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.
August 21, 2026
Food & Drink
Severe storms wiped out Dîner en Blanc, but some people who purchased tickets can still get a free meal
Dîner en Blanc, the annual outdoor dinner party, was canceled for the first time in 14 years due to severe storms Thursday. Guests who bought tickets can pick up food Friday at the Feast Your Eyes' headquarters.August 20, 2026
Politics
Philly named one of three finalists to host 2028 Democratic National Convention
Philadelphia on Thursday was named one of three finalists to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. Denver and Boston are also still in the running. The last time Philadelphia hosted the event was 2016.August 20, 2026
Investigations
Man who allegedly wore Halloween mask to terrorize people near City Hall identified by police
Zymire Hughes, 22, has been identified by Philadelphia police as the man who allegedly harassed people near City Hall last week while wearing a Halloween mask. He is still at large, and investigators believe he might have fled Pennsylvania.August 19, 2026
Investigations
Alleged leader of cocaine ring run out of Penn State fraternities surrenders
Agostino Abbatiello, 24, the alleged leader of a cocaine ring that operated out of Penn State University fraternities, turned himself in Tuesday. He is among 14 people facing charges for their alleged involvement.August 19, 2026
Music
Plumes, a French social media star, stops by Philly zoo to sing to gorillas, tortoises and rats
French social media star Plumes is visiting the Philadelphia Zoo this week to sing to animals. The musician shared how he fell into his crooning career, his love for animals and how he prepares for performances.August 18, 2026
Investigations
Man in Halloween mask chased people near City Hall, police say
A man wearing a Halloween mask that resembled Chucky terrorized several people in Center City last week, Philadelphia police say. Surveillance footage shows him chasing after a 40-year-old woman near City Hall.August 18, 2026
Transportation
SEPTA to add new bus routes and remove lesser-used ones starting Sunday
SEPTA will add two routes, extend service on two more and remove seven others in Phase 1 of its New Bus Network Initiative, which takes effect Sunday.August 17, 2026
Investigations
Off-duty police officer fatally shot in Southwest Philly
An off-duty Philadelphia police officer was shot and killed Sunday in Southwest Philadelphia, investigators said. A 35-year-old man also was shot. The shooting took place outside a lounge, but the motive is not clear, police said.August 17, 2026
Food & Drink
Wawa rolls out Phillies-themed smoothie, kids meal and doughnut
Wawa is selling three Phillies-themed items — a smoothie, kids meal and a doughnut — at stores in the Philadelphia region through Sept. 28.August 14, 2026
Education
Asbestos concerns at Kensington High School are forcing students to relocate to another building
Students at Kensington High School are being relocated to the Austin Meehan Middle School building in Mayfair due to an asbestos concern that arose while a new HVAC system was being installed at Kensington High School. The districts says classes will resume at Kensington High in January.
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