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.
January 24, 2024
Books
Philly writer's new book 'Disillusioned' explores changes in America's suburbs
Benjamin Herold's new book, 'Disillusioned,' released Tuesday, explores suburbia through the stories of five families from across the country, including his hometown of Penn Hills, Pennsylvania.January 23, 2024
Transportation
Countdown clocks arrive at more stations along Market-Frankford Line
Countdown clocks appeared at SEPTA's 30th Street and Girard stations along the Market-Frankford Line. They show riders when the next train is scheduled to arrive. SEPTA said it's testing the devices with no firm date on an official rollout.January 23, 2024
Investigations
Fight at Robeson High School high school put school on lockdown
A fight at Paul Robeson High School for Human Services caused an hour-long lockdown Monday. Several students have been suspended, and school officials said family members of students were involved in the fight. A cause for the altercation remains unclear.January 22, 2024
Festivals
New beer-tasting event in Center City to feature dozens of craft brewers
The Philly Beer Fest, a tasting event held Saturday, Feb. 17 at the 23rd Street Armory, will feature dozens of brewers from the Philadelphia region. Tickets cost $35 for three-hour tasting sessions running from 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Early access tickets, which allow entry one hour beforehand, are $49.January 22, 2024
Government
Norristown water main break leaves more than 300 properties without water
A water main break in Norristown early Monday morning caused flooding and street closures. The damaged pipe affected water service to about 300 properties. Some residents voluntarily evacuated their homes and repairs to the area are expected to take most of Monday, officials said.January 19, 2024
Health News
Artificial intelligence in health care needs more regulation, WHO says
The World Health Organization released a number of guidelines Thursday on using generative artificial intelligence and other AI tools in health care. While generative AI can be useful in medicine, it has a record of producing false, inaccurate, biased and incomplete statements.January 17, 2024
Books
Free Library community cookbook shares recipes from River Wards residents
In December, the Free Library released a community cookbook featuring over 80 recipes from residents of Kensington, Fairhill and the River Wards. Librarians who worked on the book say it documents what people were eating during the COVID-19 pandemic.January 17, 2024
Crime
Police standoff on Roosevelt Boulevard leaves 1 dead, closes lanes
A SWAT team responded to a man shooting at police early Wednesday morning on Roosevelt Boulevard, police said. A standoff with police resulted in the man being pronounced dead, according to authorities. Multiple lanes of the roadway were closed due to the incident.January 17, 2024
Arts & Culture
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site to host after-hours tours in honor of the writer's 215th birthday
The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site and Yards Brewing Co. will host the Poe After Hours event this Thursday, Jan. 18, in honor of the writer's 215th birthday, which is Friday, Jan. 19. Tickets include an after-hours tour of the Poe House, a drink ticket for Yards' taproom and a discount on Yards' food.January 16, 2024
Weather
Philly's first snowfall in 2 years causes Regional Rail delays, slushy roads
Philadelphia received 1 1/2 inches of snow from Monday, Jan. 15 into Tuesday, Jan. 16, ending the city's record-long snow drought. The winter storm led to SEPTA delays, commuting issues and some school delays and closures throughout the region. More snow is forecast to hit the region Friday.Just In
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- Le Virtù to serve entirely gluten-free Italian menu for one night in South Philly Nov. 5
- Free Delaware Heritage Festival brings a pirate camp, crafts and colonial games to Dover
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