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 28, 2026
Movies
New documentary, '1776 Seconds,' examines Philly life during America's 250th birthday
A new documentary, '1776 Seconds: Philadelphia Illuminated,' uses footage shot during block parties and community events to capture life in Philly during the United States' 250th birthday celebrations. The film, from Creative Philadelphia, premieres Aug. 4 on the facade of City Hall.July 28, 2026
Recreation
Six Flags reveals new roller coaster that it says will break or set six world records
Six Flags Great Adventure unveiled its new roller coaster, the Bakunawa, on Tuesday. The park says the 382-foot tall attraction will be among the five tallest roller coasters in the world and will hold six world records.July 27, 2026
Health News
Red Cross declares national blood crisis, offers incentives for donations
The American Red Cross declared a national blood crisis Monday due to a sharp drop in donations. The organization is offering gift cards as an incentive to donors, and particularly needs type O blood.July 24, 2026
Courts
Federal government drops request for names of Penn's Jewish students, staff
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission agreed to drop its lawsuit asking Penn to turn over the names and contact information of Jewish students and staff. In exchange, the school said it will retract its appeal.July 24, 2026
Investigations
Police searching for potential witness of hit-and-run crash that killed Temple student last month
Police are asking for the public's help to identify a potential witness to a fatal hit-and-run on Kelly Drive. Temple student Bryce Wolfe, 20, was killed after he was struck by a white SUV and dragged for over a mile on June 24.July 24, 2026
Health News
CDC adds Pennsylvania to list of cyclosporiasis outbreak states
Federal health officials added Pennsylvania to a list of nine states named in the outbreak of cyclosporiasis tied to contaminated lettuce served at Taco Bells. The outbreak has sickened thousands across the country.July 23, 2026
Health News
Rittenhouse Square dental office that closed due to unsanitary practices is set to reopen
Smiles at Rittenhouse, now operating at Smiles at the Square, will reopen after dentist Kirti Chopra's license was reinstated this month. In May, patients were asked to get tested for HIV and hepatitis due to unsanitary practices at the office.July 23, 2026
Movies
Documentary to explore life of former Philly radio host whose mother fatally shot her father
Former Philly radio host Lois Burak is the subject of an upcoming documentary about how she navigated life after her mother fatally shot her father in 1982.July 23, 2026
Investigations
Jenkintown man allegedly impersonated FBI agent at Philly grocery store
Seok Joon Lee, 54, of Jenkintown, was charged in federal court with impersonating an FBI agent. He walked into a Philadelphia grocery store in April and attempted to perform a 'security check,' authorities say.July 22, 2026
TV
Saquon Barkley shows off hurdling skills in new DirecTV commercial
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley literally jumps through hoops in a new commercial for DirecTV to mimic the difficulty of navigating streaming services to find live sports.Just In
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