Public transportation commuters throughout the Philadelphia area have been in a state of limbo for the past week, as SEPTA and its thousands of bus, train, and trolley operators continue contract talks. Why is SEPTA “hopeful” a resolution can be reached without a strike? What should riders do if the mass transit company’s multiple unions follow through on their threat of a coordinated walkout? Matt Leon and KYW’s reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a recap of City Council hearings about the 76ers’ proposed East Market Street arena, information about holiday scams, and the ripple effects that historic wildfires are having on South Jersey. 

00:00 Intro

02:00 Latest on SEPTA union contract talks

06:41 Just how much support is there for 76ers’ new arena in City Council?

12:47 Election unknowns linger in PA

18:38 ‘Tis the season to be scamming

25:04 New Jersey wildfires put residents on alert

30:05 Christmas tree season in a drought

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