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.
January 3, 2023
Health News
Former Flyer Chris Pronger recalls suffering erratic heart rhythm after blow to chest during 1998 game
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin remains critical condition after he went into cardiac arrest during the team's "Monday Night Football" road game against the Cincinnati Bengals. As the sports world processes the shock of the incident, NHL Hall of Famer and former Philadelphia Flyer Chris Pronger offered his support for Hamlin and reflected on a similar incident in which he was struck in the chest by a puck during the 1998 playoffs. Some medical experts have suggested that Hamlin suffered a rare injury known as commotio cordis.January 3, 2023
Investigations
Driver wanted for fatal hit-and-run in Cape May County taken into custody, state police say
The driver wanted in the hit-and-run crash that killed 80-year-old Marjorie Straubmuller in Upper Township, Cape May County on Dec. 29 has been arrested, New Jersey State Police said. The driver's name has not been released and authorities have not announced any criminal charges. The deadly crash occurred near the intersection of Stagecoach Road and Brewhause Lane.January 3, 2023
Investigations
Two people found dead inside Delaware County home, state police say
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after two people were found dead Monday afternoon inside a home in Chester Heights, Delaware County, authorities said. The identities of the victims were not released. State police said the incident is being handled by the criminal investigation unit in Media.December 28, 2022
Food & Drink
Cloud Cups to open gelato shop in Fishtown next spring
Cloud Cups will open a new gelato shop at 2311 Frankford Ave. in Fishtown in March 2023. The business launched in 2018, specializing in CBD-infused gelato, but will focus on traditional gelato at its first brick-and-mortar shop. The company is led by owners Galen Thomas, Kolande Oronti and Drew Posey.December 28, 2022
Food & Drink
New food hall to open at University City's Schuylkill Yards inside Bulletin Building
An Urbanspace food hall will open in 2023 at Schuylkill Yards in University City. The market, which will include 16 vendors, will occupy a portion of the renovated Bulletin Building across from 30th Street Station. Schuylkill Yards is a 14-acre mixed-use neighborhood planned by Brandywine Realty Trust and Drexel University. The $3.5 billion development encompasses office, residential, retail and green spaces that will be completed in stages over coming years.December 28, 2022
Business
Southwest Airlines cancels more flights out of Philly airport as holiday travel woes continue
Southwest Airlines has canceled nearly 11,000 flights in the United States since Thursday, including dozens out of Philadelphia International Airport. The airline is facing scrutiny from lawmakers and federal regulators as it scrambles to address the wave of cancelations, including rebooking flights and providing refunds. Southwest has attributed its problems to the winter storms that hit much of the nation over the Christmas holiday, but industry analysts say it's also a consequence of the carrier's operational model.December 27, 2022
Investigations
Lehigh County man killed in loading dock accident at warehouse, coroner says
Michael David Lugo, 39, died on Christmas Eve in a warehouse accident at a property in Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County owned by logistics company NFI Industries. Lugo became pinned against a loading dock wall and a trailer and died of blunt force trauma and traumatic asphyxia, the Lehigh County coroner said. The accident is being investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police and the Occupational Health & Safety AdministrationDecember 27, 2022
Holiday
What you need to know about the 2023 Mummers Parade
The Mummers Parade takes place in Philly on New Year's Day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., beginning at City Hall and continuing down Broad Street to Washington Avenue. The nation's oldest, annual folk parade has been celebrated for 123 years. The 2023 Mummers Parade will be broadcast on WDPN-TV (MeTV2) instead of PHL17. The parade can be viewed online at WFMZ-TV or on a smartphone with the WFMZ+ app. Several road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect leading up to and through the parade.December 27, 2022
Investigations
Driver sought for multiple hit-and-runs, including fatal collision in North Philly
Philadelphia police are searching for the driver of a blue Ford Mustang involved in a series of hit-and-run crashes on Monday night, including one that killed a 22-year-old man after a collision near Broad Street and Lehigh Avenue. The first series of crashes happened in the parking lot of Rivers Casino, followed by a collision with a cyclist at Broad and Spring Garden Streets. The final, deadly crash happened near the intersection of Broad Street and Lehigh Avenue. The car was abandoned less than a mile away and the driver fled on foot.December 26, 2022
Government
Pennsylvania's population falls as Americans migrate to the South
The population of Pennsylvania fell from 13 million to 12.97 million from July 2021 to July 2022 – a decrease of about 0.3%, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates. The loss of 40,000 residents was the fourth largest decline, but Pennsylvania still ranks fifth in total population behind California, Texas, Florida and New York. The U.S. population rose 0.4% to 333.29 million, an increase of 1.26 million people. That was a rebound from a historically low rate of change between 2020 and 2021.Just In
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