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.
December 10, 2025
Transportation
Columbus Boulevard ramp to I-95 to close Thursday due to capping project
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
Food & Drink
How has a Michelin star changed Philly's acclaimed restaurants?
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.December 9, 2025
TV
Philly native Sheinelle Jones named Jenna Bush Hager's permanent co-host for final hour of NBC's 'Today' show
Sheinelle Jones, a Philly native and onetime anchor of 'Good Day Philadelphia,' will permanently replace Hoda Kotb as Jenna Bush Hager's co-host for the final hour of the 'Today' show on NBC.December 9, 2025
Investigations
Philly youth football players charged with stealing merchandise from Dick's Sporting Goods store in Florida
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 8, 2025
Donations
These Philly groups are accepting food, clothes and gift donations during the holidays
These Philadelphia organizations are accepting food, clothing and gift donations to help people in need during the holidays. Here's what they need and how to get the items to them.December 8, 2025
Arts & Culture
Alex Cooper's 'Call Her Daddy' podcast nominated for new Golden Globe Award
The 2026 Golden Globe nominees include Alex Cooper's 'Call Her Daddy' — one of six podcasts nominated in the new podcast category. Amanda Seyfried and Mark Ruffalo received nominations for their roles in TV shows set in the Philly region. And 'Abbott Elementary' earned its 10th nomination since it premiered in 2021.December 6, 2025
Government
'Just part of the legislative process': Council president downplays tension over delay to Parker's housing plan
Mayor Cherelle Parker's H.O.M.E. initiative won't get final approval until next year after City Council amended the budget. Both sides say their relationship remains strong.December 5, 2025
Arts & Culture
Just more than a decade ago, architect Frank Gehry proposed a dramatic change to the Rocky Steps
Frank Gehry, the renowned architect who died Friday at 96, once wanted to remove part of the Philadelphia Art Museum's Rocky steps to install a 24-foot window.December 3, 2025
LGBTQ
William Way LGBT Community Center to stay in its Spruce Street location after securing funding for renovations
The William Way LGBT Community Center has secured funding necessary to complete a renovation project that will allow it to stay in its longtime headquarters on Spruce Street. The organization had planned to permanently close the building Dec. 19. Instead, it will temporarily vacate while the work is completed.December 3, 2025
Business
Forbes' 30 Under 30 list features nine Philly-area people, including the creator of a kid-safe power tool
Nine people from the Philly area were on this year's 30 Under 30 list from Forbes. Eagles players Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts, TikTok influencer Bran Flakezz and founders of a local meal service were among those honored.
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