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SEPTA riders feel a ‘sense of loss’ as major cuts go into effect for Philadelphia’s transit system
As SEPTA cuts begin, Philadelphians are adjusting to slower commute times. “It is grief, in a sense,” one rider said.
5 hours ago
SEPTA cuts have begun. What do you need to know about the changes?
With bus and rail lines being eliminated and many more routes facing reduced service, how will Philly-area residents navigate the new schedules?
6 hours ago
Villanova University receives another false active shooter call, police say
The school told students and staff to shelter in place at around 11 a.m. Sunday. This is the second false active shooter call to Villanova this week.
8 hours ago
Richmond Library in Port Richmond reopens after monthslong closure
The library closed in December after a stalled roof replacement caused leaks and pieces of plaster ceiling to fall to the floor.
16 hours ago
Listen 1:13The family-run Audubon Water struggled with PFAS contamination and water main leaks.
17 hours ago
SEPTA cuts: Riders bid farewell to the No. 12 bus
From doubled commute times to the physical toll of more transfers, riders are already grappling with the looming consequences of SEPTA service cuts.
1 day ago
After Abrego Garcia left jail on Friday, the Department of Homeland Security notified his attorneys that he would be deported to Uganda.
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Judge blocks Trump from cutting funding from 34 cities and counties over ‘sanctuary’ policies
A judge has ruled the Trump administration cannot deny funding to Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, Denver and 30 other cities and counties.
1 day ago
Thanks to a “unique mix” of characteristics, Pennsylvania keeps running, even without a budget. But that isn’t necessarily a good thing.
2 days ago
West Philadelphia neighbors react to upcoming SEPTA service cuts
West Philly residents are voicing concerns about SEPTA’s proposed cuts, which would reshape how families, workers and community members move around the city.
2 days ago
Wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez fights for reduced 1-year sentence
Nadine Menendez is scheduled to be sentenced next month for her conviction on charges that she teamed up with her husband to accept bribes of cash, gold bars and a luxury car.
2 days ago
Central Bucks terminates special education director amid abuse allegations
The board said it is not yet prepared to act on termination proceedings for Superintendent Steven Yanni and another administrator.
2 days ago
Listen 0:47School District of Philadelphia delays vote on extending Keystone Opportunity Zone
Whitney Jones said he wanted assurance economic benefit would be for the city and the school district, “so we’re not continuously signing our kids up for the short change.”
2 days ago
Margate City firefighters rescue over 50 after Hurricane Erin tidal flooding
Rapid floodwaters swept into restaurants, cars and bars during dinner rush, fire crews responded amid downed power lines and gas leaks.
3 days ago
While beaches are a well-known summer draw to South Jersey, summer festivals give smaller communities a sense of pride and provide an economic boost.
3 days ago