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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

September 22, 2026

Arts & Culture

Artist selling 'Bird Gang' T-shirts to raise money to repaint 35-foot pigeon mural

by Michaela Althouse

A 35-foot mural of a pigeon in Fishtown was obstructed by a new apartment building. Now, the artist is selling 'Bird Gang' T-shirts to raise money to repaint it elsewhere in the neighborhood and in Graduate Hospital.

September 21, 2026

Government

SNAP recipients in Pa. to get small bump in monthly payments and more secure cards in near future

by Michaela Althouse

SNAP recipients will see a small increase in monthly payments starting Oct. 1. The change comes after officials in Pennsylvania announced a plan to invest $7 million to upgrade SNAP card technology to prevent theft.

September 21, 2026

Health News

Health officials warn of a measles exposure at the Philly airport

by Michaela Althouse

Health officials reported a possible measles exposure on Sep. 13-14 at the Philadelphia International Airport. A traveler passing through the city stopped in Terminals B and F and passed through Terminals C, D and E.