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

March 26, 2024

Investigations

Shooting at SEPTA bus terminal in Frankford kills 1 man and injures another

by Michaela Althouse

A man was killed and another man was wounded during a double shooting at SEPTA's Arnott Transportation Center in Frankford on Monday night, according to Philadelphia police. The shooting occurred at the bus terminal near Griscom and Arnott Streets. No arrests have been made. It's the latest in a string of shootings on SEPTA buses or at bus stops.

March 25, 2024

Jobs

Aramark workers at Wells Fargo Center could strike for higher wages, benefits

by Michaela Althouse

Aramark workers at the Wells Fargo Center voted this weekend in favor of authorizing a strike. They say that they're working full-time hours between all three sports venues, but they're not considered full-time employees due to the company's contract structure.

March 25, 2024

Politics

New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy ends her campaign for U.S. Senate

by Michaela Althouse

Tammy Murphy, the wife of New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, suspended her U.S. Senate campaign on Sunday. She was running to replace Robert Menendez, who faces federal corruption charges. The move leaves U.S. Rep. Andy Kim as the favorite to win the Democratic nomination. Menendez may run as an independent.

March 22, 2024

Education

Quinta Brunson will receive honorary degree from Temple

by Michaela Althouse

'Abbott Elementary' creator and star Quinta Brunson will receive an honorary degree from Temple and address the graduating class during the school's commencement on May 8. Before becoming a showrunner, she attended the university and was on TUTV.

March 22, 2024

Shopping

Maison Braun, a new luxury clothing store in Rittenhouse, aims to elevate Philly's status in the fashion world

by Michaela Althouse

Maison Braun, the new luxury clothing store from Philadelphia fashion designer Darryl Brown, opens Saturday at 1721 Spruce St. in Rittenhouse. Brown said he envisions Maison Braun as premier luxury shop capable of becoming a Philadelphia fashion house. The store offers custom designs and made-to-order formalwear, including suits.

March 21, 2024

Arts & Culture

The Weitzman Museum, which celebrates Jewish American heritage, may join the Smithsonian

by Michaela Althouse

New legislation in Congress could lead to the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia becoming part of the Smithsonian Institution. A bipartisan act would create a commission to study the possibility of transferring the museum to the Smithsonian, which currently includes 21 museums. The Weitzman would remain in Philly.

March 21, 2024

Neighborhoods

Philly homeowners claim bad actors are abusing the blighted property act

by Michaela Althouse

Councilmembers held a hearing on Act 135, which allows entities to become conservators of abandoned and blighted properties. City homeowners claim the measure is being abused by developers who are looking for properties in prominent neighborhoods.

March 20, 2024

Food & Drink

Mural City Cellars to open new winery in Fishtown

by Michaela Althouse

Mural City Cellars, an urban winery in Philadelphia, is moving to a new spot inside a former auto body shop at 1831 Frankford Ave. in Fishtown. The new space will serve as a wine-making facility, bottle shop and wine bar. People can enjoy local wines, beers and charcuterie. It is open Thursdays through Mondays.

March 20, 2024

Religion

American Bible Society to close its museum on Independence Mall

by Michaela Althouse

The Faith and Liberty Discovery Center will be closing on March 28, 2024. The American Bible Society spent $60 million to build the museum, which opened on Independence Mall in 2021. Since then, the nonprofit has faced leadership changes, donor losses and museum revenue challenges.

March 20, 2024

Food & Drink

Philly has a tool to help you find your farmers market

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia Department of Public Health created a Farmers' Market Finder that helps residents location markets around the city. The tool also provides important info, like a market's schedule, hours and payment options.