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.
February 11, 2026
Celebrities
Travis Kelce recalls the way Kylie Kelce made his brother Jason lovestruck
On Wednesday's episode of 'New Heights,' Travis Kelce shared his first impressions of his sister-in-law, Kylie Kelce, saying he could tell she was a 'sweetheart' that had an 'underlying toughness.'February 10, 2026
Courts
Philly's collar counties are backing the city's legal fight to restore the Presidents House exhibit
Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties are calling on the federal government to restore the Presidents House exhibit at Independence National Historical Park. Philly filed a lawsuit claiming the National Park Service illegally removed panels describing the lives of the nine slaves George Washington kept in Philly during his presidency.February 10, 2026
Government
City explores establishing Child Welfare Commission to advise on family policies and inform public of resources
Philadelphia City Council is considering legislation to form the Child Welfare Commission, a 15-person advisory body on family policies and systems. If approved, the measure would create a ballot question for the November elections.February 9, 2026
Weather
Philly just received 15,000 tons of road salt, but environmentalists warn about the lingering effects of overuse
About 15,000 tons of road salt was delivered to the city Thursday, the Philadelphia Streets Department said. While the de-icing method keeps streets safe, environmentalists warn it can be harmful to plants, animals and water sources.February 9, 2026
Senior Health
A brain game may cut risk of Alzheimer's disease by 25%, study finds
Some older adults who complete specific cognitive exercises, called speed training, may lower their risk of developing dementia by 25%, new research shows. It's the first 'clear documentation' that cognitive training may lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease, one expert says.February 9, 2026
Nature
King of Prussia Mall display offers glimpse of Philadelphia Flower Show
The King of Prussia Mall is displaying a floral installation that previews the Philadelphia Flower Show, which is coming to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Feb. 28 to March 8. The KOP Mall display can be found in the luxury wing.February 6, 2026
Food & Drink
Geno's Steaks continues expansion outside Philly with new shop opening next month in Baltimore
Geno's Steaks will continue its expansion outside Philly and open a new shop in Baltimore on March 5. The move to Maryland comes months after the cheesesteak restaurant opened a location in Hampton, Virginia.February 5, 2026
Government
Exemption to overnight curfew would allow gyms and fitness centers to open before 6 a.m.
Councilmember Cindy Bass proposed an amendment to the overnight curfew law that would allow gyms and fitness centers in Philadelphia's 7th and 8th districts to open before 6 a.m.February 4, 2026
History
City accepting submissions for original quote to etch into Harriet Tubman statue
Creative Philadelphia, the city's office of arts and culture, is holding an open call for an original quote that will appear on the back of the Harriet Tubman statue, which will soon be placed outside City Hall.February 4, 2026
Investigations
Ex-Eagle Kevin Johnson's death may be linked to 3 other homicides
Los Angeles County investigators say the death of former Eagle Kevin Johnson may be linked to three other homicides involving people living in the same homeless encampment. Johnson was found dead in Jan. 21 with blunt force head trauma and stab wounds.Just In
- Two museums are looking back on the entire history of American art through political teapots and a 'death cart'
- PAWS offering name-your-fee adoptions after garage collapse caused evacuation
- Philly real estate agent sentenced to prison for $3.1 million fraud scheme
- Report: Sixers signing Dalen Terry to standard contract; Cam Payne to be waived
- Germantown poets wrote through their grief from gun violence. Now their work will cover bus shelters and sidewalks
- WNBA officially expanding to Philadelphia
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