Overturned Tractor-Trailer Carrying Pineapples Closes Multiple Lanes On Ben Franklin Bridge
The accident happened in the left lane on the Philadelphia side as you come off the bridge westbound.
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The accident happened in the left lane on the Philadelphia side as you come off the bridge westbound.
The Delaware River Port Authority announced Friday that the Ben Franklin Bridge South Walkway will be closed temporarily for major construction.
Motorists who use the Ben Franklin Bridge will need to find an alternate route.
Delaware River Port Authority CEO John Hanson says the last time the Ben Franklin Bridge was repaved was in 2004.
During the month of March, the Ben Franklin Bridge will glow in various colors to shine a spotlight on different causes.
It's something that Old City residents have wanted for years.
The Ben Franklin Bridge will light up in blue to honor the lives of the officers shot and killed in Baton Rouge.
Starting Wednesday night, the Ben Franklin Bridge will be blue to honor the five fallen Dallas police officers.
An overturned tractor trailer caused delays on Thursday afternoon for commuters on the Ben Franklin Bridge.
The Delaware River Port Authority has announced that the bridge will light up purple in memory of Prince.
There is no word on injuries.
Delaware River Port Authority officials say a nearly two-year track rehabilitation project on the Ben Franklin Bridge has mostly been completed.
Those reports were vehemently denied by the Secret Service then, at least on the Philadelphia side of things. But it now appears there WILL be screening on the New Jersey side of the river.
Major roads approaching the Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed that weekend, like the Admiral Wilson Boulevard West at Baird Boulevard and 676 North at Morgan Boulevard.
Sources had told several news organizations, including KYW Newsradio, that screening had been discussed in recent weeks and its use on the bridge was considered likely.
Law enforcement sources won't go on the record, but say the idea's been bantered about for a while and will, more than likely, be put into place on the Papal weekend.
A new apartment building at the foot of Race Street - called "Bridge" - is designed to provide a link between the Old City District and Philadelphia's waterfront.
Mayor Nutter and officials announced the Ben Franklin Bridge and other major roadways throughout the city will be closed the weekend of the Papal visit.
Starting today, PATCO will run on a new schedule as work gets underway on the tracks on the north side of the Ben Franklin Bridge.
No decisions have been made yet, but one of the options authorities are considering is keeping cars and trucks off of the Bridge.
An overturned tractor-trailer is taking out two left lanes on the Ben Franklin Bridge into Philadelphia.
A car fire closed down lanes into Philadelphia on the Ben Franklin Bridge on Sunday.
The next phase of the PATCO rail reconstruction project is now underway and should not cause as many delays for riders.
An overturned vehicle is causing a major backup on the Ben Franklin Bridge, westbound into the city.
If you're traveling between Philadelphia and South Jersey this morning, be aware: The Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. in both directions.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
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A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
Fog and rain showers will kick off the week in the Philadelphia area before gusty winds and an Arctic blast of air move in Monday afternoon.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A man was shot and killed Sunday in the Mantua section of West Philadelphia, police said.
A woman and a man were shot in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood
Nearly 93,000 travelers are set to move through Philadelphia International Airport in post-holiday rush.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
One pilot died and another pilot was critically injured after two helicopters collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 28.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
A guide to the New Year's Eve celebrations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Cpl. Matthew Snook was fatally shot while on duty earlier this week at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware.
Six people were taken to a trauma center after a three-car crash on the Delaware Memorial Bridge Friday night.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
Parking and traffic restrictions for the Mummers parade start Friday in Philadelphia.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
Carl Grundstrom scored for the Flyers, who did not capitalize on three power-play opportunities in the loss to the Kraken.
Dallas Goedert caught a 1-yard touchdown pass, Jake Elliott hit field goals of 28 and 47 yards, and the Eagles hung on to defeat the Bills.
The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away in the second half for a 129-104 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards and two TDs, and Penn State beat Clemson 22-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl.
Jalen Smith sparked a game-ending run with a thunderous dunk on Joel Embiid, and the Chicago Bulls matched a season high with their fifth straight win, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
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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.
About 93,000 people were expected to fly into or out of Philadelphia International Airport Monday alone.
An off-duty police officer was involved in a crash in West Philadelphia just before midnight at 54th and Girard Avenue. Two trapped people were and taken to the hospital, where they're expected to recover.
The New Jersey Department of Health said a passenger potentially infected with measles traveled through at least two Newark Liberty International Airport terminals on Dec. 19.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozens states raising its minimum wage in 2026. On Jan. 1, the statewide minimum wage will increase by $0.43 to $15.92 per hour for most employees.
Monday starts out foggy and a little warmer, but a line of showers moving through the area throughout the morning will help usher in a major temperature drop this afternoon. Feels-like temperatures will plummet into the teens and winds could gust between 40-50 mph.