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.
June 25, 2025
Business
Roy Rogers opens location in Cherry Hill — its first in the Philly area in decades
Fast food chain Roy Rogers opened a new location at 614 Haddonfield Road in Cherry Hill, New Jersey on Wednesday. It's the chain's first location in the Philadelphia area in decades.June 24, 2025
Podcast
New podcast focuses on Philly businesses that balance profits with greater societal impacts
The new podcast 'Get Down to Business' features interviews with the founders of B Corp companies. Its first season debuts July 8 and focuses on four Philadelphia companies: Triple Bottom Brewing, Solar States, Re:Vision Architecture and NOOR by Grant Blvd.June 24, 2025
Transportation
Fourth of July traffic expected to hit record numbers — and airports will be busy, too
AAA estimates that 61.6 million people will drive at least 50 miles from their homes between Saturday, June 28, and Sunday, July 6. That amount would set a new record and mark a 2% increase over last year. Another 10 million people will take flights.June 23, 2025
Courts
Trial for accused killer of Temple police officer Christopher Fitzgerald starts Monday
The trial for the man who allegedly fatally shot Temple University police officer Christopher Fitzgerald on Feb. 18, 2023 starts Monday. Miles Pfeffer, 20, of Bucks County, is charged with first degree murder and related charges. Prosecutors have declined to seek the death penalty — a decision criticized by the Fitzgerald family.June 23, 2025
Health Insurance
Health insurers commit to making prior authorizations easier and less common
Major health insurers have committed to streamlining the prior authorization process and making the requirement less common. The moves are expected to help patients access treatment more quickly and improve efficiency among insurers.June 20, 2025
Transportation
Philly airport adds nonstop flights to Cape Cod for the summer
American Airlines will offer a nonstop flight from the Philadelphia International Airport to the Cape Cod Gateway Airport every day during the summer. Round-trip tickets start at $188.June 20, 2025
Weather
Philly declares heat emergency for Sunday through Wednesday with temperatures expected to near 100
Philadelphia declared a heat emergency starting noon Sunday and going until Wednesday at 8 p.m. During that time, cooling centers will be open with extended hours and the city's heatline will be active.June 18, 2025
Education
Philadelphia teachers union votes to authorize strike amid contract negotiations
The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers voted to authorize a strike Tuesday night. The move gives the union the option to strike if a new collective bargaining agreement is not in place when the current deal expires on Aug. 31. Students return to class on Aug. 25.June 18, 2025
Arts & Culture
Phillies owner John Middleton's art collection to be on display at show opening next year
The Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts will host a joint exhibit for the semiquincentennial celebration featuring works from the collection of Phillies owner John Middleton. The show centers around historic and modern pieces depicting life in America.June 18, 2025
Entertainment
'Superman' drone show will fly over Citizens Bank Park after the Phillies game on Sunday night
After the Phillies game on Sunday night, 300 drones will fly over Citizens Bank Park in formations related to the upcoming 'Superman' movie. The film, which will be out in theaters July 11, stars Philly native David Corenswet.Just In
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- Philly school district says GOP-led House panel's report claiming its lessons incite antisemitism is 'blatantly partisan'
- Swedesboro Brewing Co. made an AI spokesperson and she's getting 'mean comments' from its beer drinkers
- Map cataloging Philly area's modernist architecture includes masterpieces by Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Kahn
- Fantasy football start/sit advice: Jordan Love is about to erupt
- Rocky fans can punch a 225-pound side of beef outside Reading Terminal Market this Saturday
- 30 food trucks coming to Linvilla Orchards for Pumpkinland's final weekend
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