Amtrak Plans To Spend $7.3 Billion To Replace Dozens Of Aging Passenger Trains
Much of the funding must still be approved by Congress.
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Much of the funding must still be approved by Congress.
A celebrated Philadelphia chef was left paralyzed from the accident and after years of depression and suicidal thoughts he has found a new mission.
Biden originally planned to ride the rails as a nod to the thousands of train commutes he made during his time as a U.S. senator.
He rode Amtrak so often he became known as "Amtrak Joe."
Amtrak unveiled a $72 million project adding an electrified third rail to the northeast corridor through Delaware.
Face coverings are required, and social distancing will be enforced on board.
Experts say positive train control could prevent crases like the May 2015 derailment in Port Richmond.
Eight people lost their lives and more than 200 people were injured.
The trains will only be booked at 50% capacity and will be sanitized regularly.
Beginning Monday, May 11, Amtrak says all customers in stations, on trains and thruway buses must wear facial coverings.
The driver apparently got stuck on the tracks and called police for help.
Amtrak served 800,000 more passengers this year than the previous fiscal year.
A new center platform was unveiled at the Paoli Station Northeast Parking Lot, located at 13 Lancaster Ave., at 10:30 a.m. on Monday.
A judge dismissed the charges on Tuesday.
The tragic accident happened around 4 p.m. Sunday near the Norwood-SEPTA station.
SEPTA Regional Rail, AMTRAK, PATCO and NJ Transit have announced modified services and cancellations.
SEPTA and Amtrak are modifying their schedules on Wednesday due to the winter storm hitting the region.
The flipping board will move to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Whether the move will be permanent remains to be seen.
Amtrak is on a normal schedule for Friday, but it's fine-tuning its schedule because of this weekend's winter storm.
The three-alarm fire at 1620 South 49th Street was reported at approximately 6:19 p.m. Sunday.
Amtrak says the new Passenger Information Display System will further modernize the station as it will replace the current Solari board.
An Amtrak engineer charged with manslaughter in a deadly high-speed derailment in Philadelphia won't go on trial until next year because of delays in getting evidence from federal investigators.
Firefighters were called to the Amtrak station at 200 East Front St. around 4:20 p.m. for reports of smoke showing from a train car.
Lawyers for Bostian said there are important details missing from the investigation that night because the NTSB has not released them.
Amtrak resumed service on modified schedules between Washington, D.C. and New York City, but warned travelers to expect significant residual delays
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Twice-weekly trash pickup starts on Dec. 2 for certain neighborhoods, but more parts of Philadelphia will get two days of trash pickup starting in the fall of 2025.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
Walnut Wonderland is serving up holiday cheer between buildings in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square.
Wednesday will be cloudy and mild again with highs in the low 60s but rain is expected later in the Philadelphia region.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Twice-weekly trash pickup starts on Dec. 2 for certain neighborhoods, but more parts of Philadelphia will get two days of trash pickup starting in the fall of 2025.
Delaware Rep.-elect Sarah McBride has become the target of South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace, who introduced a resolution to prevent trans women from using the women's restroom on Capitol Hill.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
Walnut Wonderland is serving up holiday cheer between buildings in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Twice-weekly trash pickup starts on Dec. 2 for certain neighborhoods, but more parts of Philadelphia will get two days of trash pickup starting in the fall of 2025.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service is coming to the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Delaware Rep.-elect Sarah McBride has become the target of South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace, who introduced a resolution to prevent trans women from using the women's restroom on Capitol Hill.
The New Jersey Department of Health says it found multiple violations at Medford Care Center. The owner disputes those allegations.
Denise Hall, 65, of Gloucester Township, will run her 100th half marathon this Saturday as part of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says a 40-acre wildfire in Hainesport, Burlington County, is 75% contained.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said a wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club is 75% contained as of Tuesday evening.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
Years after suffering a birth injury, Ryan Stehlik is playing lacrosse and wants to eventually become a physical therapist and help others.
This nonprofit, Climbing for Community, helps connect children in underserved communities with the benefits of rock climbing.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
Lower Merion Police have located the vehicle and driver wanted in a deadly hit-and-run of a woman in a wheelchair along City Avenue.
Philadelphia City Council continued to hear testimony on the controversial downtown 76ers arena on Tuesday.
The Philadelphia Phillies added three right-handed pitchers to the team's 40-man roster ahead of the deadline to protect them from the Rule 5 draft.
Two sports teams on Drexel University's campus have formed a unique bond: basketball and hockey.
The Sixers are off to a disastrous 2-11 start and reportedly held a team meeting after Monday night's loss to the Miami Heat.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service is coming to the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Expect some rain overnight Wednesday into Thursday before temperatures slide to the 40s and then closer to freezing heading into Friday. There's a chance we could see some snow flakes flying in Philadelphia on Friday, but don't expect any accumulation, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo reports.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
A winter wonderland has taken over Walnut Garden in Center City Philadelphia with Christmas lights, festive snacks and even a visit from Santa.
Rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean was among the Eagles players who took part in a turkey drive on Tuesday night in West Philadelphia.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be cloudy with a sprinkle early, and rain and wind arrive later in the night. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.