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

March 27, 2026

Lawsuits

Phillies' Alec Bohm sues parents for alleged mismanagement of finances

by Michael Tanenbaum

Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm has sued his parents, Daniel and Lisa Bohm, for allegedly mismanaging his financial accounts and taking money for their personal use. Bohm's parents have denied the allegations, which go back to 2019.

March 26, 2026

Courts

Pa. Supreme Court rules mandatory life sentences for second-degree murder are unconstitutional

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that mandatory life sentences for second-degree murder are unconstitutional, delivering a decision long sought by criminal justice advocates.

March 26, 2026

Recreation

Six Flags to open Jersey Shore-themed attraction with two new roller coasters

by Michael Tanenbaum

Six Flags Great Adventure is transforming its Boardwalk attraction in Shoreline Pier to a Jersey Shore-themed area. One new roller coaster will debut this spring, and a second opening next year will break multiple world records, Six Flags says.

March 25, 2026

Environment

City starts cleanup of illegal dumping site at Pennypack Park in Northeast Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

The city and private partners are working to clean up an illegal dumping hotspot in a section of Pennypack Park in Northeast Philadelphia. For years, the area has been used to discard construction debris and other waste.

March 25, 2026

Legislations

Pa. lawmakers pass bill giving Philly bars option to stay open until 4 a.m. during World Cup

by Michael Tanenbaum

A bipartisan bill to allow Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. during the World Cup overwhelmingly gained approval from the House in a vote Wednesday afternoon. The legislation still needs Gov. Josh Shapiro's signature.

March 24, 2026

Transportation

New shuttle to make trips to Jersey Shore wineries, breweries this summer

by Michael Tanenbaum

Coastal Cruiser, a new weekend shuttle service at the Jersey Shore, will make stops at wineries and breweries between Wildwood and Cape May this summer. The shuttle's $40 day pass comes with unlimited rides from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

March 24, 2026

Transportation

SEPTA to test real-time arrival displays at 10 bus stops and trolley stations

by Michael Tanenbaum

SEPTA will install solar-powered displays with real-time arrival information at 10 bus and trolley stops this spring. The technology will be tested to see how riders benefit from having travel information at high-volume stops.

March 24, 2026

Courts

Bill Cosby ordered to pay $59 million in civil trial for 1972 sexual assault

by Michael Tanenbaum

Bill Cosby has been ordered to pay $59.2 million in damages to a former waitress who sued him in California for drugging and sexually assaulting her after she went to one of his comedy shows in 1972.

March 23, 2026

Transportation

ICE agents expected to be deployed at Philly airport amid TSA staff shortages

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia International Airport is one of more than dozen airports in the U.S. where the Trump administration plans to deploy Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to address delays at security checkpoints.

March 20, 2026

Transportation

Benjamin Franklin Bridge will close to traffic in July for 100th anniversary celebration

by Michael Tanenbaum

A 100th anniversary celebration of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge will be held July 11. The Delaware River Port Authority plans to close the span to traffic for an event that will include music, food trucks and historical displays.