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Philly considers new tax on Uber Eats robots and Waymo driverless taxis

Uber Eats robots and Waymo driverless taxis would face a new tax under a proposal introduced Thursday in City Council. The fee would apply to companies that own, operate and sell services that are done by devices instead of human workers — from sidewalk robots making food deliveries to automated vehicles dropping off freight.

Philadelphia, PA · 8d
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Lane closures expected in downtown Camden as crews restore historic Clock Tower

Drivers traveling through downtown Camden can expect temporary lane closures over the next two to three weeks as crews work to restore the city's historic Clock Tower. According to the City of Camden, crews are pressure washing, making repairs and preparing to paint the Clock Tower ahead of the opening of the new Hagler Hotel.

Camden, NJ · 11d
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Commissioners joined NJ TRANSIT, SCUCS, and Gloucester County announced free regional microtransit service for seniors and people with disabilities

The Camden County Board of Commissioners, in partnership with NJ TRANSIT, Senior Citizens United Community Services (SCUCS) and Gloucester County, introduced a free transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities in Camden and Gloucester counties. The CG Hopper, an on-demand shared-ride service operated by Via, will provide convenient, accessible...

Camden, NJ · 9d
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VIDEO | Proposed Claymont-to-Philadelphia connection nearly ready to go

A new transportation link between New Castle County and Philadelphia is just about ready to start rolling out of the three-year-old Harris B. McDowell III Transportation Center in Claymont. (appearing in the video: Claymont-PHL Connector Founder Tony Benson; New Castle County Councilman John Cartier; New Castle County Chamber of Commerce...

New Castle County, DE · 11d
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Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Takes Next Step

“With federal funding stalled, the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority will use state grants to move forward the effort to restore rail service from Reading to Philadelphia. The project — which has brought together officials from Berks, Montgomery and Chester counties — began in 2022 with the formation of the...

Reading, PA · 10d

6abc Action News

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Roosevelt Boulevard NB reopens after separate crashes shut roadway for several hours

Police are investigating two separate crashes on Wednesday on the Roosevelt Boulevard in North Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, PA · 10d

Pennsylvania Jobs Desk

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Philadelphia transportation jobs: grocery delivery, CDL yard driving, intermodal hauling and part-time vehicle transport

Philadelphia’s transportation listings range from app-based grocery delivery to CDL work in yards, intermodal freight, and vehicle transport. Spark Driver is the only independent contractor role in the group, while Lazer Logistics and J&R Schugel are both full-time driving jobs with very different routes: one stays in a yard and the other is over-the-road. ContainerPort Group focuses on owner-operators moving intermodal freight, and Penske’s part-time Hiker role centers on moving vehicles and trucks for the company and its customers.

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

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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 · 12d

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 · 10d

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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 · 11d

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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

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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 · 13d

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 · 12d

CBS News

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

Willow Grove, PA · 11d

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 · 23d

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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 · 13d

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 · 12d