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.
April 20, 2026
Transportation
Soccer fans can ride SEPTA home for free after Philly's World Cup matches
After each World Cup match in Philadelphia, SEPTA will offer free rides on the Broad Street Line from NRG Station in South Philly. The free fares are part of a sponsorship deal with Airbnb.April 20, 2026
Investigations
Temple University student assaulted after being chased into Morgan Hall residence complex
A Temple University student was assaulted early Sunday morning by a group of juveniles who chased the student into the Morgan Hall dormitory, Temple police said. Investigators are searching for the attackers.April 20, 2026
Music
Mann Center concertgoers have to pay for parking again starting next month
The Mann Center for Performing Arts will now charge $25-$30 to park outside the Fairmount Park venue. Concertgoers previously were able to leave their vehicles on the lawns for free.April 17, 2026
Transportation
Lincoln Drive will be closed Saturday in East Falls for 'critical maintenance work'
Lincoln Drive will be closed to cars on Saturday, April 18, as crews conduct maintenance work on the roadway in East Falls. It's the second time it will be closed on a weekend this month.April 16, 2026
Government
City Council committee to investigate CHOP parking garage collapse
City Council will form a special committee to look into last week's collapse of a parking garage in Grays Ferry. The panel will review the incident and make recommendations for inspecting, monitoring and licensing future projects.April 15, 2026
Books
Free Library completely restores Saturday hours for first time since before the pandemic
The Free Library of Philadelphia will now be open on Saturdays at 52 of 54 branches. The only closed locations are a specialty branch and one that's under repair. Now, the system is exploring adding Sunday hours.April 15, 2026
Courts
Penn appeals order to release info on Jewish students and employees
The University of Pennsylvania has appealed a court ruling requiring it to submit information on Jewish students and staffers to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. It also has requested a stay on the subpoena while the appeal is heard.April 14, 2026
Religion
Archbishop Nelson Pérez defends Pope Leo XIV after Trump's criticisms
Nelson Pérez, archbishop at the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, defended Pope Leo XIV following recent criticisms from President Donald Trump. The president had called the pope 'weak' for calling for peace in Iran.April 14, 2026
History
Chester Springs mill is grinding flour with wheat stones that date back to 1747
The Mill at Anselma, a historic site in Chester Springs, Chester County, has restored its wheat stones that were last used in the 1880s. They were first used to mill flour when the mill opened in 1747.April 13, 2026
Transportation
Waymo's self-driving vehicles may help Philly fill its many potholes
Waymo and Waze have teamed up to map potholes in five cities — and they plan to do likewise in Philadelphia, once Waymo's self-driving cars gain approval to operate fully autonomously.Just In
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