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.
March 6, 2024
Social Media
Eagles athletic trainer battling cancer taped Jason Kelce's ankles for his retirement speech
Eagles athletic trainer Joe O'Pella, who has battled cancer over the last year, said Jason Kelce invited him to tape his ankles one last time before Kelce gave his retirement speech at a news conference Monday. O'Pella had missed the ritual while undergoing treatment last season. Kelce and his brother, Travis, talked about that and other topics during Wednesday's episode of the 'New Heights' podcast.March 6, 2024
Investigations
8 teens injured in shooting at SEPTA bus stop in Northeast Philly
At least eight teenagers, all students at Northeast High School, were injured Wednesday when a group of gunmen fired more than 30 shots at a SEPTA bus stop in Burholme, police said. The shooting happened around 3 p.m. at the intersection of Rising Sun and Cottman avenues. Police released surveillance video on Wednesday night and are searching for multiple suspects. No arrests have been made.March 5, 2024
Investigations
Police search Pinelands for missing person, 32, whose car was found near canoe landing
New Jersey State Police are searching the Mullica River for 32-year-old Elliot Gamiel, who was reported missing on Saturday, March 2. His car was found near the Mullica River Canoe Landing in Batsto and had personal belongings inside, police said.March 5, 2024
Crime
Philly D.A.'s Office to reform advisory group that helps crime victims
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is reconvening the Crime Victims Advisory Committee that offers peer support and other services to people impacted by violent crime in the city. The CVAC was originally formed in 2018, but disbanded during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also advises the D.A.'s Office on the best ways to support crime victims and witnesses.March 4, 2024
Business
Drexel alum gets 'Shark Tank' deal for sauce brand Fila Manila
Fila Manila, a sauce brand that celebrates Filipino flavors, got an investment on ABC's 'Shark Tank' after founder and Drexel University graduate Jake Deleon appeared on the show. Fila Manila's condiments include a banana-based ketchup, ube purple yam and coconut spread, adobo marinade and sauce, creamy peanut sauce, and pineapple rum sauce. Investor Daniel Lubetzky gave Deleon $250,000 in exchange for a 20% ownership stake in Fila Manila.March 4, 2024
Investigations
Police apprehend suspect wanted in fatal shootings at Fairmount Park
Philadelphia police released photos of a man wanted for fatally shooting Thurston Cooper, 49, and Krystina Chambers, 38, near the Mount Pleasant Mansion in the Lemon Hill section of Fairmount Park on Feb. 29, 2024. Investigators said Cooper and Chambers appear to have been killed 'execution-style.'March 4, 2024
Investigations
17-year-old killed, 4 others injured in shooting at SEPTA bus stop on North Broad Street
A 17-year-old was killed and four other people were injured Monday afternoon, including a 71-year-old woman. Police said two people opened fire on SEPTA bus in Ogontz North Philly, on Monday afternoon. as a Route 6 bus stopped and passengers were boarding near the intersection of Broad Street and Godfrey Avenue.March 1, 2024
TV
'Mare of Easttown' creator's next HBO show, starring Mark Ruffalo, seeks actors in Philly area
Screenwriter Brad Ingelsby's follow-up to the hit HBO crime drama 'Mare of Easttown' will be filming in the Philadelphia area this year as production ramps up on the project starring Mark Ruffalo.March 1, 2024
Women's Health
Walgreens stores in Pennsylvania to begin selling abortion pill mifepristone
The abortion drug mifepristone soon will be sold at Walgreens pharmacies in Pennsylvania and four other states. CVS also plans to begin selling the drug in two states, with plans to expand to additional states where abortion is legal. The pill is now involved in more than half of U.S. abortions, but faces ongoing legal challenges from anti-abortion groups.March 1, 2024
Health News
Penn Medicine, Independence Blue Cross sign on to White House's AI commitments in health care
Penn Medicine and Independence Blue Cross are among the U.S. health care providers and insurers that have pledged to adopt the White House's commitments regarding the use of artificial intelligence in medicine. The guidelines were established to ensure that safety, security and trust are prioritized as AI is more widely adopted in medical settings.Just In
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