Helene won't stop Eagles fans from flying south for Tampa Bay game

Philadelphia All Local

The KYW Newsradio All-Local — Friday, September 27, 2024 (Midday Edition):

• A lot of Eagles fans are planning on going to the game against the Buccaneers this Sunday. But Tampa's airport is still closed because of Tropical Storm Helene. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has more from Philly International airport with more on how the storm is affecting operations there.

• A 14-year-old girl who was crossing the street with her mom in West Philly was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver, last night. It happened around 9:30. Police say Dawn Watson and her mother were crossing Haverford Avenue at 66th Street when a car going eastbound hit the girl, but her mother wasn't hurt.

• A strike deadline is fast approaching that would impact the Port of Philadelphia and major ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coast. KYW Newsradio’s Matt Coughlin explains.

• A new national survey of Chinese Americans reveals mental health and discrimination continue to be key concerns. KYW Newsradio Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more.