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SEPTA retires its last diesel-only bus
SEPTA will launch a pilot program later this year to test hybrid bus technology. This is part of SEPTA’s initiative to fully transition it’s 1,400 bus fleet to more efficient hybrid vehicles.
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‘Happy retirement': SEPTA says farewell to its last diesel-only bus
SEPTA says farewell to its last diesel-only bus as the transit agency moves towards adding cleaner and more efficient hybrid vehicles.
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SEPTA unveils new signage to simplify navigating mass transit
Mass transit in Philadelphia could soon be easier for newcomers to navigate thanks to recently installed signage at Drexel Station at 30th Street. New signage will roll out throughout the city for the next 2 years.
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SEPTA debuts new signage
SEPTA is installing new signage at stations across the city a way to help make the system easier to navigate for passengers who might be new to using mass transit.
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At City Hall, SEPTA head details transit system's need for funding
In front of City Council on Wednesday, Leslie Richards, the CEO and general manager of SEPTA, discussed the need for funds amid a looming $240 million deficit.
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SEPTA leaders meet with Philadelphia City Councilmembers
All eyes were on SEPTA today as the transit agency made its case to Philadelphia City Council to approve $117 million in budget funding. Concerns over crime and clean stations as well as a proposed overhaul to the bus system dominated the conversation. NBC10’s Rosemary Connors reports.
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SEPTA reports 45% drop in ‘serious' crime compared to the same time last year
SEPTA is reporting a 45% decrease in serious crimes during the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
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SEPTA, DA Krasner and Attorney General continue battle in court for who controls safety on transit
Public safety and politics boiled over in a courtroom on Wednesday. The debate centered around who should handle crimes that happen on SEPTA. A law signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro designates a new special prosecutor, but District Attorney Larry Krasner says that takes power away from the voters who elected him to do the job. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk breaks down...
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SEPTA's Drexel Station at 30th Street opens in Philly
SEPTA, Drexel University, elected officials and others celebrated the completion of construction for the newly named Drexel Station at 30th Street with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
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New gates installed at SEPTA's 69th Street Transportation Center to deter fare evaders
SEPTA has installed new gates as part of a pilot program at its 69th Street Transportation Center. According to the transit company, it loses $30 to $40 million a year due to people who don’t pay. NBC10’s Rosemary Connors has more.
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SEPTA unveils new gates and 3-D technology in an effort to stop fare evaders
New gates at SEPTA are replacing the turnstiles that officials say attract fare evaders who squeeze through or jump over the barricades. The agency says it loses over $30 million every year because of people not paying to ride.
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Charges withdrawn against teen in deadly SEPTA station shooting
Charges have been withdrawn against a teenager who was arrested in connection to a deadly SEPTA station shooting after surveillance video cleared him of any wrongdoing, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office announced.
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Phillies home opener postponed for 2nd year in a row due to weather concerns
Phillies fans have to wait a little while longer to officially kick off the baseball season. The team has announced the game scheduled for Thursday has been postponed to Friday because of the rain. The opener is now slated to begin at 3:05 on Friday. NBC10’s Fred Shropshire has the details on what fans can expect from the change.
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Extra SEPTA service, free rides for Philadelphia Phillies Opening Day game
SEPTA is offering additional trains along the Broad Street Line for fans to get to Friday’s Opening Day game for the Philadelphia Phillies.
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Phillies fans get pumped up as opening day nears
It’s almost opening day for the Phillies! NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle spoke to fans who are getting pumped at a pep rally in Center City.
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SEPTA Regional Rail back on track after days of long delays
Septa announced Tuesday morning that signal routes that ground the system nearly to a halt are now fixed after days of long delays for riders.
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Signal issues cause delays on SEPTA regional rail lines
Signal issues caused delays for SEPTA’s regional rail lines on Monday. NBC10’s Johnny Archer spoke with SEPTA riders who were impacted by the delays. The delays occurred the same day but were unrelated to a double shooting at a SEPTA station in Philadelphia’s Frankford neighborhood that left a man dead and another man injured.
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Signal issue leads to delays on SEPTA's regional rail lines, officials say
SEPTA regional rail customers are experiencing delays Monday night due to a signal issue at the Wayne Junction Station, officials said.
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Man dead, another hurt in shooting at SEPTA station, police say
A man was killed and another man was injured in a double shooting at a SEPTA station in Philadelphia’s Frankford neighborhood.
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Fifth suspect charged with attempted murder in SEPTA bus stop mass shooting
A fifth suspect is now in custody after police say he helped the four other suspects carry out the mass shooting that left eight students injured at a SEPTA bus stop on March 6. Police say phone records helped them identify and capture the 15-year-old suspect. He is facing attempted murder and other charges. NBC10’s Brian Sheehan has the update.