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.
September 16, 2024
Investigations
Demolition work begins on Frankford buildings that caught fire last week
Demolition work began Monday on the two commercial buildings that caught fire on the 1200 block of Adams Avenue in the Frankford section of Philadelphia on Friday, Sept. 13. No one was injured in the four-alarm blaze, which remains under investigation, but several residents were displaced.September 13, 2024
Healthy Eating
The FDA wants to put nutrition warnings on the fronts of food packages to reduce obesity, other health conditions
Food and drink packages may soon have front-of-package nutrition labels that warn of high amounts of added sugars, sodium or saturated fats. The FDA plans has been considering several label options and plans to make a formal proposal this October. The change is aimed at reducing obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other health conditions.September 13, 2024
Celebrities
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts reveals engagement to longtime girlfriend Bry Burrows
In photos published Friday with Essence, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Bry Burrows.September 13, 2024
Transportation
City Council lobbies for Harrisburg to fix SEPTA's $240 million budget deficit
Philadelphia City Council members are urging leaders in Harrisburg to provide more money for SEPTA, which is faced with a $240 million budget deficit.To boost revenue, on Sept. 23, SEPTA will reinstate parking fees for vehicles at its station lots. And it has proposed ending discounts for riders who use SEPTA Key cards and other contactless payment methods on buses, subways, trolleys and Regional Rail trains.September 12, 2024
2024 Election
City Council approves plan to help seniors at nursing homes with mail-in voting process
City Council approve the Platinum Voters initiative, which will help seniors with the mail-in voting process. The Office of the City Commissioners will distribute mail-in ballot applications to nursing homes. After seniors receive ballots, the office will set specific dates for secure collection, and receipts will be provided to voters.September 11, 2024
Investigations
Jaime Roman, the Philly police officer shot during traffic stop in June, dies
Philadelphia Police Officer Jaime Roman died Tuesday at Temple University Hospital nearly three months after he was shot in the neck as a he pursued a man following a traffic stop in Kensington, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said. The alleged shooter, Ramon Rodriguez Vázquez, now has been charged with murder.September 11, 2024
Food & Drink
After starting a bakery out of her home, New June owner to open first store in Brewerytown
New June bakery, which is known for its vintage-style occasion cakes, is opening its first brick-and-mortar location this fall at 2623 W. Girard Ave. in Brewerytown. Owner Noelle Blizzard started the business out of her home and has built a loyal following through pop-up events and decorating classes.September 10, 2024
2024 Election
Road closures, SEPTA detours ramp up Tuesday ahead of presidential debate at National Constitution Center
Early Tuesday a security perimeter was established by the U.S. Secret Service that covers the blocks surrounding the National Constitution Center, Sixth and Arch streets. The perimeter stretches from Market Street north to Race Street and west of Fourth Street to Seventh Street. The 700 block of Race Street is closed along with the roadways around Franklin Square.September 10, 2024
Food & Drink
Meetinghouse, My Loup named to Bon Appétit's best new restaurants list
Two Philly restaurants, Kensington's Meetinghouse and Rittenhouse's My Loup, were named to Bon Appétit's best new restaurants list, featuring 20 eateries from across the country. The list went through a six-month selection period and includes dining spots opened between March 2023 and March 2024.September 10, 2024
2024 Election
Rallies for contraception rights, Palestine and more are planned ahead of tonight's presidential debate
Protesters supporting reproductive rights, Palestine and more a planning rallies around Philadelphia ahead of Tuesday's presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.Just In
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