Busy Southwest Philadelphia Intersection Gets Red-Light Camera
The latest red light camera is being activated today, this one at a busy intersection in Southwest Philadelphia.
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The latest red light camera is being activated today, this one at a busy intersection in Southwest Philadelphia.
Imagine this: the Philadelphia Parking Authority cutting you some slack!
Local real estate agents went before a city council committee, asking for a special parking permit, so they don't have to worry about getting tickets while showing homes. The lawmakers refused.
Mayor Michael Nutter announced on Wednesday that parking in Philadelphia during the holidays will be a lot cheaper.
But the late penalties themselves will go up slightly once the grace period has expired.
Think of the most important areas of public life: housing, transportation, education, tourism, budgeting. In Philadelphia, there is no direct, exclusive local control of any of these.
Why would a state senator from western Pennsylvania care about parking spaces in Philadelphia? He probably doesn't, yet he has more say over who runs the Philadelphia Parking Authority than our mayor does.
"I don't think anybody else wanted the task of regulating the taxi industry," says the owner of a Philadelphia cab company who thinks the Parking Authority is doing a pretty good job of it.
Have you ever received a late notice for a parking ticket you didn't know you got? You're not alone.
"I do think that the Councilman's bill, if its explained to me correctly, is visionary thinking. And I'm ashamed that someone here didn't think of it," Vince Fennerty said.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority has unveiled the latest weapon in its charm offensive: a Facebook page to explain its mission.
The Parking Authority slaps you with a $20 penalty if you don't pay a ticket within fifteen days. City Councilman Bill Greenlee says by the time the Authority mails out a reminder that you owe, the penalty has been added.
The authority's director, Vince Fenerty, says the ongoing operation is born from customer complaints "that our parking enforcement officers were not trained well and were ignorant."
Those delivery trucks that park illegally in Center City can be a real nuisance for drivers, but they're a cash cow for the Philadelphia Parking Authority.
A local cab company says it's willing to provide handicapped-accessible taxis, but it's waiting for permission from the Philadelphia Parking Authority.
The plan before City Council's Streets Committee would have reserved a single parking space for a hotel-owned car near every hotel to give complimentary local trips to guests.
Thousands of flights are canceled and public transportation service is suspended throughout the area due to Hurricane Irene.
Advocates for the disabled are filing a federal lawsuit to force the Philadelphia Parking Authority to provide accessible taxis to people who use wheelchairs.
It was a whopper of a ticket, over $300 for parking in a handicapped space. But there was just one problem, the spot didn't exist! One man faced an uphill battle getting anyone to check it out, that is until 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan got involved.
Part of the school district bailout that the mayor plans is an increase in the cost of parking on the street in Center City and University City. Rates will go up by 50-cents.
Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter is proposing a tax on soda and other sugary drinks as he and City Council continue trying to help bail out the cash-starved Philadelphia school district.
The Philadelphia Parking Authority has approved a $1 surcharge for all cab rides in the city. The new surcharge means customers who step into a cab will be charged $1 even before your ride begins.
You drive into Center City, park on a block that has meters AND a kiosk. Which do you use to pay for your parking -- the wrong choice will cost you!
The Philadelphia Parking Authority has approved a new taxi manufactured by the Ford Motor Company in the U.S. but no word yet on when you will see one on Philly's streets.
Law enforcement in Philadelphia is warning about the dangers of some fireworks and devices that raise concerns.
Impero Foods & Meats Inc., a Baltimore-based establishment, has issued a recall for 7,485 pounds of raw pork sausage products after they were produced and distributed without the benefit of a federal inspection by the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died of cancer at the age of 78.
A winner of the Mega Millions jackpot could either take the cash payout of $549.7 million or the $1.22 billion annuity paid out over 30 years.
Court documents allege Santos Mota-Ramirez admitted setting fire to a home in Allentown on Thursday after trying to kill a woman inside.
Law enforcement in Philadelphia is warning about the dangers of some fireworks and devices that raise concerns.
