Outpouring of support for girl beaten in SEPTA attack, over $700,000 raised via GoFundMe to stop Asian hate
The 18-year-old, who was trying to stop others from being bullied, has been released from the hospital.
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Healed neighborhoods, better transit, more internet, fewer potholes: What the Infrastructure Act could mean for Philly
The funds aren’t directly allocated to cities, but Philadelphia could see significant impact from the legislation.
A history of strikes at SEPTA, called the nation’s most strike-prone transit agency
Union leadership and transit officials have announced a settlement.
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SEPTA wants a better Regional Rail, so it’s asking for rider feedback on what’s important
Lower fares? More frequent service? Easier connections? Fill out the survey.
Token jewelry, mini trolleys, cozy sweats: Best merch at the SEPTA store, now open for the first time since March 2020
Heads up, transit fans: online shopping is coming next year.
SEPTA is testing out a new name for its rail network: the Metro
The potential rebrand is part of a $40 million effort to make the public transit system easier for new riders.
Philadelphia: Still no vaccine requirements for city workers, same with SEPTA and school district
The Kenney administration continues to avoid a mandate.
Scooter share legalized for Pittsburgh only, still banned in Philadelphia
A pilot program for the Western Pa. city was tucked into the budget bill.
Neighbors avoid Olney transit hub after mass shooting: ‘I wouldn’t catch it there’
“We’re just trying to make it out of our own neighborhood,” said one North Philly resident.
Getting around on SEPTA is a ‘nightmare,’ so she’s crowdfunding a wheelchair van
Heather Kerstetter is tired of showing up late. The transit authority says upgrades to CCT are coming.
More people fell on SEPTA tracks in 2020 than past five years, despite massive ridership drop
The grand majority of falls happen on the Market-Frankford Line.
Tina Fey’s ‘I’m a SEPTA b*tch’ wouldn’t be a bad slogan, says transit agency GM
Before her recent car purchase, the Philly-area native comedian was a public transportation diehard, she told Jimmy Fallon.
Election Day off work? Not at most big Philly companies
Some employers are closing early, offering extra PTO hours, or banning meetings on Nov. 3.
Open to the air and socially distant, e-scooters are trending — but they’re still illegal in PA
Detractors include the insurance industry, SEPTA and the Kenney administration.
With fancy entrances and glass skylights, SEPTA’s 5th Street Station is finally open
Planning and renovation on the Historic District El stop took the better part of four years.
This SEPTA bus route is a lifeline for Northeast Philly — and ridership dropped almost 40%
Snaking from Bucks to the top of the El, the 24 connects shops, offices, residences and nursing homes.
‘Would you like a mask?’ SEPTA’s social distancing coaches are getting a pretty good response
Not everyone complies, but many riders are grateful.
SEPTA trains and buses have great airflow — which means less coronavirus risk for riders
Along with mask-wearing, health officials say ventilation is key to avoiding infection.
Mask vending machines launch in Suburban Station, with more PPE dispensers coming soon
You can get hand sanitizer and wipes too, and all cost $3 apiece.
Are SEPTA riders wearing face masks? We rode bus, trolley and subway to find out
Face coverings are now required, but police will not enforce the rule.