The Hub 11/6/2026: Clean Air Council’s Weekly Round-up of Transportation News
“The Hub” is a weekly round-up of transportation related news in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Check back weekly to keep up-to-date on the issues Clean Air Council’s transportation staff finds important.
Spotlight PA: Shapiro, Democrats say new trifecta will deliver minimum wage increase, transit funding, and more – Pennsylvania now has a trifecta of Democratic leadership for the first time in over 30 years. Governor Shapiro said the party will announce a policy agenda for the first 100 days in office. The policies may include transit funding, minimum wage, codified reproductive freedoms, housing reforms, and more. Democrats have a 26-24 majority in the state Senate, and 111 out of 203 confirmed members in the House so far.
WHYY: Philly plans to double its number of speed cameras in the city in effort to cut down on pedestrian deaths – The 2026 annual report by Vision Zero highlights the high number of traffic fatalities in Philadelphia. There are 9 traffic fatalities per 100,000 residents in Philadelphia, compared to New York City, which is less than 3 per 100,000. Speed cameras added along Broad Street reduced fatalities by 26% last year. Three new zones are being added to the speed camera map. Speed cameras must be approved by the state, and a timeline of installation has not yet been announced.
Mass Transit Mag: Transit sees big wins across U.S. in 2026 general election – Transportation questions on ballots across 11 U.S. states passed this week. Voters voted yes on tax increases to fund public transit services in Washington State, California, and others. Transit ballot measures had an 89% pass rate in primary and special elections prior to the general election this week. Pennsylvania voted for a majority Democratic legislature, with advocates planning to take this opportunity to support public transportation across the state.
Other Stories
Philadelphia Today: Philadelphia EV Chargers: 515 New Ports Planned Across 5 Counties
Pittsburghers for Public Transit: Vote on PPT’s 2027 Strategic Plan
Philly Voice: Fatal vehicle crashes in Philly decreased by 26% in 2025, but pedestrian safety remains an issue, officials say
NBC Philadelphia: How SEPTA keeps fallen leaves from derailing your commute
