Michael Tanenbaum

Michael Tanenbaum is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice.com, with interests ranging from technology and behavioral health to local community initiatives and cultural life. Michael has written for the Argentina Independent and Bespoke Magazine and previously served as a news editor for Xfinity.com before joining PhillyVoice. He received his B.A. in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

July 14, 2026

Protests

Ahead of MLB All-Star Game, activists fly banner urging Phillies to cut ties with Citizens Bank

by Michael Tanenbaum

Before Tuesday's MLB All-Star Game, activists flew a banner over Citizens Bank Park urging the Phillies to sever ties with the bank over its ties to private prison companies that support ICE detention centers.

July 14, 2026

Courts

Malvern man who brought guns to 'No Kings' rally sentenced to prison

by Michael Tanenbaum

Kevin Krebs, 32, of Malvern, was sentenced to 37 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to bringing weapons to an anti-Trump 'No Kings' rally in West Chester in June 2025.

July 13, 2026

Investigations

Bryce Harper addresses scrutiny over video sent to FanDuel customer with gambling addiction

by Michael Tanenbaum

Phillies star Bryce Harper responded to controversy over a personalized video sent to a FanDuel customer with a gambling addiction. He claims he was unaware FanDuel would use the video for commercial purposes.

July 13, 2026

Investigations

Glenside man charged with using Jeep to intentionally strike cyclist

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philip Prince, 40, of Glenside, is charged with attempted homicide after he allegedly used his Jeep to strike a bicyclist. Abington police say he chased after Colin Cassidy, 24, after he suspected Cassidy had stolen a bike.

July 10, 2026

Music

Jill Scott, Tierra Whack salute North Philly in new 'Norf Side' music video

by Michael Tanenbaum

North Philly natives Jill Scott and Tierra Whack released new music video for their collaboration, 'Norf Side,' a song on Scott's comeback album 'To Whom This May Concern.' The duo also performed the track at Philly's Fourth of July concert last week.

July 10, 2026

Transportation

Gas is cheaper at Freedom Fuel Network stations promoted by Trump. An economist weighs in on the price cuts

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Freedom Fuel Network, a new gas station brand in the Philly area, has prices well below the national average. The brand popped up suddenly and has been promoted by President Donald Trump. With few details known about its operation, economist Josh Mask discusses the potential incentives behind it.

July 9, 2026

Wildlife

Rare albino cardinal, Frosty, finds new home after rescue from scorching heat in Lancaster City

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Raven Ridge Wildlife Center in Lancaster County will adopt a rare, baby albino cardinal that was found struggling to survive beneath a car in the middle of last week's heat wave.

July 9, 2026

History

Norcross family buys rare copy of Declaration of Independence at auction for $3.6 million

by Michael Tanenbaum

New Jersey insurance executive George E. Norcross III placed the winning bid on behalf of his family for a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence that was put up for auction to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.

July 8, 2026

Investigations

N.J. sergeant charged with animal cruelty after two K-9s die in hot car

by Michael Tanenbaum

Salem County Sheriff's Office sergeant Cody L. Henderson, 41, faces animal cruelty charges for leaving two K-9s inside a hot car for seven hours on May 29, leading to the dogs' deaths.

July 8, 2026

Investigations

Montgomery County DA drops assault charges against former sports talk host Mike Missanelli

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Montgomery County District Attorney's Office has dropped the assault and harassment charges that were filed against former sports radio host Mike Missanelli after an alleged 'scuffle' with his fiancée in April.