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.
December 13, 2021
Politics
'Dr. Oz Show' canceled by Sony Pictures amid host's Senate run in Pennsylvania
Sony Pictures announced it will cancel the "Dr. Oz Show" in January after a 12-year run on daytime television. The decision comes weeks after host Mehmet Oz announced he will run as a Republican for the U.S. Senate seat in Pennsylvania that will be open in 2022 when Pat Toomey steps away from politics. The show will be replaced starting Jan. 17 by "The Good Dish," a spinoff from Oz's daughter, Daphne.December 13, 2021
Government
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination to be required at Philly restaurants and games at Wells Fargo Center
Philadelphia's COVID-19 vaccine requirement for people eating indoors at restaurants begins taking effect Jan. 3 and goes in full effect Jan. 17. The new rule covers staff and guests at restaurants, bars, indoor sports venues, movie theaters, cafes within larger establishments, hotel restaurants and all other food services businesses with indoor seating for customers. Staff must be fully vaccinated by Feb. 3.December 10, 2021
Investigations
Man fatally shoots wife at home in Northern Liberties, police say
A 62-year-old man was arrested Friday morning in Northern Liberties after police say he fatally shot his wife. The incident happened along the 300 block of Poplar Street while the gunman's daughter and her two children were inside the home, according to investigators. The victim was identified as 55-year-old Margeret Lippi.December 10, 2021
Government
As Philly weighs new COVID-19 restrictions, Penn bans indoor social gatherings
Philadelphia officials are weighing different strategies to address rising COVID-19 cases since the Thanksgiving holiday and the looming threat of the omicron variant. Possible measures could include a vaccine mandate for indoor dining at city restaurants. The University of Pennsylvania, which also has seen an increase in cases, has banned indoor social gatherings for the remainder of the fall semester.December 10, 2021
Courts
Statewide COVID-19 school mask mandate tossed by Pennsylvania Supreme Court
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has vacated the state's school mask requirement for schools, child-care programs and early-learning centers, effective immediately. The court's decision comes after a heated legal battle, but does not prevent individuals school districts and schools for enforcing their own mask requirements.December 10, 2021
Investigations
One person injured in brawl caught on video at Atlantic City's Harrah's Resort
A brawl caught on video at Harrah's Atlantic City left one person injured on Tuesday morning, police said. The incident happened around 3 a.m. at the hotel casino on Harrah's Boulevard. Authorities said there will be no charges filed in the melee because no one involved wanted to sign a criminal complaint.December 8, 2021
Food & Drink
Twin Peaks bringing its lodge-style sports bars to Philly region
Sports bar Twin Peaks will open 10 new restaurants in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas as part of a broader expansion strategy into the Northeast. Founded in the Dallas suburbs, Twin Peaks is known for its lodge-style atmosphere, 29-degree draft beer and Twin Peaks girls who make up the waitstaff. The bar's TV packages cover all bases from the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL to college sports, boxing, UFC and soccer.December 8, 2021
Podcasts
Charles Barkley says he named his daughter after the Christiana Mall in Delaware
Charles Barkley said he named his daughter, Christiana, after the Christiana Mall in New Castle County, Delaware. The NBA Hall of Famer and "NBA on TNT" analyst told colleague Ernie Johnson about the inspiration during an episode of their podcast "The Steam Room."December 8, 2021
Adult Health
Blood pressure has spiked during the pandemic, but these tips can help you lower yours
High blood pressure has become increasingly common in the United States since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, especially among women, according to a new large-scale study published in the journal Circulation. High levels of alcohol consumption, chronic stress, poor diet and limited exercise all help explain the rise in hypertension. Those with high blood pressure can follow a series of dietary and lifestyle tips to help restore a normal range at their next medical check-up.December 7, 2021
Food & Drink
Philadelphia's Aramark, Starr Restaurants join forces on nationwide culinary partnership
Aramark and Starr Restaurants have teamed up on a new strategic collaboration that will bring Philadelphia restaurateur Stephen Starr's food concepts and culinary expertise to venues across the United States. The two Philadelphia companies announced that the deal will extend to clients in higher education, business dining, sports and entertainment, convention centers, cultural attractions and other food service divisions.Just In
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