Plan In Place To Make Ben Franklin Bridge Walkway More User-Friendly
There's been a lot of talk about a new ramp for pedestrians and bicyclists to access the Ben Franklin Bridge and now theDRPA is designing one.
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There's been a lot of talk about a new ramp for pedestrians and bicyclists to access the Ben Franklin Bridge and now theDRPA is designing one.
Some five dozen crosses have surfaced in front of Camden City Hall and on the city's approach to the Ben Franklin Bridge as part of a three month long demonstration by a group of community activists.
Thousands are expected to line the Delaware River to watch a Flugtag competition Saturday.
Whether it's a romantic blanket spread in the shade or a wild pickup game of frisbee with friends, these are Philly's most perfect places for a picnic.
It's been gridlock nearly every Friday afternoon in-bound to Philadelphia on the Ben Franklin Bridge this spring. You're stuck in traffic, and the other side's moving along just fine. And you wonder why your side doesn't have another lane? There are a lot of variables.
It's as much a sign of spring as April showers and May flowers. It's zoo traffic, and this time of year, it causes quite a headache across the entire city.
April 4th, the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther Kings' assassination, doesn't have to be a day of sad remembrance. Instead, organizers say it's an opportunity to stand against violence and to further Dr. King's legacy.
The Harlem Globetrotters are in town this week. And to kick it off, one of the team's star players walked across the Ben Franklin Bridge in true Globetrotter style.
Biking enthusiasts are wondering why the Delaware River Port Authority decided to remove construction of a ramp on the Camden end of the Ben Franklin Bridge that could accommodate them, as well as the handicapped, from their five-year capital plan.
Police recovered a body that was found floating overnight in the Delaware River in Camden County.
The Coast Guard is searching for a man who fell off his boat near the Ben Franklin Bridge late Wednesday evening.
About 80 sailboats from three local clubs will be competing in the event that will take place Saturday on the Delaware river.
Thousands of flights are canceled and public transportation service is suspended throughout the area due to Hurricane Irene.
A suspect has been arrested in connection with two attacks of women on the Ben Franklin Bridge this week.
The weather was perfect for the 39th annual American Cancer Society's bike-a-thon which began at the foot of the Ben Franklin Bridge, closing it for slightly more than an hour on Sunday morning.
"Tolls will increase going from $4 per car to $5 and there'll be a 25-percent increase for all the other vehicles," John Matheussen, CEO of the Delaware River Port Authority says.
Drivers who cross from New Jersey to Pennsylvania on four Philadelphia-area bridges will have to pay a dollar more starting Friday.
The toll jumps from $4 to $5 to use the Walt Whitman, Ben Franklin, Commodore Barry, and Betsy Ross Bridges. The Delaware Memorial Bridge goes from $3 to $4.
Corbett, as the board's new chairman, vowed to keep an open mind on things at the embattled bi-state agency.
In preparation for the upcoming redecking of the Walt Whitman Bridge, four existing gantries need to be removed. As a result, there will be intermittent closures of the bridge beginning Monday, February 28th at 8:00 p.m.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Commanders, 36-33, Sunday in Washington.
Jalen Hurts left the Philadelphia Eagles' game at the Washington Commanders with a concussion.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Commanders, 36-33, Sunday in Washington.
Bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia on Sunday night, PennDOT says.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas returned interceptions for touchdowns and Penn State toyed with mistake-prone SMU in a 38-10 victory in the opening round of the College Football Playoff.
Joel Embiid is trying to believe in the good that can come from asking someone for help.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
The season of giving is on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
Chilly weather is gripping Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware into the holiday season. Here are some places to keep warm.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
The official start of winter, and the shortest day of the year, is Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Christmases are rare in the Delaware Valley, and this year is no exception.
By 3 p.m. Wednesday, light showers will break out across the Philadelphia region.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
A device used in South Jersey is a game-changer for people with inflammatory bowel disease as an alternative to invasive screenings.
Sounds of the holiday season filled St. Jerome Church courtesy of visually impaired students from Saint Lucy's performing a Christmas concert.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
The mall many in Northeast Philadelphia still know as Franklin Mills is now called Franklin Mall.
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Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday.
Downed wires suspended Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services affecting Sunday morning travelers in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York.
Bridge repairs will cause lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia on Sunday night, PennDOT says.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
New data from PennDOT suggests technology is improving safety after rear-end crashes plagued the Schuylkill Expressway for years.
The Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Commanders, 36-33, Sunday in Washington.
Jalen Hurts left the Philadelphia Eagles' game at the Washington Commanders with a concussion.
The Eagles will go head-to-head against the Washington Commanders with a chance to clinch the NFC East with a win or tie. Here's how to watch.
The Cleveland Cavaliers had a 126-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
The Philadelphia Flyers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 5-4, come-from-behind win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Meet the winner of this weekend's Jason Kelce look-alike contest: Paul Crossley of Fishtown.
If you've found yourself caught up in the chaos of the holiday season and are looking to slow things down and enjoy a weekend of celebration, then you've come to the right place.
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
The transformative power of music is bringing hope and holiday cheer to people facing poverty in Philadelphia.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Cancer survivor Ellie Koerner collected truckloads of toys this holiday season to give to children staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia. Photojournalist Tommy Gardiner has the story.
Monday morning will be cold in the Philadelphia region, but warmer temperatures are on the way. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Downed wires caused delays on Amtrak trains between Philadelphia and New York Sunday morning.
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired pitcher Jesús Lazardo in a trade with the Miami Marlins.
Philadelphia Eagles fans who gathered to watch Sunday's game were disappointed by the outcome but are hopeful for next week's game vs. Dallas.