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.
February 15, 2024
Investigations
Bucks County man accused of beheading father now faces terrorism charges
Justin Mohn, the Bucks County man accused of beheading his father, is facing new charges, including terrorism and weapons offenses. Mohn allegedly called for the execution of specific federal employees during a YouTube video he posted after his father's death. Investigators also found a USB device of his that allegedly contained photos of government buildings and instructions on how to make an explosive device.February 15, 2024
Shopping
Nike has plans to open store dedicated to its Jordan brand on Walnut Street
Retailer Nike plans to open a World of Flight store for Jordan's shoes and clothes at 1617 Walnut St., which has been vacant for years. It looks to be the fourth store worldwide, and the first in the U.S.February 14, 2024
Food & Drink
Federal Donuts' new South Philly shop looks to be its biggest yet – by a lot
Federal Donuts is planning to open a new South Philly store at 22 Wolf St. The shop will be in a warehouse building that once housed a Forman Mills store and is near John's Roast Pork and the Columbus Commons shopping center. The store remains under construction, and details are scant. But the Federal Donuts name and logo have been painted on the building.February 14, 2024
Transportation
Uber, Lyft drivers won't drive to the Philly airport Wednesday as part of a strike
Drivers for Uber and Lyft won't take riders to the Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday, Feb. 14 as part of a national strike. Rideshare workers are demanding higher wages, better health care and the right to form a union. The protest affects 10 airports across the United States, including those in Newark, New Jersey and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.February 13, 2024
Politics
Johnny Doc's nephew wants to replace Kevin Boyle in the Pennsylvania House
Sean Dougherty, nephew of convicted union leader John Dougherty, aka Johnny Doc, began collecting signatures to appear on the primary ballot for Pennsylvania's 172nd Legislative District. The seat is held by state Rep. Kevin Boyle, a Democrat who is facing scrutiny for allegedly threatening bar workers during a drunken outburst at a Montgomery County bar.February 13, 2024
Lawsuits
Penn asks judge to dismiss lawsuit filed by Jewish students who claim it's an 'incubation lab' for antisemitism
The University of Pennsylvania has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit from two Jewish students who claim it failed to properly respond to antisemitism on campus. The university argues that is working to address the issue and that the lawsuit is not the right vehicle for determining how to move forward.February 12, 2024
Food & Drink
Dinner at Academy of Natural Sciences to show how your eating habits can reduce climate change
Dining for a Greener Future is a carbon-neutral dinner being hosted by the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University on Thursday, Feb. 22. The four-course meal from 12th Street Catering includes dishes made of locally-sourced food, which help reduce the carbon footprint of a meal. To offset it completely, Drexel will plant trees through the nonprofit Trees for the Future.February 12, 2024
Transportation
I-95 South to close for 36 hours in late February as capping project continues
The section of I-95 South between Callowhill and Morris streets will be closed from 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 until 5 a.m. Monday, Feb. 26, PennDOT said. A lane of I-95 North also will be closed during that time. Construction crews need to close the highway as work continues on the project to cap I-95 and Columbus Boulevard near Penn's Landing.February 12, 2024
Investigations
Explosion in West Philly apartment injures one person, police say
An explosion in an apartment building at 45th Street and Larchwood Avenue is being investigated by Philadelphia police and ATF. The blast occurred at 12:45 a.m. Monday and left a man hospitalized with a severe hand injury, police said. The cause remains under investigation.February 9, 2024
Food & Drink
Little Susie's Coffee & Pie opens new shop in Point Breeze
Little Susie's Coffee and Pie has opened its third Philadelphia location, at 1754 S. Chadwick St. in Point Breeze. The takeout shop offers hand pies in classic flavors like cherry and apple, and more experimental flavors like cheesesteak, and pork roll and cheese. The business began in 2019 in Port Richmond and grew popular during the COVID-19 pandemic.Just In
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