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

November 26, 2025

Development

How PennDOT plans to install a 258-foot pedestrian bridge over Columbus Boulevard in one night

by Michael Tanenbaum

PennDOT's extension of the South Street Pedestrian Bridge will create a new arch structure that crosses Christopher Columbus Boulevard, providing direct access to the Delaware River waterfront for pedestrians and cyclists.

November 26, 2025

Media

'Preston & Steve' contributor Nick McIlwain departs WMMR after 26 years

by Michael Tanenbaum

Nick McIlwain, an on-air voice on 93.3 WMMR's 'Preston & Steve Show' for the last 21 years said Wednesday he's leaving the station. The departure of former colleague Kathy Romano and the recent death of DJ Pierre Robert were factors in his decision to leave.

November 26, 2025

Investigations

Man and woman found dead in Borgata hotel room in Atlantic City

by Michael Tanenbaum

Atlantic City police are investigating the deaths of a man and woman who were found inside a hotel room at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa on Sunday afternoon, authorities said.

November 26, 2025

Government

Pa. awards HBO's 'Task' $49.8 million tax credit to film Season 2 in the state

by Michael Tanenbaum

Brad Ingelsby's HBO show 'Task' will receive a $49.8 million tax credit from Pennsylvania's Film Production Tax Credit Program to film Season 2 of the series in the the state. HBO estimates production will create 3,700 jobs and contibute $194.1 million to the state's economy.

November 25, 2025

Lawsuits

Lawsuit claims PPA failed to pay security officers for work during required breaks

by Michael Tanenbaum

A security officer for the Philadelphia Parking Authority is suing the agency over claims that it illegally deducts wages for work that's performed at impoundment lots during required daily breaks.

November 24, 2025

Courts

Two men found guilty in 2023 airport shooting that killed Philly police officer Richard Mendez

by Michael Tanenbaum

Yobrani Martinez-Fernandez, 20, and Hendrick Pena-Fernandez, 23, were convicted Monday in the October 2023 shooting that killed 50-year-old Philadelphia police officer Richard Mendez in an airport parking garage.

November 24, 2025

Media

Matt Cord to fill 93.3 WMMR's midday slot, succeeding the late Pierre Robert

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia radio veteran Matt Cord will take over the midday slot at 93.3 WMMR on Dec. 1. He will fill the vacancy left by beloved disc jockey Pierre Robert, who died last month. This will be Cord's third stint with WMMR.

November 21, 2025

Where will 'Task' creator Brad Ingelsby take HBO's Delco drama in Season 2?

by Michael Tanenbaum

HBO is bringing back 'Task' for a second season, raising questions about how creator Brad Ingelsby will move the Delco crime drama forward after the explosive end to Season 1 and how Mark Ruffalo's role as FBI agent Tom Brandis will evolve?

November 21, 2025

Government

Trump administration threatens Pa. over driver's licenses 'illegally' issued to immigrant truckers

by Michael Tanenbaum

The U.S. Department of Transportation said this week it would withhold $75 million in federal funding from Pennsylvania if the state does not meet demands to address how it issues commercial driver's licenses to immigrants.

November 20, 2025

Music

The War on Drugs' holiday benefit concert series is revived with three shows at Johnny Brenda's

by Michael Tanenbaum

The War on Drugs will play three nights at Johnny Brenda's in Fishtown with proceeds going to the Fund for the School District of Philadelphia. The Philly rockers are reviving the 'Drugcember to Remember' for the first time since 2022.