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

February 13, 2025

Government

Market Street block to be named for pioneering Black banker Emma Chappell

by Michaela Althouse

The 700 block of Market Street in Philadelphia also will be known as Emma Chappell Way to honor Emma Chappell, the first Black woman to establish a bank in Philadelphia. Chappell, who died at 80 in 2021, also was the treasurer for Jesse Jackson's presidential campaign in 1984.

February 12, 2025

Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and Eagles teammates shotgun beers with Jimmy Fallon

by Michaela Althouse

Eagles Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts appeared on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' to discuss their Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. They then shotgunned beers with some of the team's offensive linemen.

February 12, 2025

Food & Drink

Ex-Eagle Fletcher Cox to bartend at South Jersey pub on Thursday

by Michaela Althouse

Former Philadelphia Eagle Fletcher Cox will serve drinks at Cinder Bar in Clarksboro, New Jersey, on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 5-6:30 p.m. The Mullica Hill resident collaborated with the restaurant to create a charity burger featuring ground beef from his Texas cattle ranch.

February 11, 2025

Books

In her new book, former 'Normal Gossip' podcast host Kelsey McKinney examines the real impact of the rumor mill

by Michaela Althouse

'You Didn't Hear This From Me,' the new book from former host of 'Normal Gossip' podcast Kelsey McKinney, is a collection of essays that explores the true impact of gossip — both good and bad.

February 11, 2025

Courts

Former Philly detective sentenced to at least 2 1/2 years in prison for coercing confession in 2010 homicide case

by Michaela Althouse

James Pitts, a former detective for the Philadelphia Police Department, was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 5 years in prison, District Attorney Larry Krasner said Tuesday. He was convicted last year of physically forcing a false confession from a suspect in a 2010 robbery and lying under oath about his interrogation tactics.

February 11, 2025

Movies

Miles Teller to star as Gino Bartali, the cycling champ who helped save Jews during WWII

by Michaela Althouse

Miles Teller will star as Italian cycling legend Gino Bartali in a new biopic film. Alongside his athletic prowess, Bartali also delivered forged documents for the Italian resistance during World War II, helping to save Jews from Nazi Germany. He also sheltered a Jewish family during the war.

February 10, 2025

Entertainment

Super Bowl LIX: Photos of Eagles fans celebrating in the streets of Philadelphia

by Michaela Althouse

Thousands of fans celebrated in the streets of Philadelphia on Sunday night after the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs to win their second Super Bowl title, holding dance parties, climbing lampposts and showing their pride. Here's what that looked like.

February 10, 2025

Social Media

Eagles fans partied in the streets of Center City following Super Bowl win

by Michaela Althouse

Hoards of fans celebrated in Center City after the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs to win the Super Bowl. Attendees say it was an even larger crowd than 2018, and some decided to knock over lamp posts instead of climbing them.

February 7, 2025

Mental Health

Anxious to fly after the recent plane crashes? Here are ways to cope with those fears

by Michaela Althouse

Some travelers may be experiencing anxiety around flying after recent disasters — including a medical jet that crashed in Northeast Philadelphia a week ago. Experts' tips to cope with those fears include finding a distraction, taking deep breaths and learning facts about flying.

February 7, 2025

Pop Culture

'Jewish Matchmaking' star to share dating tips at Weitzman Museum event

by Michaela Althouse

Aleeza Ben Shalom, host of 'Jewish Matchmaking' on Netflix, will be at the Weitzman Museum on Thursday, Feb. 13, to share dating advice and sign copies of her new book, "Matchmaker, Matchmaker." Afterward, young professionals can take part in a singles event. Tickets cost $45 and include a signed copy of Ben Shalom's book.