Plane crash update; UArts staff update; Malcolm Kenyatta's DNC role; Punxsutawney Phil's shadow

Jet crash in Northeast Philly is among the city's 'worst black swan events,' Mayor Parker says

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker provided an update Monday on injuries and other fallout from the medical jet crash in Northeast Philadelphia last Friday. Seven people died and 24 people have been treated for injuries, including two in critical condition. The NTSB is analyzing data from a black box that was recovered at the crash site.

Plane crash update; UArts staff update; Malcolm Kenyatta's DNC role; Punxsutawney Phil's shadow

“It’s the moment to be united”: Northeast Philly comes to grips with horrific crash The horrific plan crash Friday night literally rocked residents near Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue, leaving at least 7 people dead and 22 injured. The city is scrambling to provide support to those displaced by the catastrophe. Meanwhile, crews are working to re-open the boulevard for Monday’s afternoon commute. Continue reading … Investigators work the …

Updates on SEPTA detours, road closures following Northeast Philly plane crash

Commuters have been asked to be patient on their journeys on Monday morning as the work week began following a tragic plane crash that happened in Northeast Philadelphia on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. After the crash, which happened near the intersection of Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philly and led to immediate road closures in the area, Philadelphia city officials provided an update over the weekend. Officials said Sunday th…