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 13, 2022
Eagles
Phillies announcer Tom McCarthy to call Eagles-Bucs game with Ron Jaworski on Westwood One
The Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will meet again in Sunday's 1 p.m. NFC Wild Card matchup at Raymond James Stadium. Philadelphia Phillies play-by-play broadcaster and former Eagles quarterback Ron Jaworski will lead the national radio broadcast on Westwood One.January 13, 2022
Transportation
Pennsylvania lawmaker wants Venmo, PayPal to become turnpike toll payment methods
Pennsylvania state Sen. Marty Flynn, D-Lackawanna, plans to introduce legislation that would enable motorists to use apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App to pay tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The turnpike has seen toll collection revenue plummet since transitioning to an all-electronic system that uses only E-ZPass and a toll-by-plate invoice system that results in delays and unpaid tolls.January 12, 2022
Investigations
Man charged in fatal shooting of ex-girlfriend in Norristown
Elvyn Rodriguez, 32, of Norristown, has been charged with murder and related offenses in the Jan. 10 shooting of his ex-girlfriend, 28-year-old Keishla Arroyo Rodriguez, at her apartment on West Main Street, according to Montgomery County prosecutors.January 12, 2022
Media
Jim Gardner anchors final 11 p.m. newscast; Rick Williams to replace him on 6ABC
Action News anchor Jim Gardner gave his final 11 p.m. news broadcast on 6ABC on Tuesday night. Gardner, who has been with the station for 45 years, plans to retire at the end of 2022. Longtime anchor Rick Williams will replace him.January 12, 2022
Transportation
Speed camera program to begin on I-95 in Wilmington
Delaware's Electronic Speed Safety Program on I-95 in Wilmington will be phased in beginning Monday, Jan. 17 in the work zone covering the "Restore the Corridor" project, the department of transportation said. The program, which will Violation warnings and notices with fines will be mailed to motorists after the first 30 days of the program. Crashes have increased significantly along this stretch of I-95 in Wilmington in the last two years.January 12, 2022
Media
ESPN hires Temple grad, Cherry Hill native Max McGee for anchor role on 'SportsCenter'
Max McGee, a Temple University graduate and Cherry Hill native, has been hired by ESPN to be an anchor on the network's flagship "SportsCenter" program. McGee joins ESPN after two years covering sports for Baltimore's WJZ-TV. He'll start on "SportsCenter" on Jan. 31.January 12, 2022
Education
Kevin Hart, Meek Mill, Michael Rubin donate $15 million to Philadelphia area schools
Kevin Hart, Meek Mill, Michael Rubin and joined forces to donate $15 million to support underserved students in the Philadelphia area. The funds will be provided to 110 schools in the region to help thousands of Philadelphia families. A spokesperson said the donation will go to private and parochial schools in order to enable underprivileged students to attend.January 11, 2022
Movies
Netflix remake of cult action film 'The Raid' to be set in Philadelphia
A remake of the cult-classic 2011 action film "The Raid" will be set in Philadelphia and directed by Patrick Hughes, with producers Michael Bay and Gareth Evans also teaming up on the project. The original film, set in Indonesia, centered on an elite police squad's attempt to take down a drug lord in a high-rise apartment building. The new project will be released on Netflix.January 11, 2022
Investigations
Smoke detectors inside apartment where deadly Fairmount fire started were inoperable, Philly fire commissioner says
The 12 people who died in last week's Fairmount rowhome fire were not alerted to the flames because the smoke detectors in their unit were inoperable, Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel said. He also said on Tuesday that it is likely the fire started when a 5-year-old boy ignited a Christmas tree with a lighter. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health provided the names of the victims for the first time on Tuesday: Rosalee McDonald, 33; Virginia Thomas, 30; Quinsha White, 18; Quientien Tate-McDonald, 16; Destiny McDonald, 15; Shaniece Wayne, 10; Dekwan Robinson, 8; Natasha Wayne, 7; J'Kwan Robinson, 5; Janiyah Roberts, 3; Taniesha Robinson, 3; Tiffany Robinson, 2.January 10, 2022
TV
Fox News gives primetime slot to Philly native Jesse Watters
Fox News will debut 'Jesse Watters Primetime' during the network's 7 p.m. slot beginning Jan. 24. Watters, a Philadelphia native who has been with Fox News since 2002, will remain a co-host on the afternoon program 'The Five' but will no longer have his Saturday show 'Watters' World.'Just In
- Coffee and wine bar to open in the Navy Yard in early 2026
- Report: Commanders shutting down QB Jayden Daniels for the season
- SEPTA's upgraded Wissahickon Transit Center opens in Northwest Philly
- Land Rover smashes through front door of Starbucks in Wynnewood
- 93-year-old man found stabbed to death in his North Philly home allegedly was killed by his ex-neighbor
- As NBA trade season begins, four Sixers officially become eligible to be traded
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