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

February 23, 2026

Investigations

Amtrak worker dies after being struck by train on Lancaster County tracks

by Michael Tanenbaum

Jeremy Charles, 39, was struck and killed by a train while working on tracks in Lancaster County on Monday. Amtrak suspended Keystone service for the day.

February 23, 2026

Health News

Pro athletes are turning to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, but for most people the benefits are still in question

by Michael Tanenbaum

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used by pro athletes for healing and managing wear and tear. While HBOT is accepted as a treatment for some conditions, medical experts say more research is needed to prove its benefits for injuries.

February 20, 2026

Weather

As January's snow melts, bizarre inverse footprints are dotting the landscape

by Michael Tanenbaum

The gradual melting of snow that fell during major winter storms in late January is revealing inverse footprints in the snow. The odd-looking tracks are created when sleet fills the steps people take during a storm.

February 20, 2026

Donations

Maritime museum at Jersey Shore heavily damaged by burst pipe

by Michael Tanenbaum

The New Jersey Maritime Museum, which houses artifacts from shipwrecks and other historical relics, suffered extensive damage last week after a pipe burst at the Beach Haven property.

February 19, 2026

Business

Grandson of the creator of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups accuses Hershey of 'diluting' ingredients

by Michael Tanenbaum

The grandson of the man who invented Reese's Peanut Butter Cups says Hershey is 'diluting' the brand and misleading consumers. The company says it uses substitutes in some new products, but the flagship candies remain unchanged.

February 18, 2026

Entertainment

Delco native Taylor Anderson-Heide has a chance to lead Team USA to its first Olympic medal in women's curling

by Michael Tanenbaum

Taylor Anderson-Heide grew up in Broomall, attended Marple Newtown High School and is a member of the Philadelphia Curling Club. Now she has a chance to lead Team USA to its first Olympic medal in women's curling.

February 18, 2026

Lifestyle

Brooklyn man runs from Wall Street's Charging Bull to Philly's Liberty Bell in 28 hours

by Michael Tanenbaum

Sebastian Chiu, an ultramarathon runner from Brooklyn, completed a trek from New York City to Philadelphia in just over 28 hours over the weekend. Chiu went from the Charging Bull statue on Wall Street to the Liberty Bell.

February 18, 2026

Investigations

Diocese of Camden reaches $180 million settlement with survivors of clergy sexual abuse

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Diocese of Camden has agreed to pay $180 million in a settlement to resolve claims of clergy sexual abuse by over 300 survivors whose allegations span decades. The diocese covers 62 parishes in six counties in South Jersey.

February 17, 2026

Investigations

N.J. attorney general drops racketeering case against George Norcross, 5 others

by Michael Tanenbaum

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport will drop the state's racketeering case against George E. Norcross III, the Democratic powerbroker and insurance executive who was accused with five others of corruption on the Camden waterfront.

February 16, 2026

Business

Cake & Joe's third cafe opens this week in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

Cake and Joe will open a new cafe in Center City at 1735 Market St. on Feb. 18. The first 100 will get free individual cakes. Owners Sarah Qi and Trista Tang opened their first shop in Pennsport in 2020, followed by a second cafe in Fishtown in 2022.