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.
March 1, 2024
Illness
People with COVID-19 can stop isolating once they are fever free and feeling better, CDC says
People with COVID-19 no longer need to isolate once they have been fever-free for 24 hours without medication and have improving symptoms, according to the CDC's new guidelines for respiratory illnesses. At that point, people can resume normal activities but they are advised to wear a mask and take other precautions for another five days.February 29, 2024
Jobs
Ultimo Coffee workers end strike, reach settlement with owners
Ultimo Coffee employees at the Newbold and Rittenhouse locations went on strike as union leaders and owners met Thursday to try to finalize a deal.February 28, 2024
Investigations
East Lansdowne shooter 'took the why to his grave,' official says
District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said there was no history of mental illness in the family or an indication of what could have caused the incident, which killed six people.February 28, 2024
Transportation
I-95 South to close overnight next week for highway capping project
I-95 South in Philadelphia will close between the I-676 and Callowhill Street exit and the Morris Street on-ramp for four nights beginning Monday, March 4, so work can continue on the $329 million project to expand the highway cap near Penn's Landing.February 28, 2024
Shopping
Fate of Center City Macy's is unclear with chain planning to close 150 stores
The retailer announced plans on Tuesday to close 150 stores, about 30% of it's existing location. Macy's declined to share whether or not Philly-area stores would be impacted.February 27, 2024
Celebrities
Taylor Swift's father allegedly punched a photographer in Australia
Photographer Ben McDonald alleges that Taylor Swift's father, Scott Swift, punched him as the singer exited a yacht following her final 'Eras Tour' show in Australia. Swift's team says two people had pushing their way through to reach the singer.February 27, 2024
Transportation
Automated license plate readers will be installed on 4 Delaware River bridges
Four bridges over the Delaware River will get automated license plate readers. The devices, which law enforcement can use to monitor drivers, will be installed on the Betsy Ross, Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman and Commodore Barry bridges.February 26, 2024
Food & Drink
Human Robot and Ya Fav Trashman join forces on new beer for fundraiser
Terrill Haigler, better known as Ya Fav Trashman, is partnering with Kensington brewery Human Robot to launch Ya Fav Lager. Proceeds will benefit the Michael James Jackson Foundation, which supports minority brewers and distillers.February 26, 2024
Investigations
Man electrocuted after falling onto Broad Street Line tracks
A man died after falling onto the Broad Street Line subway tracks at City Hall station around 4:30 a.m. Monday morning. He was electrocuted after coming into contact with the electrified third rail.February 24, 2024
Crime
Philly will deploy more officers on Friday and Saturday nights, police say
Starting this weekend, more officers will be on the streets on Friday and Saturday nights. The Philadelphia Police Department just announced a mobile surge unit that will travel around the city aiding officers.Just In
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