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Parts of the Francis Scott Key Bridge remain after a container ship collided with a support Tuesday, March 26, 2024 in Baltimore. The major bridge in Baltimore snapped and collapsed after a container ship rammed into it early Tuesday, and several vehicles fell into the river below. Rescuers were searching for multiple people in the water.
Urban Planning

After Baltimore bridge collapse, Philly officials say they’re confident in the city’s collision protection

The Commodore Barry and Betsy Ross bridges are built similarly to the Francis Scott Key Bridge that failed, but they have major concrete structures that protect the piers.

9 months ago

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A boat moves past a container ship as it rests against wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, as seen from Pasadena, Md
Community

‘Heroes’ scrambled to stop traffic before Baltimore bridge collapsed; construction crew feared dead

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott called the incident “an unthinkable tragedy.”

9 months ago

A fire broke out in Royersford, Pa.
Community
6abc

Firefighters battling 3-alarm blaze in Royersford, Pa.

Officials say the flames have spread to multiple homes.

9 months ago

A conceptual plan created by Philly OTIS and the Philadelphia Parking Authority shows a proposal to build a semi-permanent intercity bus terminal on a Spring Garden Street parking lot.
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Philly floats plans for another intercity bus terminal

The latest move would have Greyhound and other bus companies pick up passengers at a parking lot across the street from the existing stop.

9 months ago

Bob Hurka points towards the Brandywine RIver
Community

‘Who owns the river?’: Wilmington residents call for historic dam protection while environmentalists work to protect fish species

Residents of a gated community in Delaware say they’re worried they could lose their beloved waterfall, and a piece of history, if a dam is removed to protect fish species.

10 months ago

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President Biden talks with supporters during a campaign event in Saginaw, Mich., on March 14.
NPR
Politics & Policy

Biden opposes Nippon Steel takeover of U.S. Steel. It’s an issue in some swing states

Former President Donald Trump has already said he would block the deal between U.S. Steel and its Japanese rival. Now President Biden is speaking out about it, too.

10 months ago

A utility crew member works the lines against a cotton candy sky
Community

New Jersey winter termination program ends for the season Friday

A seasonal program that prevents utility shutoffs in New Jersey ends on Friday.

10 months ago

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A playground visible among several tall trees
Urban Planning

Cheltenham Twp. introduces compromise proposal to address aging libraries, pools and community centers

How the township decides to renovate or consolidate its aging facilities has become a growing point of contention.

10 months ago

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From bike gear, jerseys to bike trails - lots to talk about ahead of the expo on March 16 and 17.
Photo: Bina Bilenky
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Bike Trends and Trails, Secretary of Transportation Buttigieg, Beer and Cheese – What a Pairing

With warm weather coming, it's time to dust off your bike and pump up those tires. We're talking about the joys of biking and the best places to do it in our region.

Air Date: March 12, 2024 12:00 pm

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A building with a sign that reads PECO
Money

‘Fix the mix’: Climate activists want PECO to buy more renewable energy

Climate activists want PECO to add more renewables to its energy sources and say solar and wind energy are cheap enough to make them viable for ratepayers and the environment.

10 months ago

The Samuel S. Baxter Water Treatment Plant on State Road in Philadelphia, Pa.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly plans to revamp its drinking water system. The Water Department wants to hear your thoughts

PWD customers will foot the bill for a massive infrastructure improvement plan. You can learn more about it at a series of upcoming meetings.

10 months ago

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People on the boardwalk at the Jersey Shore
Urban Planning

New Jersey beefs up its iconic Jersey Shore boardwalks with $100M in repair or rebuilding funds

New Jersey on Friday chose 18 Jersey Shore towns to share $100 million from a new program to fund repairs, reconstruction or expansions of boardwalks.

10 months ago

Researchers test water samples in a lab
Politics & Policy

To comply with new PFAS regulations, Gov. Josh Shapiro seeks more funds for drinking water testing

The Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection is asking for funding from the state’s next fiscal budget for new water testing equipment.

10 months ago

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Road sign saying the ramp is closed
Urban Planning
6abc

Prepare for another I-95 closure as PennDOT continues work on Penn’s Landing CAP project

All lanes of I-95 South will be closed from Exit 22 to Exit 20, starting at 5 p.m. Saturday until 5 a.m. Monday.

10 months ago

Clockwise from left: Pedestrians cross 10th Street in the Chinatown neighborhood of Philadelphia on July 22, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke), Philadelphia 76ers mascot Franklin in 2023 (AP Photo/Chris Szagola), 9th and Market Streets (Philadelphia Fashion District), Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, left, and Boston Celtics' Robert Williams III. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Studio 2

Debating the 76ers Arena Proposal

The $1.3 billion plan for a new Sixers arena has been embraced by some, but met with a ton of opposition from residents of Chinatown and surrounding neighborhoods downtown.

Air Date: February 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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