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

August 26, 2025

Investigations

Stop & Shop fined $75,000 for selling spoiled meat with wrong expiration dates in New Jersey

by Michael Tanenbaum

Grocery store chain Stop & Shop sold spoiled meat and poultry products at stores in Ocean County, New Jersey, according to consumer safety investigators. The company has agreed to pay a fine and correct product labeling issues.

August 26, 2025

Courts

Pa. can't throw out mail-in ballots with incorrect dates on envelopes, federal court rules

by Michael Tanenbaum

A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that Pennsylvania can't toss out mail-in ballots that contain inaccurate dates on their return envelopes, which has led to thousands of disqualified votes in past elections.

August 26, 2025

Movies

Trailer for Bradley Cooper's third film as director is released ahead of festival premiere

by Michael Tanenbaum

In 'Is This Thing On?' — Bradley Cooper's next film as a director — Will Arnett stars as a man who turns to stand-up comedy in New York's amateur scene to come to grips with his looming divorce.

August 25, 2025

Adult Health

Looking to lose weight? The viral 'pink salt trick' doesn't work, dietitians say

by Michael Tanenbaum

The 'pink salt trick' of mixing water with Himalayan pink salt and lemon juice is the latest weight-loss fad gaining traction on social media. But dietitians say it isn't rooted in science.

August 25, 2025

Recreation

Netflix House to open at King of Prussia Mall on Nov. 12

by Michael Tanenbaum

Netflix will open its new Netflix House entertainment venue at the King of Prussia Mall on Nov. 12. The fan hub will have mini golf, virtual reality games, a restaurant and themed installations based on Netflix shows and movies.

August 22, 2025

Investigations

Three men charged with stealing more than $50,000 in goods from Home Depot stores in Philly region

by Michael Tanenbaum

Montgomery County prosecutors have charged three men with the theft of more than $50,000 in products from Home Depot stores in four counties over a three-month span. The trio faces charges of organized retail theft.

August 22, 2025

Development

Wonderland Pier site to be sold after Ocean City rejects path toward boardwalk hotel

by Michael Tanenbaum

Icona Resorts plans to sell the Gillian's Wonderland Pier site on the Ocean City Boardwalk after city council voted against a resolution that would brought a proposed luxury hotel one step closer to reality.

August 22, 2025

Business

Food truck and corner shop owners ask City Council to reconsider expansion of business curfew

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia will impose an expanded curfew zone on Sept. 11 that prevents some business owners from operating between 11 p.m. and 6 p.m. Business owners and community members are pushing City Council to reconsider.

August 21, 2025

Business

Lucky Duck, a waterfront tavern coming to Northern Liberties, aims to be a 'third space' for millennials

by Michael Tanenbaum

Lucky Duck, a waterfront bar planned at the RiverMark apartment complex in Northern Liberties, is led by the team behind Francisville mini golf bar Libertee Grounds. The tavern is expected to open in early 2026.

August 21, 2025

Government

Justice Department subpoenas CHOP for info on transgender patients under 19

by Michael Tanenbaum

In June, the U.S. Department of Justice issued subpoenas to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and other health care institutions demanding sensitive information about medical treatment for transgender patients under 19.