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Commute · Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Roads are clear — but if you ride transit authority, check your route before you go.
Philadelphia News
Budget
Mayor Parker's $6.9B budget — transit funding is the flashpoint
City Council opened hearings on the proposed fiscal 2027 budget. Transit advocates are pushing to reverse last year's route cuts, while the mayor's office says new revenue is needed first.
Philadelphia Inquirer Read more →
State
PA House passes minimum wage increase — heads to Senate
House Bill 2189 would raise Pennsylvania's minimum wage for the first time in 15 years. The bill now moves to the Senate, where its path remains uncertain.
Fox 29 Read more →
Culture
Phillies unveil Citizens Bank Park upgrades ahead of home opener
The Phillies revealed a series of renovations at Citizens Bank Park including improved concessions and new seating areas. The home opener is set for tonight.
6abc Read more →
Today in Philly
Festival
Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival — Fairmount Park
Philadelphia's beloved annual cherry blossom festival is back this weekend with Japanese cultural performances, food, and stunning pink blooms across Fairmount Park.
Read more →
Sports
Phillies Home Opener — Citizens Bank Park
The Phillies kick off their home schedule tonight against the Mets — expect heavy traffic on Broad St southbound from 4:30pm.
Read more →
Exhibition
Botany of Nations at Academy of Natural Sciences
A new exhibition exploring Lewis and Clark's botanical discoveries opens this weekend at one of Philly's oldest museums.
Read more →
Commute & Roads — 9 disruptions today
Light disruptions today — some bus routes flagged for detours, no major road closures.
transit authority Route 23 — active detour in effect
Route 23 (Germantown Ave/Oregon Ave) is on detour. Check transit authority.org or the app for your stop before boarding.
🚶 🚲 North Philly Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 47 — active detour in effect
Route 47 (5th St/8th St corridor) is on detour. Stops may be temporarily relocated — look for posted signs.
🚶 🚲 South Philly Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 6 — active detour in effect
Route 6 is running on a detour today. Check transit authority alerts for adjusted stops and timing.
🚶 🚲 Philadelphia Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 9 — active detour in effect
Route 9 is on detour. Some stops may be skipped or moved — plan extra time.
🚶 🚲 Northeast Philly Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 33 — active detour in effect
Route 33 (Penn/Souderton) has an active detour. Riders should confirm stop locations via the transit authority app.
🚶 🚲 Philadelphia Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 45 — active detour in effect
Route 45 is on detour. Check for temporary stop relocations before heading out.
🚶 🚲 West Philly Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 17 — active detour in effect
Route 17 is running an alternate path. Some regular stops may not be served today.
🚶 🚲 Philadelphia Source → Until further notice
transit authority Route 48 — active detour in effect
Route 48 is detoured. Riders should allow a few extra minutes and verify stops on transit authority.org.
🚶 🚲 West Philly Source → Until further notice
Multiple additional transit authority routes on detour
Routes 2, 4, 5, 7, 16, 22, 29, 30, 32, 37, 38, and 39 all have active detours posted. Details are limited — check transit authority alerts for your specific route.
🚶 🚲 Philadelphia Source → Until further notice
Philly Sports
Phillies vs Mets
Scheduled · Home
7:05 PM
76ers vs Celtics
Final · Away
108 - 117
Flyers vs Rangers
Scheduled · Away
7:00 PM
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