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.

michaela@phillyvoice.com

June 15, 2026

Health News

Nara Organics recalls formula after three babies are hospitalized with botulism

by Michaela Althouse

Nara Organics has recalled its infant formula products after three babies were hospitalized with infant botulism, including one in Pennsylvania. None of its products have tested positive for the bacteria that causes the illness, but it Nara Organics is recalling the products as a precaution.

June 15, 2026

Parenting

Like a couple atoms, dad jokes can help families bond

by Michaela Althouse

Dad jokes can help parents bond with their children, a preprint study finds. The best ones contain puns, a focus on small details and a literal interpretation. Jokes involving family members or pets prove particularly humorous, too.

June 12, 2026

Government

Horse-drawn carriage rides, once a tourism staple in Old City, are now banned in Philly

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia has banned horse-drawn carriage rides, formally ending a longtime tourism staple in Old City. The city's last carriage company closed in 2023.

June 12, 2026

Recreation

Philly to open 63 public pools this summer to help residents beat the heat

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation will open 63 pools this summer. The public spaces began operating Friday and will open on a rolling basis through July 6.

June 11, 2026

Government

City Council approves 2027 budget without Mayor Parker's proposed rideshare and Airbnb taxes

by Michaela Althouse

City Council approved the fiscal year 2027 budget without Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed taxes on rideshare, short-term rentals and retail deliveries. The plan, however, does include a small tax on cell phone tower occupancy.

June 10, 2026

Food & Drink

These local restaurants are serving up traditional dishes from the nine World Cup countries playing in Philly

by Michaela Althouse

With teams from nine countries headed to Philadelphia to compete in the World Cup, here are local restaurants that are serving up those nation's cuisines and some of their traditional dishes to try to make at home.

June 5, 2026

Arts & Culture

As Philly Pride March and Festival leaves the Gayborhood, other events move in

by Michaela Althouse

With the Philly Pride March and Festival moving from its typical location in the Gayborhood to Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Henn House has planned drag brunches and late-night karaokes this month in the neighborhood.

June 3, 2026

Celebrities

Jason Kelce collaborates with OluKai to release new version of his go-to flip-flops

by Michaela Althouse

Jason Kelce released a new flip-flop design in collaboration with his favorite brand OluKai. The former Eagles center is known for wearing sandals with any fit and spoke about his love for the shoes on his podcast, 'New Heights.'

June 3, 2026

Celebrities

As a teen, Pink convinced a lawyer to take on her case by promising a signed copy of her first CD

by Michaela Althouse

Pink appeared on 'The Late Show With Seth Meyers' on Tuesday. The Bucks County native shared a story about a time she convinced a lawyer to take on her case by offering a signed copy of her first CD.

June 2, 2026

Investigations

Shops at Liberty Place damaged after driver crashes into building

by Michaela Althouse

A driver crashed into the Shops at Liberty Place mall in Center City early Tuesday morning, damaging windows and an entrance at 17th and Market streets. No one was injured and no arrests have been made.