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 4, 2025
Arts & Culture
New Eagles mural on South Broad Street celebrates the Birds' Super Bowl run
A new Philadelphia Eagles-themed mural at 1123 S. Broad St. depicts a stoic eagle standing on a football. The mural, designed by artist Tiff Urquhart, was inspired by the NFC championship celebrations last week. It was installed Tuesday – ahead of the team's appearance in the Super Bowl.February 4, 2025
Investigations
Shootout in Fairhill leaves 1 man dead, 2 others injured
A 26-year-old man was shot and killed in a shootout on the 2800 block of Reese Street in Fairhill on Monday night, police said. An 18-year-old woman and a 16-year-old girl were shot when they became caught in the crossfire. They suffered non-life-threatening injuries.February 3, 2025
Music
Sabrina Carpenter gives nod to Bala Cynwyd in Grammy acceptance speech
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, Sabrina Carpenter, who grew up in Montgomery County, thanked her mom for driving her to vocal lessons in Bala Cynwyd during her acceptance speech for best pop vocal album. She was among a few Philly musicians who took home wins, including Bradley Cooper and the Philadelphia Orchestra's Yannick Nézet-Séguin.February 3, 2025
Food & Drink
East Passyunk Restaurant Week returns in late February with three-course meals starting at $20
East Passyunk Avenue's annual restaurant week features three-course meals at acclaimed spots like Gabriella's Vietnam, with prix fixe options from $20-60 at 18 participating restaurants.February 3, 2025
Adult Health
Nearly half of adults mistakenly believe benefits of daily aspirin outweigh risks
A daily aspirin to prevent heart attacks and strokes is no longer recommended for most people, but nearly half of U.S. adults mistakenly believe the benefits outweigh the risks, a new study from the University of Pennsylvania's Annenberg Public Policy Center finds. People under 39 are more likely to have a correct perception.January 31, 2025
Arts & Culture
On Stage in February: 'A Raisin in the Sun,' 'Much Ado About Nothing' and a Mae West refresh
From Broadway hits like 'A Raisin in the Sun' to experimental shows and Shakespeare classics, Philadelphia theaters offer diverse performances in February, with tickets starting as low as $21.January 31, 2025
Adult Health
FDA approves non-opioid painkiller, first new class in decades
The FDA approved the first new class of non-opioid painkillers in more than two decades, the agency said Thursday. Suzetrigine, branded as Journavx, works to block receptors before they reach the brain in patients with surgical or injury pain.January 31, 2025
Government
After ICE raids this week, city officials take a stand against President Trump's anti-immigration efforts
Philadelphia City Council members, state politicians and immigrations experts took part in a news conference Friday to provide an update on the city's efforts and residents' rights in the wake of President Donald Trump's anti-immigration efforts during his first weeks in office.January 30, 2025
Government
To kick off year that's 'all about housing,' City Council introduces legislation to cut upfront fees for new tenants
Legislative packages introduced Thursday by Councilmembers Jamie Gauthier and Rue Landau would cut upfront fees for security deposits and make it easier to add affordable housing units in the city.January 29, 2025
Accidents
Temple student dies after falling from light pole during Eagles' NFC title celebrations
Tyler Sabapathy, an 18-year-old freshman at Temple University died Tuesday after he fell from a light pole near City Hall during the Eagles' NFC championship celebrations on Sunday night. He was an exercise and sport medicine major who had participated on the university's gymnastics club team.Just In
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