Attention all bikers, runners and walkers! The Philadelphia Streets Department announced that the Race Street entrance to the Schuylkill River Trail will be temporarily closed. Officials said that the electric gates at the Race Street railroad crossing to the Schuylkill River Trail have malfunctioned, making  it unsafe for users. The gates officially closed Wednesday and will remain closed until repairs can be made. Repairs are scheduled to begin the week of July 8, according to officials. Philadelphia 6 hours ago Officials say over 5,000 blocks have been cleaned so far in Philly as cleanup plan continues Philadelphia Jul 2 Union sues Philadelphia over requirement that city workers return to the office full time If you are looking to still access the trail, you can use the following alternatives: Access ramp at Market Street Access point on Martin Luther King Drive across from the Art Museum Stairs at Walnut Street Pedestrian bridge in Schuylkill River Park, at Locust Street and points south Sign up for our Breaking newsletter to get the most urgent news stories in your inbox.