Michaela Althouse

Michaela Althouse is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in climate, technology, education and politics. She’s previously written for Technical.ly, Washingtonian Magazine, Philadelphia Magazine, New Project Media and Metro Eireann. She is a Bucks County native who enjoys gardening, exploring Philly and finding the city’s best coffee.

michaela@phillyvoice.com

December 16, 2025

Courts

Bucks County man, 51, pleads guilty to killing mother and covering her body with a pile of furniture and linens

by Michaela Althouse

William Ingram, 51, pleaded guilty Monday to killing his mother, Dolores Ingram, 82, and covering her body in a pile of furniture, clothes and towels at their Holland, Bucks County, home in June 2024. He will be sentenced to 26 to 54 years in prison.

December 15, 2025

Transportation

SEPTA's upgraded Wissahickon Transit Center opens in Northwest Philly

by Michaela Althouse

SEPTA opened its upgraded Wissahickon Transit Center on Sunday after two years of construction. The $50 million project includes new ADA accessibility, a bus-only turning lane and a facility six times the size of the previous one.

December 15, 2025

Investigations

93-year-old man found stabbed to death in his North Philly home allegedly was killed by his ex-neighbor

by Michaela Althouse

Lafayette Dailey, 93, allegedly was stabbed to death by Coy Thomas, 53, on Dec. 3 at his home in North Philadelphia, investigators say. Thomas also is accused of stealing Dailey's wallet and car following the homicide. He has been charged with murder and related charges.

December 12, 2025

Government

North Philly legislator and his community remain at odds over the future of Cecil B. Moore Library

by Michaela Althouse

Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. and his community remain at odds about the future of the Cecil B. Moore Library, with residents calling for fixing up the existing North Philly structure and the legislator pushing for a new building.

December 12, 2025

Holiday

LL Cool J, who dropped out of Welcome America, to perform free New Year's Eve concert on the Parkway

by Michaela Althouse

Rapper LL Cool J will headline a New Year's Eve concert that will be followed by fireworks on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The musician is returning to the city after dropping out of the Wawa Welcome America concert in July.

December 11, 2025

Business

More sidewalk cafes could pop up next year after City Council cuts red tape in approval process

by Michaela Althouse

City Council approved a bill Thursday that speeds up the approval process for Philly restaurants seeking to add a sidewalk cafe outside their establishments.

December 11, 2025

Philadelphia 250

U.S. Mint releases new coins for America's 250th anniversary. Will they become prized among collectors?

by Michaela Althouse

The U.S. Mint revealed new semiquincentennial coin designs at the National Constitution Center. A Philly coin expert says they likely won't have much value to collectors.

December 10, 2025

Transportation

Columbus Boulevard ramp to I-95 to close Thursday due to capping project

by Michaela Althouse

The ramp from Columbus Boulevard to Interstate 95 North in Center City will be closed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday due to the I-95 capping project. The ramp also provides access to I-676 and Callowhill Street.

December 9, 2025

Investigations

Philly youth football players charged with stealing merchandise from Dick's Sporting Goods store in Florida

by Michaela Althouse

Eight players on the United Thoroughbreds, a Philadelphia youth football team, were arrested Saturday in Polk County, Florida for allegedly stealing 47 items valued at more than $2,000 from a Dick's Sporting Goods store. They were in the state to play in a championship game.

December 9, 2025

Food & Drink

How has a Michelin star changed Philly's acclaimed restaurants?

by Michaela Althouse

Weeks after Friday Saturday Sunday, Her Place Supper Club and Provenance earned a Michelin star, Philly's acclaimed chefs discuss the added pressure and popularity that comes with receiving one of the highest culinary honors.