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 12, 2024
Lawsuits
Faculty group sues Penn for complying with House committee's antisemitism investigation, decries 'McCarthyism'
The Penn Faculty for Justice in Palestine group and two professors are suing the university for complying with a U.S. House committee's investigation into antisemitism. They say the investigation amounts to 'McCarthyism' and threatens their free speech and academic freedom. Penn was asked to turn over any documents related to antisemitism on campus, including syllabi, emails and teaching documents.March 12, 2024
Lifestyle
Philly's first yarn crawl aims to create community among often solitary knitting hobbyists
The Philly Yarn Crawl, the first event of its kind in the region, takes place March 14 to 17 at 16 yarn shops in the city and suburbs. Knitters can stop for giveaways, exclusive yarns, free patterns and crafting events.March 11, 2024
Performances
Broadway's 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical' returns to Philly
'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical' will be running from April 3 to May 5 at the Walnut Street Theater. Over two dozen of the Grammy-winning singer's songs are featured in the performance.March 11, 2024
Movies
Da'Vine Joy Randolph wins Oscar for best supporting actress
Philly-native Da'Vine Joy Randolph won best supporting actress at the 2024 Oscars on Sunday for her role as Mary Lamb in 'The Holdovers.' In her tearful acceptance speech, she recalled switching her career focus from vocal performance to theater during her time at Temple University.March 9, 2024
Books
New book explores how gardeners in the region have transformed outdoor spaces
In 'Private Gardens of Philadelphia,' a new coffee table book to be released March 12, readers can peek inside 21 privately-owned gardens in the region. The book was written by Nicole Juday and features the photography by Rob Cardillo.March 8, 2024
Social Justice
Volunteers from Uvalde, Texas, nonprofit will patrol Burholme after shooting
Volunteers from the Uvalde Foundation for Kids will ride SEPTA buses for the next few weeks in the hopes of easing tension in the neighborhood. Patrols are uniformed, unarmed and instructed not to interact with students unless directly approached.March 8, 2024
Transportation
SEPTA schedules more community meetings next week about bus route changes
SEPTA will hold eight community meetings in City Council districts 5, 7, 8 and 9 in the coming weeks to solicit resident feedback on its bus route redesign. The SEPTA board was scheduled to vote on the plan in December, but has delayed the vote multiple times due to concerns from residents and Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson.March 7, 2024
Adult Health
Drinking coffee could lower risk of obesity, study says
A new study took a look at the impact of caffeine circulation in the body. With long-term consumption, coffee could lower obesity and reduce inflammation.March 7, 2024
Transportation
Recent funding gives boost to Roosevelt Boulevard subway momentum
For the proposed Roosevelt Boulevard subway, a recent piece of funding has advocates excited for the project's future. Here's what's on deck for this year from PennDOT and the city government.March 7, 2024
Arts & Culture
Tamron Hall to speak at Free Library about her new book
Talk show host and reporter Tamron Hall will speak at the Free Library on March 15 about her new book 'Watch Where They Hide.' 6ABC Action News anchor Tamala Edwards will lead the conversation.Just In
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