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

September 29, 2026

Food & Drink

Brothers behind Adoro to open another Italian BYOB in former Two Robbers taproom in South Philly

by Michaela Althouse

The brothers behind Adoro in Queen Village plans to open another Italian BYOB called Ravello at the former Two Robbers tasting room in South Philly. The restaurant is named after a town on Italy's Amalfi Coast.

September 29, 2026

Government

DHS hasn't removed Brian Dawkins video despite the NFL calling for it to be taken down

by Michaela Althouse

The Department of Homeland Security has not removed a video that features a Brian Dawkins montage as a response to a group of migrants approaching the U.S. southern border. The former Eagles star has said he did not give DHS permission to use his likeness, and the NFL has requested the video be taken down.

September 29, 2026

Politics

These numbers show the Shapiro-Garrity gubernatorial race is lopsided in polling, fundraising and name recognition

by Michaela Althouse

Five weeks before Election Day, the gubernatorial race between incumbent Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro and Republican challenger Stacy Garrity is lopsided in polling, campaign funding and name recognition with voters.

September 28, 2026

Investigations

As police re-examine Horsch house linked to missing women, Olney block to be closed to traffic

by Michaela Althouse

Investigators are returning to the Horsch home, which is linked to seven missing women, to look for additional evidence. The 400 block of Chew Avenue will be closed to traffic from Sept. 28-29 and Oct. 5-16.

September 28, 2026

Weather

Jersey Shore grapples with heavy erosion, flooding as nor'easter begins moving out

by Michaela Althouse

The nor'easter that hit the Jersey Shore over the weekend caused the worst flooding and erosion since Superstorm Sandy in 2012. The National Weather Service expects skies to clear by Tuesday.

September 25, 2026

Weather

Jersey Shore under state of emergency as nor'easter moves in

by Michaela Althouse

Eight New Jersey countiesare under a state of emergency as a nor'easter storm moves into the area. Coastal communities can expect heavy rain, high winds and possible flooding.

September 25, 2026

History

A peek inside Lynnewood Hall, the Gilded Age mansion that is being restored after sitting vacant for decades

by Michaela Althouse

Portions of Lynnewood Hall, a Gilded Age mansion in Elkins Park, are open to the public as part of the Fleurs de Villes flower show through Oct. 4. The 110,000-square-foot home is undergoing a yearslong restoration process.

September 24, 2026

Government

City Council calls on the state 'to step up to the plate to control' Flock cameras

by Michaela Althouse

City Council unanimously approved a resolution Thursday asking the state to ban or add regulations on Flock cameras and other automatic license plate readers, which critics say are an invasion of privacy.

September 24, 2026

Arts & Culture

Here are 5 'artifacts' in the Museum of the Philadelphian, an ode to residents' gritty reputation

by Michaela Althouse

The Museum of the Philadelphian, a new pop-up dedicated to the gritty reputation of residents, opens Friday in Fishtown. Here's a look at the collection — from a Dollar Dog Night bun to a papier-mâché pole to grease.

September 23, 2026

Food & Drink

Zahav expands its hummus varieties sold at grocery stores

by Michaela Althouse

Zahav Foods is now selling two new hummus flavors — matbucha and harissa — at Whole Foods, Giant and McCaffrey's stores. The Philly restaurant now offers four hummus flavors in stores.