Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
Emergency Repairs & Testing Complete; Weekend Closures Scheduled for Wire Replacement
PHILADELPHIA (January 9, 2026) – SEPTA today announced the reopening of the Center City Trolley Tunnel, which has been closed since mid-November for emergency repairs and testing. All T Trolleys… Continue reading SEPTA to Reopen Center City Trolley Tunnel on Monday, Jan. 12
Will Improve Reliability & Crowding Stemming from Silverliner IV Fleet Shortages
PHILADELPHIA (January 9, 2026) – SEPTA will restore all morning express trips on Regional Rail starting on Monday, Jan. 12. This comes as more Silverliner IV railcars are being returned… Continue reading SEPTA to Restore All Morning Express Service on Regional Rail Starting Monday, Jan. 12
Without State Funding Solution, SEPTA Will Begin Process of Dismantling the System
PHILADELPHIA (June 26, 2025) – Without action in Harrisburg to provide new funding for transit, the SEPTA Board today voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget, which will… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves FY26 Budget with Devastating Service Cuts & Fare Increases
Service Suspended June 15 Through Sept. 2; Additional Service Provided on Chestnut Hill West
PHILADELPHIA (June 11, 2025) – SEPTA will rehabilitate five bridges along the Chestnut Hill East Regional Rail Line beginning on Sunday, June 15 through Tuesday, September 2. As a result… Continue reading SEPTA to Rehabilitate Five Bridges Along Chestnut Hill East Regional Rail Line
35-Year SEPTA Veteran to Lead Authority Through Funding Crisis & Beyond
PHILADELPHIA (June 2, 2025) – The SEPTA Board today voted to appoint Scott A. Sauer as the Authority’s General Manager. He received a unanimous vote from the Board, following a… Continue reading SEPTA Board Votes to Appoint Scott A. Sauer as General Manager
Without State Funding Solution, SEPTA Will Begin Process of Dismantling the System
PHILADELPHIA (May 15, 2025) – Public hearings will begin Monday, May 19, on SEPTA’s proposal to cut service by 45% and raise fares 21.5% to fill a $213 million recurring… Continue reading Public Hearings Next Week on SEPTA Proposal for Service Cuts & Fare Increases
SEPTA Continues to Find Innovative Ways to Cut Expenses During Funding Crisis
PHILADELPHIA (May 14, 2025) – As SEPTA faces a $213 million budget deficit starting July 1, the Authority is committed to becoming a more cost effective, nimble and healthy organization… Continue reading SEPTA’s Efficiency & Accountability Program Recognizes $91 Million in New Revenue & Savings
Run Participants Ride free w/official bib; detours planned
PHILADELPHIA (April 30, 2025) – SEPTA is ready for the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run this Sunday, May 4 with extra service and free rides for registered participants on… Continue reading SEPTA Running Extra Service for Broad Street Run
New Data Shows Fewer Shootings & Aggravated Assaults; Largest Police Force in 10 Years
PHILADELPHIA (April 24, 2025) – Despite the funding crisis that SEPTA is facing, the Authority remains laser-focused on improving safety and security on the system. Thanks to these efforts, incidents… Continue reading SEPTA Continues to Enhance Safety & Security Efforts
Governor Shapiro: Cuts ‘Completely Avoidable’ with Passage of Transit Funding Plan
PHILADELPHIA (April 10, 2025) – SEPTA today released a budget proposal that would require 45% in service cuts – coupled with major fare increases, workforce reductions and a 9 p.m.… Continue reading SEPTA Budget: 45% Service Cut, 21.5% Fare Increase & Workforce Reductions to Fill Deficit
Riders on All Modes Can Tap Credit/Debit Cards & Mobile Wallets
PHILADELPHIA (April 4, 2025) – After a successful rollout on Transit, SEPTA is expanding contactless payment options to Regional Rail starting on Friday, April 4. This means customers on all… Continue reading SEPTA Expands Contactless Payment Technology to Regional Rail
Designated Stroller Area to be Available on 120 Buses By End of April
PHILADELPHIA (March 12, 2025) – SEPTA today is launching a new initiative to add designated stroller areas to selected buses on six routes that operate across the City of Philadelphia.… Continue reading First of SEPTA’s ‘Stroller Spot’ Buses Enter Service
Convenient Options for Travel to the Pennsylvania Convention Center
PHILADELPHIA (February 26, 2025) – SEPTA is reminding Philadelphia Flower Show attendees that public transportation offers convenient travel to the Pennsylvania Convention Center without the hassles of traffic and parking.… Continue reading SEPTA to Offer Additional Regional Rail Service for Philadelphia Flower Show
Free Rides on Broad Street Line [B] & Market-Frankford Line [L] Thanks to Sponsorships from Kevin Hart’s Gran Coramino Tequila, Nike & Duracell
PHILADELPHIA (February 13, 2025) – SEPTA will limit stops and run express-type rail service on Friday, Feb. 14, to serve hundreds of thousands of riders who are expected to use… Continue reading SEPTA to Limit Stops, Run Express Rail Services for Eagles Championship Parade
