SEPTA unveils major upgrades to Broad Street Line's Susquehanna-Dauphin Station
The upgrades are making the station fully accessible under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
The upgrades are making the station fully accessible under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Right now, only the stairs will take you to the platforms of more than a dozen stations.
The ADA, which was passed in 1990, protects the civil rights of people with disabilities to get an education, to work and to function freely in society.
Markward Playground in Center City is set to undergo a drastic, million-dollar renovation thanks to funding from both the city and state.
The festivities kicked off at Dilworth Park with speakers and live performances by musicians with disabilities.
Five Atlantic City hotels that allegedly were not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act have reached settlements with federal officials.
The US Attorney in Philadelphia has targeted 25 of Philadelphia's most popular restaurants for review of their compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Some restaurant owners will have to complete a survey on their restaurant's accessibility, and inspectors could perform on-site inspections to confirm those survey responses.
The legal definition of a service animal are animals that are trained to perform tasks that their handlers cannot do for themselves.
Dilworth Park, which recently replaced the old Dilworth Plaza on the west apron of Philadelphia City Hall, is more user-friendly than its predecessor.
The bill is sponsored by Rep. John Sabatina (D-Phila., third from left in photo).
Abigail McManus is just like any other 19-year-old college student with one exception, she was born with dwarfism and stopped growing at less than four feet tall.
A disabled little girl was barred from popular attraction, including a visit to Santa. Now her parents are trying to make sure it doesn't happen to others. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on the push to change federal laws.
One Philadelphia area family with a disabled child says their daughter faced discrimination on a recent trip to Hershey, Pa.
The Department of Justice has said that animals not trained to perform any specific tasks are not considered service animals, even if they provide comfort for those in need.
About 300 US Airways passengers complained that they were left unattended in the terminals for long periods of time or missed connecting flights when assistance was needed to get from one gate to another.
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a settlement with a New Jersey bus company that it claimed unfairly excluded passengers with disabilities.
A Northeast Pennsylvania woman with Multiple Sclerosis battled a pharmaceutical giant, and won, in a case that has changed the employment landscape.
If you have a food allergy, what does your college have to do for you? Maybe more than you think.
A university student sued college officials who insisted she purchase a mandatory food plan that made no accommodations for her food allergy to gluten, which was placed under the umbrella of "Americans with Disabilities Act."
Offices value not just skill but also "corporate fit" - someone who fits in. But what does an office do with a worker who has Asperger's syndrome?
The National Constitution Center celebrated the 22nd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Edna Escher-Gaston was driving on I-95 when her life changed forever, but she didn't give up on life.
In the latest court papers, the Milton Hershey School is asking a Judge to rule that it didn't violate the Americans with Disabilities Act in denying admission to an HIV-positive 13-year-old boy.
Advocates for the disabled are filing a federal lawsuit to force the Philadelphia Parking Authority to provide accessible taxis to people who use wheelchairs.
From the 2024 Penn Relays and Game 4 of the Knicks-Sixers series to the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field, Philly is buzzing with thrills, chills and excitement.
Climate Central, a homegrown organization, has developed unique programs to help people understand the rapidly changing climate.
A gallery owner and an artist with Kensington ties hope that art as an expression can be a force of positive change in their community.
Discover which Apple iPad models are best suited to college students.
A 76-year-old man was charged with shooting and killing his wife and adult daughter, the Chester County District Attorney's Office and Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday.
From the 2024 Penn Relays and Game 4 of the Knicks-Sixers series to the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field, Philly is buzzing with thrills, chills and excitement.
Climate Central, a homegrown organization, has developed unique programs to help people understand the rapidly changing climate.
The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2024 NFL draft with eight picks, with three in the first two rounds. Keep track of the Birds' draft picks here.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
A gallery owner and an artist with Kensington ties hope that art as an expression can be a force of positive change in their community.
From the 2024 Penn Relays and Game 4 of the Knicks-Sixers series to the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field, Philly is buzzing with thrills, chills and excitement.
Climate Central, a homegrown organization, has developed unique programs to help people understand the rapidly changing climate.
A gallery owner and an artist with Kensington ties hope that art as an expression can be a force of positive change in their community.
A 76-year-old man was charged with shooting and killing his wife and adult daughter, the Chester County District Attorney's Office and Pennsylvania State Police announced on Friday.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrated their efforts in raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
From the 2024 Penn Relays and Game 4 of the Knicks-Sixers series to the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field, Philly is buzzing with thrills, chills and excitement.
After a chilly start, bright and clear skies will make for a crisp Friday with a high of 65 before a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers on Saturday and potential Sunday night thunderstorms.
Opposition is growing in one Atlantic City neighborhood over possibly expanding the area where recreational marijuana businesses can open.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
After a chilly start, bright and clear skies will make for a crisp Friday with a high of 65 before a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers on Saturday and potential Sunday night thunderstorms.
Camay Mitchell De Silva was killed at Delaware State University. Her family wants to make sure she's remembered for the life she lived.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
Camay De Silva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day and we've got everything you need to know about why and the risks of holding onto expired medications.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
The Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Sandy Sprint Philadelphia 5k run/walk on Saturday.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
From the 2024 Penn Relays and Game 4 of the Knicks-Sixers series to the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field, Philly is buzzing with thrills, chills and excitement.
Students at Pennridge High School celebrated their efforts in raising big money for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania.
Lincoln Financial Field will host Round 15 of the AMA Supercross Championship, the first time supercross is returning to Philadelphia in 40 years.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
From the 2024 Penn Relays and Game 4 of the Knicks-Sixers series to the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field, Philly is buzzing with thrills, chills and excitement.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Play on Philly provides students with ambitious, high-quality music education at almost no cost.
The Iron Menace coaster at Dorney Park takes you 15 stories into the sky before a 95-degree drop tops out at speeds of 64 mph. We got a sneak peek and rode the brand new ride.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
It's time to check your medicine cabinet. National Drug Take Back Day is on Saturday, April 27. Several police stations and pharmacies are collecting old meds.
High pressure gives way to an approaching warm front with increasing clouds on Saturday. A few afternoon and overnight showers may develop as the warm front lifts north across the area on Saturday. Tammie Souza reports.
Day 2 of the 128th running of the Penn Relays is winding down. Friday was the first time boys high school entrants had a chance to compete. Nikki DeMentri reports.
Legacy of long-time Eagles fan remembered after he passed away.
The Sixers will try to even up their series against the Knicks on Sunday after winning Thursday night. After putting on a superstar performance, scoring 50 points, Joel Embiid announced he has been playing the last few games with Bell's palsy. Stephanie Stahl reports what Bell's palsy is, the symptoms and treatments.