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Could self-driving SEPTA buses be coming to Philly?
Now that Uber Eats delivery robots are crisscrossing Philly streets, could autonomous, self-driving SEPTA buses hit the pavement next?
It appears unlikely, given current bus technology, government regulations, union opposition and SEPTA planning — but state Rep. Ben Waxman isn’t taking any chances. His proposal to restrict autonomous transit vehicles is stirring debate over AI, cost-savings and jobs. Continue reading…
What is “Quizzo?” And where can you play in Philly?
Trivia and pub games are popular the world over, but the term ‘Quizzo’? It’s uniquely Philly. The story starts in Jersey and goes back over 30 years.
Quizzo has also been a Billy Penn staple for years, with a Quizzo question delivered to thousands of inboxes Monday through Friday as part of the Billy Penn newsletter.
Here’s a list of some of the places where you can play around the city. Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
$ = paywalled
• A new Trump-promoted Freedom Fuel station pops up in Philly. Another could be shut down. [Inq$]
• SEPTA’s 11th Street Station will close Sept. 5 to add elevators — the project could take more than a year. [WHYY]
• Philly’s poor air quality continues to be linked to higher asthma rates near industrial land, major roads. [PhillyVoice]
• COVID funding provided underfunded Philly-area schools with laptops. ‘RAMageddon’ might send them back in time. [WHYY]
• More than 80% of resident doctors in the Philadelphia region are now covered by union contracts. [WHYY]
• The Free Library of Philadelphia is expanding its Critical AI Literacy series with a hands-on workshop exploring the technology, disabling unwanted features, spotting scams and understanding AI’s impact on the city. [WHYY]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker joins the Eagles and participating HBCUs to announce One Philly HBCU Week 2026, which will preview upcoming programming and football matchups celebrating HBCU culture, tradition and excellence. (12:30 p.m.)
Highlights from Billy Penn’s City Guide
Philly’s CSA scene is blooming
Community-supported agriculture allow food-sharing between farms and members through subscriptions. Here are some in and around Philly.
Beyond the borders of Midtown Village: An afternoon out in the Gayborhood
A view of the neighborhood reveals a uniquely Philly character steeped in civic and community anchors.
ON THE CALENDAR
Science on Tap (Monday),
Jazz in FDR Park (Tuesday),
Market East Community Engagement Night (Wednesday)
AND MORE!
Send us events to add to the **FULL LIST** of this week’s events calendar at BillyPenn.com!
BILLY PENN GUIDES
🏙️ Billy Penn City Guide
✊🏾 Black history in Philly guide
✏️ Philly Quizzo guide
🍦 Vegan ice cream guide
🌽 CSA farmshare guide
🛝 Kid-friendly summer guide
☕ Philly coffee guide
🚶🏽♀️ Alt Philly history walking tours guide
🌱 Spring in Philly guide
🎭 Philly’s comedy scene
🎤 Philly Record Store Guide
🛍️ Thrifty in Philly guide
📚 Book lovers’ guide to Philly
🍹 Non-alcoholic Philly
😋 Dining in Philly
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
