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.
November 3, 2021
Music
Watch The War on Drugs' NPR Tiny Desk Concert
Philadelphia-based rock band The War on Drugs performed songs from their new album, "I Don't Live Here Anymore," for NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series. The band will begin its U.S. tour early next year with stops at The Met Philadelphia on Jan. 27 and Jan. 28.November 3, 2021
2021 Election
New Jersey voters reject expansion of college sports betting
New Jersey voters decided against a ballot issue that would have permitted sports betting on in-state college athletics programs and events. The issue was turned down by 56% percent of voters with more than 97% of precincts reporting. A second ballot issue was approved by more than 64% of voters to allow non-profits to use money raised from games of chance to support their operations.November 2, 2021
Media
6ABC reporter Maggie Kent gives birth to baby girl
Action News reporter Maggie Kent gave birth to her daughter on Monday, Nov. 1, 2021. The 6ABC reporter is a Philadelphia native who joined the station after previously working at News 12 The Bronx and Brooklyn and WCBS in New York City.November 2, 2021
Development
Cape May Point retreat St. Mary by-the-Sea to become nature center
The historic St. Mary by-the-Sea retreat in Cape May Point will be preserved as a science education center after more than century in the hands of the Philadelphia-based religious order Sisters of St. Joseph. The retreat permanently closed earlier this year. A new nonprofit, the Cape May Point Science Center Inc., has stepped in to preserve the three buildings on the site.November 2, 2021
Investigations
81-year-old Delco pharmacist accused of trading painkillers for sexual favors
Martin Brian, an 81-year-old pharmacist in Media, is facing criminal charges for allegedly distributing opioid painkillers and other drugs to women in return for sexual favors, Delaware County prosecutors said. Brian owns Murray-Hill Pharmacy on State Street.November 2, 2021
Politics
Larry Krasner wins second term as Philadelphia district attorney, defeating Chuck Peruto
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner has won a second term after defeating Republican Chuck Peruto in the Nov. 2 election, according to the Associated Press. Krasner's progressive reform agenda has been undermined by criticism about the surging gun violence in Philadelphia, but still he cruised to the Democratic nomination over Carlos Vega in the May primary and appears poised.to earn another four years in office.October 30, 2021
2021 Election
Philly DA Larry Krasner faces Chuck Peruto and more condemnations of his office's progressive policies
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner seeks a second term as he takes on Republic Chuck Peruto in the Nov. 2 election. Krasner's progressive reform agenda has been undermined by criticism about the surging gun violence in Philadelphia, but still he cruised to the Democratic nomination over Carlos Vega in the May primary and appears poised.to earn another four years in office.October 28, 2021
Sixers
Sixers will have Spectrum-themed court at Wells Fargo Center in addition to jerseys
The Philadelphia 76ers will play some home games this season on a court that pays tribute to the Spectrum, where the team played from the late 1960s to the late 1990s. The court at the Wells Fargo Center will transform when the team wears their Spectrum-themed 2021 City Edition jerseys.October 28, 2021
Music
Japanese Breakfast cover Weezer's 'Say It Ain't So' on surprise live EP
Japanese Breakfast teamed up with Spotify to record a live E.P at Electric Lady Studios in Greenwich Village. The surprise EP from the Philadelphia Indie rock band includes a string cover of Weezer hit "Say It Ain't So," which was recorded at Electric Lady as part of the band's self-titled album in 1994.October 28, 2021
Real Estate
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler lists Center City condo for sale at $1.99 million
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler has listed his luxury condominium at Two Liberty Place in Center City for $1.99 million. Wheeler joined the Phillies in 2019 after five seasons with the New York Mets. He's in Philadelphia on a five-year, $118 million contract and serves as the ace in the Phillies' rotation.Just In
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- Phillies star Bryce Harper joins Team USA for 2026 World Baseball Classic
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