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 17, 2026
Investigations
Off-duty police officer fatally shot in Southwest Philly
An off-duty Philadelphia police officer was shot and killed Sunday in Southwest Philadelphia, investigators said. A 35-year-old man also was shot. The shooting took place outside a lounge, but the motive is not clear, police said.August 17, 2026
Food & Drink
Wawa rolls out Phillies-themed smoothie, kids meal and doughnut
Wawa is selling three Phillies-themed items — a smoothie, kids meal and a doughnut — at stores in the Philadelphia region through Sept. 28.August 14, 2026
Food & Drink
For stone fruit farmers, this year's crop is anything but peachy
In April, farmers in the Mid-Atlantic were hit by a heat wave and subsequent frost, which significantly impacted the amount of viable tree fruit this summer. Here's where to find peaches, nectarines and other stone fruits.August 14, 2026
Education
Asbestos concerns at Kensington High School are forcing students to relocate to another building
Students at Kensington High School are being relocated to the Austin Meehan Middle School building in Mayfair due to an asbestos concern that arose while a new HVAC system was being installed at Kensington High School. The districts says classes will resume at Kensington High in January.August 14, 2026
Food & Drink
Source Urban Brewing to close Fishtown location after five years in business
Source Urban Brewing in Fishtown is closing Sunday after five years on Frankford Avenue. The owners didn't give a reason for the closure, but they said they elected to not renew the lease on the space.August 12, 2026
Development
Former UArts building to be transformed into affordable housing units and studio spaces for artists
Furness Hall, a former dorm room for University of the Arts students, is being remade into an affordable housing complex for artists. Creatives making 60% to 80% of the Area Median Income will qualify.August 12, 2026
Music
Low Cut Connie performs 'Can't Be Wrong' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
Low Cut Connie performed its single 'Can't Be Wrong' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on Tuesday night. The Philly band's new album, 'Livin' in the USA,' was released last month.August 11, 2026
Investigations
Man wanted in fatal shooting of Penn State student allegedly attempts to steal off-duty officer's car
Kadafi Fleming, 19, who's wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of a Penn State University student in June attempted to steal the car of an off-duty Philadelphia police officer early Monday morning, U.S. Marshals said.August 11, 2026
Health News
Dogs can distinguish different types of human emotions, study shows
A study published Monday showed that dogs can pick up on human emotions. Researchers looked into canines' brain activity using MRI scanners and found they can tell when people are happy, sad or frightened.August 10, 2026
Adult Health
What alcohol is consumed — not just how much — could impact health risks
A study found that while heavy consumption of any form of alcohol increases mortality risk, drinking wine at a moderate rate could reduce the risk of cardiovascular issues.Just In
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