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.
July 11, 2025
Family-Friendly
Adorable baby parades return to the Jersey Shore this summer
Baby parades return to Cape May, Wildwood and Ocean City in July and August with the chance to win prizes for the cutest kiddos at the Jersey Shore. The century-old tradition includes costume contests and awards for the best floats.July 11, 2025
Courts
Bucks County man sentenced to life in prison for shooting, beheading his father
Justin Mohn, the Levittown man accused of shooting and then beheading his father at their home in January 2024, was found guilty of homicide by a Bucks County judge Friday morning. He was sentenced to life in prison.July 10, 2025
Opioids
Pennsylvania gets $28 million in settlement with 8 opioid manufacturers
Pennsylvania will get up to $28 million from a settlement between several states and eight drug manufacturers accused of fueling the opioid crisis. Seven of the companies will be banned from producing drugs with large amounts of oxycodone, a prescription painkiller.July 10, 2025
Jobs
Why the agreement struck between DC 33 and the city isn't a done deal yet
Blue-collar municipal employees are back to work after a strike of over a week ended when a tentative agreement was reached on a three-year contract. While a labor professor says it's probably the best deal the union could get at this time, he's not sure a majority of members will vote to ratify it.July 9, 2025
Media
Two decades ago, Rob McElhenney envisioned 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' as a reverse 'Friends'
In the New York Times, 'It's Always Sunny' creator Rob McElhenney says he envisioned the show as the opposite of 'Friends.' He sought to explore a group of friends that would never be there for one another. It's 17th season begins Wednesday.July 8, 2025
Business
Pa. wineries, stuck between two renowned grape-growing regions, are finally getting their due
While Pennsylvania winemakers and growers used to be known for sweet, fruit wines, they are rising above climate challenges and starting to get recognized for their unique bottles of whites, rosés and sparking wines. In June, wineries from seven U.S. states won 294 awards at the annual Decanter World Wine Awards, and Pennsylvania producers claimed five prizes.July 8, 2025
Investigations
Man suspected of shooting Philly school safety officer arrested in North Jersey
Ariza Giansteban, 28, was arrested Saturday in Paramus, New Jersey, for allegedly shooting a School District of Philadelphia safety officer during a road rage incident near Penn's Landing on June 29, 2025. He is awaiting extradition to Philadelphia, where he is expected to be charged with attempted murder and related offenses.July 8, 2025
Jobs
As negotiations resume on Day 8 of city workers strike, union plans picket line around City Hall on Wednesday
Negotiations between city and union leaders resumed Tuesday — the eighth day since approximately 9,000 municipal workers in sanitation, streets and maintenance went on strike. The union posted on social media that it's planning to form a picket line around City Hall on Wednesday afternoon.July 7, 2025
TV
Actor John Leguizamo hits the boxing ring and makes tortillas in Philly in new episode of his travel show
Comedian John Leguizamo highlights Philadelphia's Latino culture in Season 2 of his travel show 'Leguizamo Does America' by interviewing South Philly Barbacoa's Cristina Martinez, Phillies broadcaster Rubén Amaro Jr., Kensington clay artist Roberto Lugo and former City Councilmember Maria Quiñones-Sánchez, among others.July 7, 2025
Courts
Trial begins for Bucks County man accused of shooting and beheading his father
The trial for Justin Mohn, 33, began Monday in Bucks County. The Levittown resident has been accused of shooting his father and beheading his corpse.
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