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Commute · Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Roads are looking clear today — no need to leave early.
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.
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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.
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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 — 8 disruptions today
Smooth Wednesday commute — minor transit detours, roads are open.
transit authority Route 23 — detour in effect
Route 23 (Chestnut Hill to South Philly) is on detour. Check transit authority alerts for your stop, as some stops may be temporarily relocated.
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transit authority Route 17 — detour in effect
Route 17 is currently rerouted. Riders should check transit authority's website for adjusted stop locations along the route.
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transit authority Route 42 — detour in effect
Route 42 is on detour. Some stops may be skipped or relocated, so plan a short walk to an alternate stop.
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transit authority Route 6 — detour in effect
Route 6 is currently rerouted. Check transit authority alerts before heading to your usual stop.
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transit authority Route 33 — detour in effect
Route 33 is on detour. Expect minor delays and possible stop changes along the route.
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transit authority Route 44 — detour in effect
Route 44 is rerouted today. Riders in West and Southwest Philly should look for temporary stop signs.
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transit authority Route 9 — detour in effect
Route 9 is on detour. Some regular stops may not be served — check transit authority's detour page for details.
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transit authority Routes 4, 5, 7, 16, 22, 29, 30, 32, 37, 38, 39, 45, 46 — minor detours
Thirteen additional bus routes have active detour notices with no specific details posted. Minor delays are possible; check transit authority alerts for your route.
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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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