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 22, 2024
Crime
911 call center gets boost, including raises for dispatchers and a new system with more location transparency
Philadelphia police introduced measures to improve the 911 call center on Thursday, including raises for dispatchers and a new system for calls that will allow for more location transparency.August 21, 2024
Books
Temple professor Liz Moore opens up about her new book, 'The God of The Woods,' on 'The Tonight Show'
Novelist Liz Moore, a Temple University professor, appeared on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on Tuesday to discuss her latest book 'The God of the Woods.' She opened up about her writing process and what it's like to have two bestselling novels.August 20, 2024
Government
Montgomery County Republican says police were wrongly sent to his house due to his support for Kamala Harris
Matthew McCaffery, who represents Upper Merion Township in the Montgomery County Republican Committee, appeared on CNN Friday in support of Kamala Harris. Later that night, he says someone reported a fake emergency at his house, prompting the police to respond.August 20, 2024
Politics
State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta to speak at the DNC on Tuesday night
State Rep. Malcom Kenyatta, of Philadelphia, will speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Tuesday night. He'll be tasked with condemning Project 2026, the conservative blueprint to revamp the executive branch. Other speakers include Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the Obamas.August 19, 2024
Investigations
Two teenagers shot near Olney High School early Monday morning
Two teenage boys are in critical condition after being shot near Olney High School's athletic fields early Monday morning, Philadelphia police said. Authorities are looking for four suspects who fled in an SUV. Police recovered 26 shell casings at two scenes located several blocks apart.August 19, 2024
Politics
Sen. John Fetterman says he's skipping the DNC to spend time with his family
Sen. John Fetterman won't be attending this year's Democratic National Convention, which takes place this week in Chicago. He reportedly said he will instead be spending time with his family.August 19, 2024
Nature
Adventure Aquarium offers free annual membership program for preschoolers
The Adventure Aquarium in Camden opened registration Monday for its Pre-K Kids Adventure Pass, which offers a year of free admission for children ages 2 to 5. Parents can register online and need to show proof of age at the box office.August 9, 2024
Food & Drink
Center City Restaurant Week returns in September – and it's bringing back its former $40 meal option
Center City Restaurant Week takes place Sept. 8-21. More than 100 restaurants are offering two-course lunches for $20 and three-course dinners for $40 or $60.August 9, 2024
Investigations
New Jersey man allegedly stole a plane and crashed it in Atlantic County
Robert Wagner, 42, of Point Pleasant, New Jersey, is facing charges for allegedly stealing an airplane from a hanger in Pemberton, Atlantic County on Tuesday and crashing it Wednesday in Corbin City. Police say he confessed to stealing the plane and to two burglaries.August 9, 2024
Neighborhoods
Fishtown to string lights over several segments of Frankford Avenue
The Fishtown Business Improvement District plans to install solar-powered string lights over several streets in the neighborhood. The first set of lights, which cost $6,500, are going up on the 2400 block of Frankford Avenue in September. The lights can change color and be controlled by a phone app.Just In
- Full injury reports for Sixers-Pistons
- 'Silver Linings Playbook' is being adapted into a musical
- Mural of LeBron James replaces painting of Phillies' 'Daycare' trio in Fishtown
- Job-based health plan costs rise, with little relief in sight
- Sixers' Jaylen Brown says former Celtics teammate Jayson Tatum 'has a great PR team' and 'should stay ready at all times'
- 'The Haunting of Pennhurst' documents a haunted attraction's even scarier past
- Think you can beat Rocky? Timed race up Art Museum steps set for Nov. 7
- Delaware Renaissance Faire opens Halloween weekend with knight battles and trick-or-treating
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