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CAP Construction Update: Fall 2026

Support Pier Construction This Fall for CAP Extension Over I-95 North, Columbus Boulevard. October 26, 2026 – Construction of a support pier for the extension of Interstate 95 over northbound I-95 and Columbus Boulevard (see below) continues this fall between I-95 and Columbus Boulevard at Penn’s Landing on the Philadelphia waterfront.

Philadelphia, PA · 11d
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NBC Philadelphia

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Philadelphia Indego bike stations get high-tech upgrade with smart kiosks

Philadelphia's Indego bike share stations got a high-tech upgrade, and you don't need to hop on a bike to take advantage of it. New interactive kiosks developed by IKE Smart City are already in place at Indego stations across Philadelphia, giving residents and visitors an easier way to navigate the city, discover local attractions and stay connected to their communities.

Philadelphia, PA · 9d
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Bridge Repair to Close I-95 South Ramp to I-76 West (Packer Avenue) at Front Street Oct. 30- Nov. 2 in South Philadelphia

I-95 South lane closure also planned next weekend near Oregon Avenue. October 26, 2026 – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that bridge repair will occur on the southbound Interstate 95 ramp to I-76 West (Packer Avenue) at Front Street in South Philadelphia. The work is part of a project to perform high-priority repairs on interstate bridges and ramps across the region to maintain the functionality, safety, and mobility of the structures along critical corridors.

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

6abc Action News

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SEPTA buys Canadian train cars to boost fleet

Now, the work is underway to overhaul them to help bolster the regional rail fleet amid shortages caused by inspections and repairs.

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

NorthEast Times

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O’Rourke Scales Back Transit Access Fund Bill, Says 14 Council Members Including Johnson Back It

At-Large Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke introduced a scaled back version of his Transit Access Fund bill at City Council’s Oct. 22 meeting, The Philadelphia Inquirer and City & State Pennsylvania reported. The fund would support the city’s Zero Fare program and SEPTA’s Key Advantage and Key Partner programs, according to City & State and PhillyVoice.

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

95revive.com

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Overhead Sign Installation, ITS Improvements Planned at Night October 27-29 on Interstate 95 North in Center City Philadelphia

October 26, 2026 – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that overhead sign installation and upgrades to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) equipment will restrict northbound I-95 at night in Center City Philadelphia. The work is part of the $329 million I-95 CAP project to replace and expand the covered area over the interstate between Chestnut and Walnut streets.

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

hoodline.com

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Chestnut Hill East Station Gets New High-Level Platforms After Nearly Two Years of Work

SEPTA says Chestnut Hill East Station in Philadelphia is getting rave reviews from riders and conductors over its new ADA-accessible, high-level platforms, the latest milestone in a station rebuild that has been underway since January 2025. The transit agency flagged the progress in a social media post Sunday, part of a broader overhaul that also includes new restrooms, lighting, signage and a sizable new stormwater system beneath the station's parking lots.

Philadelphia, PA · 12d

NBC Philadelphia

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I-76 eastbound sees significant traffic delays due to crash near Belmont Ave.

A crash at Belmont Avenue caused significant traffic delays along I-76 eastbound toward Center City Philadelphia on Monday morning for commuters. At around 5 a.m., a crash along I-76 eastbound near Belmont Avenue blocked the right lane and only the left lane of traffic was getting through. Officials did not...

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

CBS News

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Tractor-trailer overturns on Route 55 northbound, blocking all lanes

Willow Grove, PA · 10d

DELCO.Today

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Why Philadelphia Ranked as America’s Worst City to Drive in 2026

If your commute feels like a test of patience, you’re not alone. Philadelphia has been named the worst city in America to drive in, finishing dead last among the nation’s 100 largest cities, writes Tyler Thrasher for FOX 29. The ranking comes from personal finance website WalletHub, whose...

Philadelphia, PA · 22d

hallmonitor.org

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O’Rourke Continues Affordability Push; Jones Looks at PGW Shut-Offs

As part of his affordability agenda, Councilmember Nicholas O’Rourke introduced legislation to enable alterations to the Transit Access Fund (TAF), which was originally passed in April of 2025. The updated legislation authorizes the city Finance Director to create a fund to support SEPTA/s Key Advantage and Key partner programs, and requires an annual Transit Access Plan submitted along with the operating budget.

Philadelphia, PA · 12d

NorthEast Times

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SEPTA Ridership Hits Highest Level Since February 2020 as Bus Trips Climb 14%

SEPTA averaged more than 822,000 riders a day across all modes in September, its highest ridership since February 2020, the transit authority said on Oct. 22. Ridership was up 8% from September 2025, the seventh straight month of year over year gains, according to SEPTA and The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ridership...

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

NorthEast Times

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Roosevelt Boulevard Speed Cameras: The Law, the Locations, the Fines and Six Years of Results

Automated speed cameras have watched Roosevelt Boulevard since June 1, 2020, and the program they started is still growing. On Oct. 30, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., the Philadelphia Parking Authority is scheduled to begin issuing tickets on the final stretch of Route 13, a Pennsylvania state route separate from Roosevelt Boulevard (U.S. Route 1), in the latest expansion of a program that began on the Boulevard, after a 60-day warning period that began Aug. 31, the authority announced.

Philadelphia, PA · 14d

phillyvoice.com

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SEPTA ridership hits highest level since COVID-19 pandemic

SEPTA's average daily ridership has reached the highest recorded level since February 2020, the final month before the COVID-19 pandemic brought much of society to a halt. According to the transit authority, 822,753 people took some form of SEPTA transportation on an average weekday last month. That's an 8% increase compared to September 2025, and the seventh consecutive month of year-over-year ridership growth.

Philadelphia, PA · 14d

cityandstatepa.com

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Philadelphia City Council turns to transit access and affordability in the city

During a Philadelphia City Council session honoring Eagles announcer Merrill Reese on his 50th season in the booth and Community Legal Services on its 60th year, the city’s legislative body kept its focus on affordability. From transit funding and the city’s Homestead Exemption to food and nutrition for children,...

Philadelphia, PA · 15d

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Entry Ramp Closures Scheduled at Willow Grove Interchange

WILLOW GROVE, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (Commission) advises motorists looking to enter the PA Turnpike (Interstate 276) at Willow Grove Interchange (Exit 343) that the entry ramps will be closed from midnight until 5 a.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026. The closure is necessary to allow Commission...

Willow Grove, PA · 15d

phillyvoice.com

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SEPTA affordability programs would be permanent under proposed Philly law

Programs that make public transit more affordable to Philadelphia residents and workers could receive permanent support from the city under an updated proposal introduced Thursday in City Council. The legislation, initially proposed by Councilmember Nicolas O'Rourke (Working Families Party-At-Large) in April 2025, would set aside 0.5% of the city's General...

Philadelphia, PA · 15d

6abc Action News

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Crash involving SEPTA bus causing nearly 2 hours delay on Schuylkill Expressway EB in Philadelphia

Crash involving SEPTA bus causing early two hour delay on Schuylkill Expressway eastbound

Philadelphia, PA · 16d

CLASSIX 107.9

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SEPTA Restores Real-Time Bus and Train Tracking After Cybersecurity Shutdown

SEPTA Restores Real-Time Bus and Train Tracking After Cybersecurity Shutdown SEPTA riders experienced temporary disruptions to real-time bus and train tracking services after the transit agency took several digital tools offline as a precaution amid cybersecurity concerns. According to NBC10 Philadelphia, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority temporarily disabled tracking information and service alerts available through […]

Philadelphia, PA · 15d