SEPTA: Pickets No Longer Blocking Regional Rail Workers
Philadelphia's main transit agency says striking city transit workers are no longer preventing regional train crews from reporting to work.
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Philadelphia's main transit agency says striking city transit workers are no longer preventing regional train crews from reporting to work.
SEPTA is recommending passengers seek alternative modes of travel.
Rich discussed Donald Trump and Gov. Pence campaigning in Pennsylvania, the Septa Strike and the increase of the New Jersey gas tax. He also discussed the beginning of bridgegate deliberations, voter fraud bust in Delco and more. He spoke with Chris Farrell of Judicial Watch at 3:30pm and Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm.
Traffic was a nightmare around the city with the morning commute lasting until almost noon.
Hospitals in the city seem to be dealing well with the SEPTA strike.
Elected officials expressed frustration over their powerlessness to break the gridlock in contract talks.
Some are beginning to wonder could the strike affect Election Day in Philadelphia?
The transit agency and union workers were unable to reach a deal to avoid a SEPTA strike.
The campus of Community College of Philadelphia is normally bustling with students arriving from SEPTA's Broad Street Line.
"They should have taken care of this a long time ago."
While most SEPTA service is shutdown, there are still a few options for getting around town.
At midnight on Tuesday, Governor Tom Wolf issued a statement, reacting to the news that SEPTA union workers would be going on strike.
In the event of a SEPTA strike, Zipcar is stepping in with an offer for discounts.
The Philadelphia School District says schools will be open Tuesday, regardless of whether there is a SEPTA strike.
Workers are set to walk off the job after midnight if an agreement on a new contract isn't reached.
A strike would affect Philadelphia bus, trolley and subway lines.
It was not immediately clear when the trains may run again.
Chris reviewed the letter from the FBI to Congress altering them of the discovery of new emails related to Hillary Clinton and the Eagles loss to Dallas last night in overtime. He discussed the latest on the emails with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup at 7:00, Eric Trump about his trip to the Yuengling Factory at 7:35, Stephanie Stahl from CBS 3 at 8:20 about her investigation about a dangerous bacteria in our water, and Ike Reese from WIP about the Eagles loss in Dallas at 8:50.
Hilarity ensues.
SEPTA officials resumed negotiations with leaders of Transport Workers Union Local 234 on Sunday. The agency is hoping to avoid a strike, but the deadline is rapidly approaching.
Members of Transit Workers Union Local 234 have prepared picket signs for 5,700 workers.
Council passed a resolution urging both sides to resolve the contract quickly.
The contract between SEPTA and Transport Workers Union Local 234 expires midnight on Monday, Oct. 31.
He has until Wednesday at 5 p.m. to return the camera.
The Crum Creek Viaduct on SEPTA's Media/Elwyn line dates back to 1895.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be sunny, but another storm that could bring snow is on the way.
Leah Hawkins, a Philadelphia native now performing at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, returned to sing for the city where she grew up.
Tyrese Maxey scored 20 of his 35 points in the third quarter, Andre Drummond had 12 points and 10 rebounds, and the 76ers beat the Wizards, 121-102.
The Emmy-winning creator is working to eliminate financial barriers that keep some Philadelphia public schools from taking field trips.
The NFL announced the start time of the Philadelphia Eagles-Washington Commanders Week 16 game at FedEx Field Tuesday.
Philadelphia Police Officer Andy Chan, who was critically injured in a crash six years ago, has died, the Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police shared Tuesday.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be sunny, but another storm that could bring snow is on the way.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is requesting help from India in extraditing Nazeer Hameed, charged in the murder of Sasikala Narra and Anish.
Leah Hawkins, a Philadelphia native now performing at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, returned to sing for the city where she grew up.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
Leah Hawkins, a Philadelphia native now performing at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, returned to sing for the city where she grew up.
The Emmy-winning creator is working to eliminate financial barriers that keep some Philadelphia public schools from taking field trips.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
The driver responsible for the crash on Chester Pike in Prospect Park was cited for reckless driving, careless driving and an improper lane change.
Eastern University has agreed to buy part of Valley Forge Military Academy and College's campus in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is requesting help from India in extraditing Nazeer Hameed, charged in the murder of Sasikala Narra and Anish.
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 home of Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo was egged over the weekend following the team's loss to the Chicago Bears, police said.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to more snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
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.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to more snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
While Saturday will be quite chilly, it's the preferred day this weekend in Philadelphia if you want to do anything outside.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
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.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
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.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
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.
Nearly a million travelers are expected at Philadelphia International Airport over the Thanksgiving holiday.
The money is a massive safety and infrastructure boost for the transit authority after months of warnings about aging trains and trolleys.
Tyrese Maxey scored 20 of his 35 points in the third quarter, Andre Drummond had 12 points and 10 rebounds, and the 76ers beat the Wizards, 121-102.
The NFL announced the start time of the Philadelphia Eagles-Washington Commanders Week 16 game at FedEx Field Tuesday.
Philadelphia Flyers forward Tyson Foerster will be out for two to three months with an upper-body injury, general manager Danny Briere said Tuesday.
The Pittsburgh Steelers made multiple roster moves on Tuesday.
Pittsburgh star Sidney Crosby scored his 58th and 59th career goals against the Flyers, and his continued excellence in the cross-state rivalry helped lead the Penguins to a 5-1 win.
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.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Wednesday. It will be sunny, but another storm that could bring snow is on the way.
Luqmaan Khan planned to attack the University of Delaware police department, according to federal prosecutors.
The Wanamaker Grand Court transformed into a concert hall Tuesday night as Opera Philadelphia presented its one-night-only "Home for the Holidays" performance, drawing hundreds to the historic Center City landmark.
Penn will take on Villanova in the men's championship game at the Big 5 Classic this year, while on the women's side, Villanova will play St. Joseph's for city bragging rights.
TWU Local 234 represents approximately 5,000 SEPTA employees, including bus, subway, and trolley operators and mechanics.