SEPTA Riders Fear Worst Facing Threat Of Strike
Sunday's vote by SEPTA workers authorizing a strike is a major reason for concern for the millions of riders who rely on the transit agency for their commute.
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Sunday's vote by SEPTA workers authorizing a strike is a major reason for concern for the millions of riders who rely on the transit agency for their commute.
The union representing SEPTA bus drivers, subway and trolley operators has voted to authorize a strike if a deal is not reached before its contract expires at the end of October.
The last time Transport workers walked was a six day strike in 2009.
A SEPTA Transit Police officer is in hot water after being charged with assault, burglary and theft.
Regular weekday schedules are back into effect for SEPTA's Regional Rail lines.
That also includes a parking garage. Knueppel said SEPTA will also work to improve bike parking options at train stops along the Schuylkill River Trail.
SEPTA held a luncheon Friday, inside Jefferson Station, for the largest group of retirees in the transit authority's history.
The deadly New Jersey Transit commuter train crash in Hoboken has rattled some Septa commuters in Philadelphia.
The transit agency will stage the "Women Building SEPTA" career fair.
No more searching for tokens or exact change.
Busch says SEPTA estimates it lost about $7 million in fare revenue.
Philadelphia's main transit agency plans to try urine-repelling paint to combat complaints of poor subway smells and cleanliness.
SEPTA has pulled 18 of its newly-repaired regional rail cars out of service because of friction between old and new parts.
SEPTA police are investigating a new rash of theft from vehicles.
Riders can only load the value of a weekly or monthly TransPass on their SEPTA Key cards but that could change by the end of the year.
Starting today, SEPTA is rolling out a different way to get around.
The transit agency says they hope to have enough cars to return to a normal weekday schedule on the Regional Rails by October 3rd.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority plans to launch the added service Sept. 6.
SEPTA officers and a passenger stepped in to save a rider who collapsed in Philadelphia.
With much of its regional rail fleet still sidelined, SEPTA is planning express bus service.
Investigators say the man sold them for scrap metal at a fraction of their value.
About a dozen safety officers were out handing out pamphlets to commuters as part of the monthly 'Safety Blitz.'
Several people were injured in a SEPTA bus accident that took place on Monday night in Philadelphia's Nicetown section.
Repairs are currently being made, and SEPTA expects to have the issue handled soon.
Starting this weekend, SEPTA will be closing its Center City trolley tunnel, at times, for maintenance and repairs.
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.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.