Victims in NE Philly plane crash identified

🚑 Plane Crash in Northeast Philly Leaves At Least Seven Dead

The Learjet 55 exploded almost immediately after taking off, crashing into a busy residential neighborhood and shopping strip on Cottman Avenue shortly after 6 p.m. on Friday. All on board were declared dead; a seventh victim in a car also died. [🎧City Cast Philly]

• The victims on the plane have now been identified. [6ABC]
• Several homes were damaged. And among the 22 people injured from the accident was a 10-year-old boy who was in a car with his family when a piece of metal plane debris struck his head. [6ABC]
• The public is advised not to touch any debris as it could be dangerous and is considered evidence. Plane wreckage is spread across about a half-dozen blocks, and authorities are asking the public to call 911 if anything is found.
• Inner and outer lanes of Roosevelt Boulevard will reopen this morning.
• The city is holding a town hall meeting for residents impacted by the crash on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The location is TBD.
• Resources regarding shelter, outages, road closures, and mental health can be found here.

🌿 Shapiro to Sell Republicans on Legal Cannabis

Governor Josh Shapiro aims to make another pitch on legalizing recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania this week. With cannabis still federally classified as a Schedule I drug, some Republicans are hesitant about the legal logistics, but others are open to legalization as a means to fill the $4.5 billion budgetary gap. [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🔒Inquirer]

🏫 Philly School Board Signs Off on Drones

Safety was a big theme at the Board of Education meeting last week. Community members and educators voiced concern about potential ICE presence in schools amid threats of immigration raids, and the board approved a $38,000 contract for drones to monitor students at dismissal and special events. [Chalkbeat]

If you’re looking to hunker down at a local bar to watch Sunday’s big game, you might want to do some planning ahead. With the Eagles playing in Super Bowl LIX this year for their revenge game against the Chiefs, demand to watch with other fans is high – as are the prices for some venues. Here are places to watch the Super Bowl in Philly.

Note: Some of these events may sell out after publication time.

Feed Your Nerves

Bake’n Bacon in South Philly has your appetite covered with an unlimited buffet, one complimentary beer, and free shots each time the Eagles score a touchdown (as if we needed another reason to cheer). Menu highlights include chipotle citrus BBQ wings, bacon cheese fries, and jalapeño dip with chips. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and tickets are $55.

If you couldn’t make it down to New Orleans for game day, you can still get a taste of the NOLA experience. Craftsman Row Saloon in Center City is decked out for the complete Mardi Gras experience. From now until Fat Tuesday, you can throw on your colorful beads and party. For Super Bowl Sunday, reservations are highly recommended but limited walk-ins will be available.

Deke’s Bar-B-Que in Germantown is opening its doors for $10 per person. You can call ahead to save a spot, but bar walk-ins are welcome until it’s full. If you’re stopping by, we highly recommend trying their ribs.

If you want to stay close to the fun on Broad Street, Franky Bradley’s in the Gayborhood is the place to be. General admission tickets are already on sale for $50, with multiple bar areas to watch the game and mingle. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Kensington Pub is offering seating both indoors and in its heated beer garden from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. A $65 ticket gets you access to an all-you-can-eat buffet and a free drink. You’ll also have the chance to score a cash prize if you participate in the 50/50 drawing.

Fishtown’s Starboard Side Tavern is running meatball specials starting at game time, with BBQ pork sandwiches and chili also on the menu. Stellas and Surfsides are $1 off.