marlton after a fatal crash closed the road for several hours Friday morning.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Police in South Jersey are looking for two people caught on camera stealing a high-performance Dodge Charger Daytona from a driveway in Washington Township.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
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.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
Route 73 is back open in Marlton after a fatal crash closed the road for several hours Friday morning.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
The Villanova Wildcats were eliminated from the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament in their first appearance in four years.
The Eagles are sending safety Sydney Brown to the Falcons in a trade including a draft pick swap.
Chrissy Palladino may have retired from Camden Catholic High School, but her handprints remain on the girls' basketball program.
The Phillies said that, despite the rebrand, the statue of legendary Harry Kalas will remain in its original location.
A late goal from the Los Angeles Kings' Artemi Panarin tied Thursday night's game vs. the Flyers, who emerged victorious in a shootout.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
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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.
U.S. Marshals say Rashiem Russell was arrested in South Carolina on Friday after he was caught on camera punching a security guard in Darby Borough, Pennsylvania. Police say Russell fled the state and was arrested at a family member's house in Darlington.
March Madness is in full swing, and while basketball is on the mind of the country, a retired longtime head coach in South Jersey still has a hand in the game.
The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General said it started when an Evesham Township police officer tried to pull over a driver on Route 73 near Greentree Road shortly after 4:30 a.m.
After hitting delays because of snow and ice, crews are now working around the clock rebuilding a large portion of Ventnor's boardwalk. CBS News Philadelphia's Ryan Hughes reports.
The ballpark eatery and bar named in honor of Philadelphia broadcasting legend Harry Kalas is getting a rebrand ahead of the Phillies' 2026 season.