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.
May 17, 2023
Investigations
Two men injured in shooting on SEPTA bus in North Philly, police say
Two men were injured Wednesday in a shooting on a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia, police said. The shooting happened in the area of 21st and Diamond Streets. The two victims, both 18, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident comes days after a 14-year-old boy was fatally shot while standing on the Market-Frankford Line subway platform at 52nd Street Station. Last week, SEPTA promoted Charles Lawson as the authority's transit police chief. His predecessor, Thomas Nestel III, resigned last year amid increasing problems with crime and safety on the transit system.May 17, 2023
2023 Election
Results for every Philadelphia City Council race in Tuesday's primary election
The May 16 primary elections for Philadelphia City Council featured races for all 17 seats, including seven at-large seats and 10 seats determined by geographic voting districts. On the Democratic side, the race for five at-large nominations is led by Isaiah Thomas, Katherine Gilmore-Richardson, Rue Landau, Nina Ahmad and Jim Harrity. Six district races were uncontested. Incumbents Cindy Bass, Quetcy Lozada and Anthony Philips lead their respective races. In the Republican at-large race, the leading five candidates are Drew Murray, Frank Cristinzio, Gary Grisafi, Jim Hasher and Mary Jane Kelly.May 15, 2023
Recreation
Neshaminy Mall Carnival adopts chaperone policy for teens to eliminate 'unacceptable behavior'
The Neshaminy Mall Carnival, held in Bensalem through May 21, will now require all juveniles to be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older due to 'unruly' and 'unacceptable' behavior during its opening weekend. Failure to comply with the new rules could result in guests being removed by police or private security guards. Bensalem police said they plan to increase their presence around the carnival for the remainder of its time in town. Each night, the carnival will now close at 10 p.m.May 15, 2023
Business
Fanatics to acquire PointsBet's U.S. division in deal that will bring sportsbook to Pennsylvania, New Jersey
Fanatics, Inc is poised to acquired the U.S. operations of PointsBet in a $150 million deal that would provide the world's largest sports apparel company access to sports betting markets in 15 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. Fanatics, valued at $31 billion, expects to have access to most of the states where PointsBet operates by the start of the NFL season in September.May 15, 2023
Investigations
Fourth person arrested in connection with Philly prison break
Philadelphia police have charged Michael Abrams, 21, for his alleged role in helping inmates Ameen Hurst and Nasir Grant escape the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center. Abrams is the fourth person to be arrested in connection with the prison break. Grant was taken into custody last week. Hurst, who is charged with committing four homicides, is still at large.May 12, 2023
Media
John Kincade reveals colon cancer diagnosis, will take break from 97.5 The Fanatic show
John Kincade, host of “The John Kincade Show” on 97.5 The Fanatic, said he will step away from the program for a few weeks to undergo treatment for colon cancer. Kincade will have surgery on May 15 and expects to miss time at the sports radio station. A native of Broomall, Delaware County, Kincade is a two-time cancer survivor who previously overcame battles with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and testicular cancer in the 1990s.May 12, 2023
Odd News
Scientists confirm 4.56 billion-year-old meteorite struck New Jersey home
The meteorite that struck a home in the Titusville section of Hopewell, New Jersey on May 8 is about 4.56 billion years old, according to scientists at The College of New Jersey. The object, about 4 by 6 inches and 2.2 pounds, was examined by researchers who concluded it is a fragment of an LL chondrite, a type of meteor rarely found on Earth. Experts believe other debris from the event that brought it to Earth is likely scattered around the area.May 12, 2023
History
Mütter Museum weighs ethical concerns over online exhibits displaying human remains
Philadelphia's Mütter Museum has removed all of its online exhibits and YouTube videos as part of an ongoing review about ethical questions surrounding the display of human remains in this manner. The museum is evaluating how it presents its collection online as part of a larger ethical debate about the display of human remains. It is planning to hold discussions with supporters about these issues.May 11, 2023
Investigations
Delaware County man dies while skydiving in South Jersey
A skydiver was killed Wednesday when his parachute failed after a jump at SkyDive Cross Keys in Williamstown, New Jersey. Timothy Slachta, 48, of Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania was an experienced skydiver, the company said. The reason for the parachute failure is being investigated by Gloucester County prosecutors with assistance from the Federal Aviation Administration.May 11, 2023
Investigations
Woman charged with helping the two escaped inmates from Philly prison
A 21-year-old woman allegedly helped inmates Ameen Hurst and Nasir Grant escape from the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center in Holmesburg on Sunday night, authorities said. Xianni Stalling, 21, was arrested and charged Thursday. Police say she allegedly had a phone call with one of the men before the escape.Just In
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