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

April 25, 2024

Jobs

Aramark workers at Wells Fargo Center go on strike ahead of 76ers playoff game

by Michaela Althouse

Aramark workers at the Wells Fargo Center went on strike ahead of Thursday's 76ers home playoff game against the Knicks as they continue to fight for better wages and health care benefits.

April 25, 2024

Fitness

At next month's Beerathon 5K, runners can cheers after every mile

by Michaela Althouse

At the Beerathon 5K, runners can grab a beer after every mile and stop at a craft brewing festival after the race. Runners and beer enthusiasts can choose to do just the race, just the festival or both.

April 24, 2024

2024 Election

Philly voters approve ballot question to give neighborhood groups legal aid in zoning cases

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia voters passed a ballot measure that requires the city to provide legal assistance to registered community organizations that are sued for their decisions in zoning cases. The ballot questions was supported by 66% of city voters during Tuesday's primary election.

April 23, 2024

Investigations

Police searching for 3 suspects tied to shooting near SEPTA transit hub in March

by Michaela Althouse

Philly police released surveillance video from the double shooting outside of Arrott Transportation Center in Frankford on March 25, 2024. Stephen Young, 33, was fatally shot and another man was wounded. Police are offering a $20,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of three suspects.

April 23, 2024

Food & Drink

Mom-Mom's Kitchen, Carbon Copy Brewing to open inside former Lunar Inn in Port Richmond

by Michaela Althouse

Carbon Copy Brewing and pierogi truck Mom-Mom's Kitchen are opening shop inside the former Lunar Inn at 3124 Richmond St. in Port Richmond. This will be the second location for Carbon Coby, which also has a location in West Philly. It's the first restaurant for Mom-Mom's Kitchen.

April 20, 2024

Odd News

American Airlines added nonstop flights to Brazil for Eagles season opener

by Michaela Althouse

Starting Monday, fans can get their hands on a nonstop ticket to the Eagles season opener in Sao Paolo, Brazil, courtesy of American Airlines. This will be the first time the airline has a direct flight to South America.

April 20, 2024

Sapphira Cristál lost 'RuPaul's Drag Race' but won Philly's heart

by Michaela Althouse

During the Season 16 finale of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Philly's Sapphira Cristál was named both runner-up and Miss Congeniality. But her performance throughout the season won the hearts of Philadelphians.

April 20, 2024

Investigations

Voorhees Town Center closed this weekend following fire

by Michaela Althouse

Voorhees Town Center, a New Jersey mall, is closed for weekend following a fire at the food court Friday evening. Officials say the blaze reached two alarms at one point and tenants had to be evacuated, but no injuries were reported.

April 19, 2024

Food & Drink

Wokworks will open its first Jersey Shore location in Margate this summer

by Michaela Althouse

Fast-casual stir-fry chain Wokworks will open a new location in Margate in June. Owner Brennan Foxman said the new spot will add options including peach yuzu slushies and dry pepper Korean fried wings.

April 19, 2024

Food & Drink

Olde Kensington's the Ground Coffee is coming to Rittenhouse

by Michaela Althouse

The Ground Coffee, which opened in Olde Kensington in 2022, is opening a second location on Monday in Rittenhouse Square. The new store will have coffee, bubble tea, sandwiches, pastries, plants and more.