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 11, 2024

Odd News

'Professional walker' to stop in Philly as his 400-day trek across U.S. nears end

by Michaela Althouse

Holden Minor Ringer, a self-proclaimed 'professional walker,' has spent 400 days trekking across the country and plans to reach Philadelphia this weekend.

April 10, 2024

Pop Culture

Trucks for Barbie and Hello Kitty make pit stops in Philly area this month

by Michaela Althouse

Two pop-culture-themed trucks will be rolling into the Philly area in unrelated events this month. The Barbie Truck Tour will stop in Ardmore on April 13 and Bridgewater on April 20. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will make an appearance at the Philadelphia Fashion District on April 20.

April 10, 2024

Investigations

Police officer purposely struck by ATV rider on I-95, investigators say

by Michaela Althouse

A Philadelphia Police officer was intentionally struck by an ATV driver on I-95 North on Tuesday evening, investigators said. The officer, who was riding a dirt bike, suffered minor injuries. The suspect was arrested in the Frankford area, investigators said.

April 9, 2024

Arts & Culture

New Hope Film Festival to show Malcolm Kenyatta documentary

by Michaela Althouse

"Kenyatta: Do Not Wait Your Turn," which tells the story of state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta (D), will show at the New Hope Film Festival on Saturday, April 13. It will be the first time the film is being publicly shown in the area.

April 9, 2024

Jobs

Aramark workers at Wells Fargo Center declare a one-day strike

by Michaela Althouse

Aramark workers will picket outside the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday as part of a one-day strike. The workers, who often also work at Citizens Bank Park and Lincoln Financial Field, have been seeking higher wages and better full-time benefits.

April 8, 2024

Business

Sprouts Farmers Market to open 2 new stores in Philly in June

by Michaela Althouse

Sprouts Farmers Market will new stores at Roosevelt Mall in Northeast Philadelphia and Quartermaster Plaza in South Philly on June 14 and June 21, respectively. The organic grocery chain opened its first location in Philadelphia on South Broad Street in 2018. It has four more stores planned for the region.

April 8, 2024

Investigations

I-95 reopens after Sunday afternoon shooting near Walt Whitman Bridge

by Michaela Althouse

A shooting on I-95 in South Philadelphia prompted an hours-long shutdown of the highway on Sunday afternoon. Pennsylvania State Police said shots were fired at 1 p.m. between exits 19 and 20 – not far from the Walt Whitman Bridge. As of Sunday night, they had not stated whether anyone was injured.

April 5, 2024

Odd News

Live broadcasts, home videos capture earthquake confusion by people and pets

by Michaela Althouse

While the 4.8-magnitude earthquake could be felt from Boston to Washington, D.C., as of Friday evening there were no reports of serious injuries or major damage — making the rare Northeast tremor ripe for memes, jokes and wild theories.

April 5, 2024

Transportation

Northbound section of I-95 in Port Richmond to remain closed into weekend

by Michaela Althouse

A northbound section of I-95 in Port Richmond has been closed since a truck carrying an oversized load hit a railroad bridge Monday. Officials said repairs will continue into the weekend after weather delays.

April 4, 2024

Jobs

Stadium workers gain City Council support as strike with Aramark looms

by Michaela Althouse

Aramark workers at the Wells Fargo Center gained City Council support Thursday. Stadium workers are asking for higher wages and health care, but union leaders said they are 'nowhere near a deal' with the food service provider.