Model Dayle Haddon died in a suspected carbon monoxide leak at the Bucks County home of her son-in-law, Hallmark movie star Marc Blucas, officials said.
Impero Foods & Meats Inc., a Baltimore-based establishment, has issued a recall for 7,485 pounds of raw pork sausage products after they were produced and distributed without the benefit of a federal inspection by the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died of cancer at the age of 78.
Crozer-Chester Medical Center diverted ambulances to other hospitals until further notice after Thursday night's fire and water main break.
Law enforcement in Philadelphia is warning about the dangers of some fireworks and devices that raise concerns.
Court documents allege Santos Mota-Ramirez admitted setting fire to a home in Allentown on Thursday after trying to kill a woman inside.
Model Dayle Haddon died in a suspected carbon monoxide leak at the Bucks County home of her son-in-law, Hallmark movie star Marc Blucas, officials said.
Two gunmen opened fire on a parked SUV on the 700 block of Union Street in the Mantua section of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police said someone put an explosive device into an ATM outside Johnny's Hots on Delaware Avenue Friday morning.
Friday will be sunny and dry in the Philadelphia region, but a rainy weekend is on the way.
Shoppers at the Promenade at Sagemore in Marlton are battling the crowds and making holiday returns after Christmas.
Thursday morning will be cold and sunny in the Philadelphia region.
The Philadelphia region could see patchy black ice on the roads Wednesday morning.
The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350, and some in New Jersey believe it could be them.
Friday will be sunny and dry in the Philadelphia region, but a rainy weekend is on the way.
Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson is adding a new title to his stacked resume: college football coach.
Thursday morning will be cold and sunny in the Philadelphia region.
The Philadelphia region could see patchy black ice on the roads Wednesday morning.
Police looking for a missing New Castle County, Delaware woman found her remains in a man's car in Maryland.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts sustained a concussion in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
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.
If you're heading out for a last-minute gift in the Philadelphia area, time is ticking. Here are the hours for local malls.
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.
New federal regulations are in effect for U.S. airlines, meaning faster, easier refunds for flight cancelations or significant disruptions if you choose not to be rebooked.
Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station were packed with travelers Sunday and Monday.
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.
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died of cancer at the age of 78.
Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson is adding a new title to his stacked resume: college football coach.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
Backup Kenny Pickett will likely get the start as quarterback after the Eagles officially ruled Jalen Hurts out from Sunday's game as he heals from a concussion and left finger injury.
The Sixers defeated the Celtics, 118-114, on Christmas Day in Boston.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old actor known for his performance in the 2017 film "Baby Driver," died Dec. 21 in Alabama, authorities said.
Beyoncé surprised fans by bringing out Shaboozey to perform "Sweet Honey Buckiin," and Post Malone joined her for "Levii's Jeans."
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.
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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.
Legendary and long-time CBS Sports Broadcaster Greg Gumbel has died. His family confirmed the news. Gumbel spent more than 50 years on-air as a play-by-play announcer and studio host for the NFL and several Super Bowls as well as college basketball. Gumbel was 78.
It's been a Bucks County mainstay for decades. But now the Kopper Kettle is closed for good. According to its website, the restaurant opened in 1973 inside an old house in Feasterville. It was best known for its generous portions and fried shrimp. In a post on social media, the owners thanked customers and employees for their support over the years.
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol announced they recently seized around 22,000 counterfeit Pennsylvania vehicle inspection stickers shipped from Israel. They were headed for an address in Philadelphia. If the stickers were genuine, they would have been worth more than $1.4 million. No arrests have been announced. Using fake inspection stickers could lead to a $500 fine and possible jail time.
The driver of this dump truck is in critical conditon after it overturned on Friday in New Castle, Delaware. This is heading north on the Dupont Parkway right at the East Basin on-ramp. From Chopper 3, you can see the truck spilled its load of dirt. The ramp remains closed. Delaware State Police say they expect the clean-up to take several hours.
Taking a look over the Delaware River tonight our NEXT Weather team is tracking several storms throughout this weekend and into next week. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the latest forecast.