Baby Left Behind After Apparent Scheme To Avoid Paying SEPTA Fare
SEPTA police have decided not to charge a mother and grandmother who left their baby behind while apparently scheming to avoid paying a fare on the Market-Frankford Line.
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SEPTA police have decided not to charge a mother and grandmother who left their baby behind while apparently scheming to avoid paying a fare on the Market-Frankford Line.
The union representing SEPTA's bus drivers, train operators, mechanics and support staff wants to start contract talks early with the transit agency.
A SEPTA trolley and a truck collided in an accident Friday afternoon in Delaware County.
SEPTA announced Thursday that shuttle bus service will replace rail service along the Manayunk/Norristown Regional Rail Line on Saturday and Sunday.
SEPTA says it's the last major US transit agency to use tokens. But, effective July 2014, tokens will be a thing of the past.
"Nobody wants to have to pay that, but the numbers are in line with inflation, (or) a little bit higher," said Matthew Mitchell, president of the Delaware Valley Association of Rail Passengers.
The cash fare for trips on city buses, subways and trolleys will go from $2 to $2.25 on July 1st of this year, then to $2.50 next year.
The transit agency that runs the high-speed train line between Camden and Philadelphia is getting ready to update its "Freedom" card, the cashless method for paying fares.
Philadelphia police say 42-year-old Rafiq Smith has a history of beating the rap.
On Thursday at the Market East station, the George Weldon Trio played jazz music for passersby.
Detectives at the special victims unit confirmed that they have arrested a man in his 40's in connection with an alleged rape and robbery that took place on the SEPTA concourse at 1500 Market Street.
Authorities say a pedestrian was killed Tuesday night after they were struck by an Amtrak train in Croydon, Pa.
SEPTA officials say, on average, 39 cell phones were lost or stolen each month last year throughout their system. So they kicked off an imitative Friday to remind riders about steps they can take to protect themselves.
Thirty-nine cell phones, on average, were lost or stolen each month last year throughout SEPTA's mass transit system according to SEPTA transit police.
A man fell onto the SEPTA tracks and was killed by an oncoming train on Wednesday, and police say the accident was caught on surveillance video.
Technical problems have cause SEPTA to suspend its "A" and "B" express trains on the Market-Frankford subway-elevated line during rush hour commutes this week.
Police in West Philadelphia are looking for a gunman who fired on a Septa Route G bus just before one o'clock this morning.
The signs will appear on the back of buses, in bus shelters and on the Market Frankford and Broad Street lines.
Philadelphia police have arrested two men in connection with last Thursday night's beating and robbery of a 53-year old cab driver.
The accident happened on the 4200 block of Marlowe Street around 4:30 p.m.
The Delaware Valley managed to escape the brunt of the recent storm, but the ripple effects are still being felt throughout the area.
PennDOT is out in full force, trying to stay ahead of the snow. In New Jersey, it's all hands on deck.
The victim was struck at approximately 6:15 p.m. by an outbound train at the North Hills Station.
A spokesman from SEPTA said that a male suspect who was being pursued by police apparently pulled out a knife and threatened then lunged at two SEPTA officers.
Officials are on the scene of an accident where a person was hit by a SEPTA regional rail line train.
Philadelphia police escorted the body of fallen Highway Patrol Officer Andy Chan to their headquarters.
Two people were flown to the hospital by medical helicopter Wednesday after a crash in Waterford Township, emergency officials said.
Hours after the business leaders and officials pushed to redevelop the old Wonderland Pier, the mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey, filed for bankruptcy.
Families can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a government program that helps cover winter energy bills.
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
Icona Resorts sought to build a luxury hotel at the Wonderland Pier site on the Ocean City boardwalk, but the plan was rejected.
Reading Terminal's newest "The Market Merch" shop highlights branded items and special releases created for the historic market.
Philadelphia police escorted the body of fallen Highway Patrol Officer Andy Chan to their headquarters.
Two people were flown to the hospital by medical helicopter Wednesday after a crash in Waterford Township, emergency officials said.
Hours after the business leaders and officials pushed to redevelop the old Wonderland Pier, the mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey, filed for bankruptcy.
Philadelphia police escorted the body of fallen Highway Patrol Officer Andy Chan to their headquarters.
Families can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a government program that helps cover winter energy bills.
Two people died in an apparent murder-suicide in Kensington, Philadelphia police say.
A New Jersey man faces up to three years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a woman on an airplane, prosecutors said.
Reading Terminal's newest "The Market Merch" shop highlights branded items and special releases created for the historic market.
Two people were flown to the hospital by medical helicopter Wednesday after a crash in Waterford Township, emergency officials said.
Hours after the business leaders and officials pushed to redevelop the old Wonderland Pier, the mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey, filed for bankruptcy.
Philadelphia Eagles OC Kevin Patullo addressed an egging incident at his New Jersey home for the first time on Wednesday.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge said the monkey, now named Forrest, was one of 21 monkeys being transported to a lab when the truck overturned on a Mississippi highway.
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.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
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.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
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.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
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 Sixers were fined again for violating injury reporting rules regarding 2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid.
Philadelphia Eagles OC Kevin Patullo addressed an egging incident at his New Jersey home for the first time on Wednesday.
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.
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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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.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van caused a traffic mess on I-295 north in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, on Wednesday.
Two suspects are wanted for allegedly shooting a man after trying to rob him of his coat in Mount Airy, according to Philadelphia police.
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday in 2026, mural artists in Philadelphia are hard at work commemorating the big event.
A merch shop has opened at Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market, offering unique gifts from tiny artwork to shirts and more, with proceeds benefiting the market's mission.
Families can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a government program that helps cover winter energy bills. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Madeleine Wright reports.