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 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.September 9, 2024
Investigations
3 juveniles arrested for threatening shootings at 5 South Jersey schools
Three juveniles were arrested for threatening shootings at five schools in South Jersey: Woodbury Junior-Senior High School in Woodbury, Thomas Bowe Middle School in Glassboro, Holy Angels Catholic School in Woodbury, Haddon Heights Junior-Senior High School in Haddon Heights and Oak Valley School in Wenonah. Police said no one is at risk, though some schools closed out of precaution.September 6, 2024
Senior Health
Light pollution, known to affect circadian rhythms, also may increase Alzheimer's risk
Exposure to light pollution may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, a new study suggests. Researchers found Alzheimer's was more prevalent in areas with high amounts of light pollution – like Philadelphia. The association was stronger than several other factors, including alcohol abuse, obesity and heart failure, but weaker than links to hypertension and diabetes.September 6, 2024
Government
Thousands of city workers get pay raise with contract extension, but the union isn't thrilled about the deal
Mayor Cherelle Parker announced Friday that officials negotiated a one-year contract extension with DC 47, the union for thousands of city employees. The new deal includes a pay raise and bonus, but the union says it's less than what other organizations received.September 5, 2024
Investigations
Man, 33, fatally shot in Old City late Wednesday night, police say
A 33-year-old man was fatally shot Wednesday night at Second and Chestnut streets in Old City by someone in a stopped car, Philadelphia police said. Surveillance video shows the man approaching the driver's side window, the car door opening and the man falling to the ground. Police are still looking for the shooter.September 5, 2024
Transportation
Drivers who stop in Philly's bike lanes would face fines under proposed bill
Motorists who park or stop in bike lanes in Philadelphia would face fines under a bill introduced to City Council on Thursday. The legislation was among several bike safety measures introduced following the death of Dr. Barbara Friedes, who was killed by a suspected drunk driver while biking in Center City in July.September 4, 2024
Family-Friendly
'Ice Dinosaurs' exhibit at Academy of Natural Sciences gives a glimpse into the world of Arctic predators
'Ice Dinosaurs,' a new exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University set to open Sept. 28, tells the story of a family of Troodons, feathered raptors who lived at the Arctic Circle and spent half the year in darkness.September 4, 2024
Investigations
Three pallets of seafood stolen from tractor-trailer in South Philadelphia
Thieves stole three pallets of seafood from a truck parked at Seventh Street and Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia early Wednesday morning. It's the latest in a string of cargo thefts in the city. Last month, $10,000 worth of tuna was taken from Samuels Seafood Co., just several blocks away.Just In
- A Pierre Robert mural is coming to Center City, but its exact site is undetermined
- Red Cross is offering gift cards to encourage spring blood donations
- As data centers spread in Pa., lawmakers are proposing guardrails. Community activists want a moratorium
- Sixers mock draft roundup 1.0: An early look at the options for No. 22 overall pick
- Abandoned puppies found in Old City for second time in months
- Report: Phils ace Zack Wheeler to return Saturday vs. Braves
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