The latest on SEPTA union contract talks, 76ers arena proposal reaches Council, looking out for holiday scammers

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 Intro02:00 Latest on SEPTA union contract talks06:41 Just how much support is there for 76ers’ new arena in City Council?12:47 Election unknowns linger in PA18:38 ‘Tis the season to be scamming25:04 New Jersey wildfires put residents on alert30:05 Christmas tree season in a droughtListen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.