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.
July 28, 2026
Investigations
Postal Service employee allegedly clubbed co-worker with a steel pipe at South Philly mail facility
A U.S. Postal Service worker at a facility in Southwest Philadelphia allegedly attacked a colleague with a steel pipe on July 21, federal prosecutors said. Steven Louis, 30, of Bustleton, is charged with assaulting a federal officer.July 28, 2026
Transportation
How much could it cost LeBron James to commute between Philly and New York by helicopter?
If LeBron James plans to live in New York while playing for the Sixers, getting to and from Philly by helicopter would likely cost him a hefty chunk of the veteran's minimum contract he just signed.July 27, 2026
TV
FX picks up 'Wildwood,' a Jersey Shore comedy from creator of 'Derry Girls'
'Derry Girls' creator Lisa McGee is working on a new comedy series, 'Wildwood,' that will be set at the Jersey Shore community in the summer of 2000. The project from the award-winning Irish screenwriter and playwright has been picked up by 20th Century Fox and FX.July 27, 2026
Transportation
Nearly completed Washington Avenue Connector is part of a broader vision for Delaware River waterfront
The Delaware River Waterfront Corp. and the Philadelphia Streets Department are nearing completion of the Washington Avenue Connector, a bike and pedestrian path that runs along South Philly's Washington Avenue.July 27, 2026
Arts & Culture
Street artist 'irregular' installs LeBron James-shaped mirror on Center City wall
Days after the Sixers signed LeBron James, Philly street artist irregular installed a mirror in the shape of the NBA superstar dunking on the side of a former Burger King in Center City. The piece depicts a crown above James' head on side of the building near Eighth and Market streets.July 24, 2026
TV
Philly's World Cup TV viewership soared in 2026, but the region still fell outside top 15 U.S. markets
TV viewership of the World Cup in Philly grew significantly this year compared with ratings in 2022, according to preliminary Nielsen data, but the area was outside the top 15 markets in the U.S. for Fox's broadcasts.July 23, 2026
TV
6ABC meteorologist Cecily Tynan to retire after more than 30 years with 'Action News'
6ABC chief meteorologist Cecily Tynan will retire at the end of August after more than 30 years as a weathercaster for "Action News." Tynan, who joined 6ABC in 1995, said she plans to devote more time to her family. Her final broadcast will be at 6 p.m. on Aug. 31.July 22, 2026
Development
Wildwood seeks developer for vacant waterfront property on back bay
Wildwood is searching for a builder to redevelop 3.4 acres of waterfront property on the back bay. The request for proposals is part of a plan that includes turning the former municipal dump, an adjacent plot, into parkland.July 22, 2026
Media
SportsRadio 94WIP, KYW Newsradio and Talk Radio 1210 to become available on SiriusXM
Three Philly radio stations — SportsRadio 94WIP, KYW Newsradio and Talk Radio 1210 — will be available on SiriusXM in the coming months after Audacy reached a licensing agreement with the satellite service.July 21, 2026
Investigations
Teen who was reported missing fatally struck by CSX train in Northeast Philly
A 15-year-old boy was struck and killed by a CSX freight train Monday night in the Bustleton section of Northeast Philadelphia. Police said the teens, who was not identified, had been reported missing on Sunday.Just In
- Appeals court vacates order for Penn to submit list of Jewish students, faculty to federal government
- Pennsylvania's ban on most e-cigarette products begins soon
- Philly school district says 720 students were 'inappropriately dropped' from school rosters
- Investigation into New Jersey voter registration system reveals more issues, Gov. Mikie Sherrill says
- LeBron James will make Sixers preseason debut vs. Nets
- Eagles-Jaguars Week 5 injury report, with analysis
- Up to 150 craft vendors coming to the Pine Barrens for Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
- Tacony Halloween Fall Festival to close two blocks of Torresdale Avenue Oct. 24
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