PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — A medical transport jet carrying six people crashed in Northeast Philadelphia on Jan. 31, killing seven, injuring at least 24, setting several homes ablaze and displacing many. How is the community recovering?
Also, a look at how the Eagles might fare this weekend against the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
Look back, look ahead, and get a better understanding of the stories shaping the Philadelphia region on “The Week in Philly” with Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s team of reporters. Listen on KYW Newsradio 103.9 FM Saturdays at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Episodes are also available as a podcast or, you can check out individual segments below.
A crash in the Northeast
A week after a small plane’s stunning crash into the main commercial corridor of Northeast Philadelphia on Jan. 31, some questions have been answered, but many remain. KYW Newsradio’s Tim Jimenez brings us up to speed on the phases of the investigation that have wrapped up, and where residents can go for resources as they begin to deal with the aftermath of the accident.
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Unified in grief and resolve
On Wednesday, more than 600 people gathered at a Town Hall meeting to hear about what help the city is offering for residents recovering from last weekend’s plane crash that killed seven people, injured 24, and decimated homes in Northeast Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi was at the town hall and a vigil honoring those lost in the accident.
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Legit plan or pipedream?
One of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s greatest assets could also prove to be a hindrance, at least with respect to his ability to implement his 2025 budget plan. It’s no secret the Pennsylvania governor has national political aspirations, and that Democrats see him as a rising star within the party. Republicans know this as well, which could make them all the more resistant to helping him achieve his goals. KYW Newsradio suburban bureau chief Jim Melwert parses through Shapiro’s proposal and shares his takeaways.
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Black History Month, the Philly way
The Department of Defense may have canceled some federal Black History Month celebrations, but Philly is doing it up as big as ever. KYW Newsradio’s Shara Dae Howard tells us what’s going on in museums and cultural centers across the city.
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Wings of pride
Students with developmental disabilities have been making and selling Eagles buttons ahead of the Super Bowl as part of the Delaware County Intermediate Unit’s Options program. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo explains how these students are learning new skills while getting the community hyped for the big game.
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An inside take
Before the Kansas City Chiefs, there was Penn football. Prior to that, Joe Valerio was a standout at Ridley High School. The Delco native spent six seasons in the NFL, his first five in Kansas City, then one more in St. Louis. Even though he eventually made his way back to Philadelphia after his playing career, Valerio has maintained ties to the Chiefs as a podcast host. The 55-year-old visited KYW Newsradio studios to recap Kansas City’s season, and share why he thinks the Eagles will beat the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.