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.
April 8, 2026
Environment
Fireball seen in the skies Tuesday afternoon was a meteor, NASA says
A meteor caused the fireball in the skies seen by many people on the East Coast on Tuesday afternoon, NASA says. The meteor traveled from Long Island to Galloway, New Jersey, which is near Atlantic City.April 8, 2026
Courts
Bucks County men charged in bombing attempt at New York City protest wanted to 'start terror,' prosecutors say
Two Bucks County men charged in an attempted bombing at a protest outside the home of the New York City mayor last month wanted to 'start terror,' according to a new indictment.April 7, 2026
Education
Community College of Philadelphia has failed to keep promises made to avert a strike last year, union says
The American Federation of Teachers Local 2026 says the Community College of Philadelphia has not kept promises it made last year to avert a strike. The union says it committed to provide students with free SEPTA passes and to reopen a child care center on campus.April 7, 2026
Investigations
Ex-Cooper Hospital worker charged with stealing medical supplies valued at $2.5 million
Marci Staub, 44, allegedly stole more than $2.5 million worth of medical supplies from Cooper University Hospital in Camden, prosecutors said Monday. The former surgical assistant has been charged with theft and related offenses.April 6, 2026
Health News
Wawa recalls lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch sold at Philly-area stores
Wawa has recalled 16-ounce bottles of its fruit punch, diet lemonade, lemon iced tea and diet lemon iced tea sold at stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. The drinks may contain an undeclared milk allergen.April 6, 2026
Weather
Despite incoming cold front and recent rains, there's an elevated risk of wildfires in Pa. and N.J.
Parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania are at an elevated risk of wildfire spread despite recent rains and an incoming cold front. A National Weather Service official said April is peak season for forest blazes in the area.April 3, 2026
Music
Glenside record store to sell late WMMR DJ Pierre Robert's CD and vinyl collection
The record and CD collection of late WMMR DJ Pierre Robert will be available for sale at Vinyl Chickie in Glenside on April 18. Some of the more rare items will be up for auction, but most are priced from $10-$100.April 3, 2026
Museums
Check out these 14 exhibits at Philly museums that honor America's 250th birthday
Want to learn more about the American history being celebrated this summer and how the country has developed over 250 years? Check out these exhibits at Philadelphia museums and institutions.April 3, 2026
Education
Penn community says proposed changes to guidelines on campus demonstrations infringe on free speech
The University of Pennsylvania released a new proposal for its open expression guidelines this week. But students and staff say it's 'rolling back freedoms when it comes to free speech.'April 2, 2026
History
As Artemis II embarks on lunar mission, here's a look back at Philly's moonwalker
As the Artemis II has embarked on its mission to become the first crewed spacecraft to go into lunar orbit since 1972, here's a look back at Philly's own moonwalker, Pete Conrad.
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