SEPTA Transit Officer Injured In Struggle
The incident happened at about 5:30 p.m. at 8th and Market Streets.
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The incident happened at about 5:30 p.m. at 8th and Market Streets.
Septa general manager Joe Casey says the transit agency need about $5 billion in repairs and upgrades.
Lance Henderson sued SEPTA saying his foot got stuck in a bus door and filed suit against Fresh Grocer claiming a piece of metal caused him to fall.
There will be a number of bus detours around the course, so getting there could also be a challenge for spectators.
According to the forecast, today's temperatures are going to make this the first official heat-wave of 2013.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority approved across-the-board fare hikes on Thursday.
SEPTA and Philadelphia police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident near SEPTA's outbound Philmont train station.
Thomas Nestel: "Our soon-to-be close friend, Benji Teague Jr is wanted for multiple phone snatches."
Transportation workers have the highest obesity rate, at more than 36 percent, followed by manufacturing and production workers at 30 percent.
At 8:30 a.m. Sunday an emergency drill will take place at the SEPTA Fairmount Station of the Broad Street Subway underground.
SEPTA says the changes are due to a grade crossing replacement project at Indian Queen Lane in Philadelphia.
SEPTA Safety Director Scott Sauer says another alert passenger hit the emergency call button less than 20-seconds after the child's fall.
Septa said it will not increase paratransit fares, and is slightly scaling back the increases on weekly and monthly passes.
The continuing roadwork on I-95 south in Northeast Philadelphia is a massive headache to motorists, and that has many looking for alternatives.
A mother jumps down to rescue her baby after the child's stroller falls onto train tracks Wednesday afternoon.
The incident happened at about 6:20 p.m. at 11th and Nedro Streets.
The incident happened at about 10:55 p.m. along the Media/Elwyn Line near the Wallingford Station.
Detours are expected to begin at 8 a.m. Sunday, and riders should allow additional time in case of delays.
Chris reviews the continuing lack of media coverage of the Kermit Gosnell trial, the White House Correspondent's Dinner, and a new study show SEPTA may need $4 billion. He talks to Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel, Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup, Nancy O'Dell from Entertainment tonight and Vali Nasr about his new book, The Dispensable Nation.
Even as SEPTA moves toward a new system-wide fare hike, a report being released today finds that the transit agency's capital needs are woefully underfunded.
SEPTA fare evaders, usually young men and women, are being put on notice; if they jump a turnstile to avoid paying the fair, SEPTA is watching.
The TWU sought the meeting after cataloguing what the union describes as a "spike" in assaults in 2011 and 2012.
The Philadelphia District Attorney's office charged 10 people with faking injuries on a SEPTA bus.
SEPTA's fare increases are set to go into effect later this year, and the transit agency is holding several public hearings on the changes this week.
An unidentified number of passengers were forced to exit a SEPTA train after the train somehow pulled down some overhead wires Tuesday morning.
Passing showers and storms will move through the Philadelphia region Wednesday.
A 17-year-old boy was injured in an apparent accidental shooting in South Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
A bear was spotted in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, on Tuesday, police said.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
Principals from six Philly schools say the tax would help close the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
Passing showers and storms will move through the Philadelphia region Wednesday.
A 17-year-old boy was injured in an apparent accidental shooting in South Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
Cheltenham has canceled the 2026 football season for the high school's varsity and junior varsity programs, months after the 2025 season ended early amid a hazing investigation.
A bear was spotted in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, on Tuesday, police said.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
A 17-year-old boy was injured in an apparent accidental shooting in South Philadelphia Tuesday night, police said.
A bear was spotted in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, on Tuesday, police said.
Principals from six Philly schools say the tax would help close the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
Three men were exonerated after spending decades in prison for the death of Essie Thomas in Philadelphia, officials say.
Cheltenham has canceled the 2026 football season for the high school's varsity and junior varsity programs, months after the 2025 season ended early amid a hazing investigation.
Protesters came face-to-face with ICE agents Tuesday outside Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
Gunnar Pearson, 28, was killed when a boat struck a day marker in Barnegat Bay Monday evening, New Jersey State Police said.
Protests escalated outside Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, after DHS denied Gov. Sherrill's request to enter the facility.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
Cheltenham has canceled the 2026 football season for the high school's varsity and junior varsity programs, months after the 2025 season ended early amid a hazing investigation.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 21st home run to send Jesús Luzardo and the Philadelphia Phillies to a win against the San Diego Padres.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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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.
Tim and Tolly Sherry have been married more than 30 years, dancing together for decades. Now they're performing together on Instagram and TikTok on their account @TimTokSherry with videos generating millions of views. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Philadelphia is a foodie city with plenty to be proud of — including family businesses like Dietz & Watson, which makes hot dogs, hams and sausages in the Northeast after starting in Old City in 1939. Nikki DeMentri reports.
Police were on the scene of a crash at Cottman Avenue and Large Street in Northeast Philadelphia on Wednesday morning. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
The nation's birthday is top of mind for leaders in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, who detailed all the big events happening this year. Valley Forge alone could get 2 million visitors this year.
Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on the 1100 block of 9th Street in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday night.