Philadelphia
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Most World Cup Host Cities Are Pedestrianizing Streets This Summer – But Not Boston
In a few days, host cities across North America will welcome huge World Cup crowds by pedestrianizing major streets – and in some cases, entire neighborhoods – to keep traffic jams out of the fan parades and festivals associated with the international event.
June 3, 2026
Talking Headways Podcast: The Lost Subways of North America
Author Jake Berman discusses transit histories through the lens of racial dynamics, monopolies, ballot measures and overlooked cities.
January 15, 2026
Transit Funding in Pennsylvania Can’t Wait
State and Federal leaders must act to keep our transit safe and in service.
November 10, 2025
Interview: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson On His City’s Big Transit Win
"This funding will allow us to invest in cleaner, safer trains, and for expansion of services, and faster buses ... That's why I'm grateful that we were able to successfully help move different agenda along and get exactly what the people Chicago need and deserve."
November 7, 2025
The Fall of Philadelphia
"Cutting almost half of a transit system is not a way to make it more efficient. It more like asking whether you’d like to keep your heart or your lungs."
August 27, 2025
Doomsday For SEPTA Is Bad News For Everyone
Deep cuts to Philadelphia's transit system will have devastating impacts in the City of Brotherly Love — and other cities may be next.
August 27, 2025
We Can’t Have Justice For All Without Public Transit For All
A Philadelphia lawyer makes the case for why public transit is crucial for a fair justice system.
August 7, 2025
Opinion: After Two Decades of Driving Buses, I Know Public Transit is No Luxury
A Harrisburg bus driver and union leader underscores the importance of public transit as an opportunity lifeline for communities.
July 23, 2025
This Philadelphia Council Member Wants To Stand Up to Trump By Investing in Mobility For the Poorest
We sat down with Council Member Nicolas O'Rourke to talk about how he wants to build on the city's Zero Fare pilot — and why prioritizing the poor is more essential now than ever.
April 23, 2025
Update: Philadelphia Did NOT Eliminate America’s Best Free Transit Program!
The City of Brotherly Love has been giving free rides of tens of thousands of low-income residents — but the money might be about to dry up.
April 9, 2025
