Philly trains for World Cup, America 250 emergencies
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Philadelphia officials and SEPTA conducted a large-scale emergency simulation at Walnut-Locust station to prepare for an expected influx of visitors this summer, including those attending America 250 celebrations and the FIFA World Cup.

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SEPTA serious crime drops 30% in early 2026, lowest since 2015

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