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.
June 3, 2025
Government
New Jersey law makes inciting brawls a crime with $10,000 fines and jail time
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill Monday that makes it a fourth-degree crime for people to incite brawls. The law aims to address years of unruly behavior from teens and young adults at the Jersey Shore, malls and other community events across the state. Under the new law, violators face $10,000 fines and up to 18 months in prison.June 3, 2025
Business
Del Frisco's Grille in Center City to close this summer after 7 years
Del Frisco's Grille will close later this summer after nearly seven years as the ground-floor restaurant at the Cambria Hotel Philadelphia on South Broad Street. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, the more upscale steakhouse that has been in Center City since 2008 and shares an owner, will not be affected.June 2, 2025
Investigations
Former Eagle Juqua Parker charged with DUI after crashing car near State College
Former Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Juqua Parker faces DUI charges after he crashed his car in central Pennsylvania in March, police said. Parker, 47, crashed his car in Ferguson Township, Centre County, and allegedly had a blood-alcohol content twice the legal limit, according to authorities.June 2, 2025
Transportation
SEPTA appoints Scott Sauer general manager, removing interim tag, to lead authority through dire budget crisis
SEPTA's board appointed interim general manager Scott Sauer as its permanent GM in a vote Monday morning, keeping him at the helm as the transportation authority braces for potential service cuts and a steep fare increase in the months ahead. SEPTA faces a $213 million operating deficit if state lawmakers are unable to agree on a deal for new funding in this year's budget.June 2, 2025
TV
Golf Channel docuseries will chronicle restoration of century-old Cobbs Creek Golf Course
The $150 million renovation of the century-old Cobbs Creek Golf Course in West Philadelphia will be featured in a three-part docuseries streaming on NBC Sports' GolfPass and broadcast on TV by the Golf Channel. The series will examine the history of the course and progress to start a new era at Cobbs Creek. Planners hope the revitalized public course can one day host a PGA Tour event.May 30, 2025
Investigations
Philly journalist pleads guilty to role in prescription fraud scheme at Broad Street Family Pharmacy
Seven people, including veteran Philadelphia journalist Angelo 'A.D.' Amorosi, pleaded guilty this week to charges stemming from a $20 million Medicare and Medicaid fraud scheme uncovered at the former Broad Street Family Pharmacy in South Philly, the Pennsylvania attorney general's office said. The owners and pharmacist at the business — which closed in 2021 — are among those who pleaded guilty.May 30, 2025
Business
McGillin's Olde Ale House opens gift shop in new Center City storefront
McGilliin's Olde Ale House, the longest continuously operating bar in Philadelphia, has opened a new year-round gift shop in a nearby storefront in Center City. The storied 19th century bar opened on Drury Lane in 1860 and has endured as one of the city's most popular sports bars. The gift shop carries a mix of Philly-themed souvenirs, bar apparel, books and imported Irish goods.May 29, 2025
Government
Whitemarsh Township's Fourth of July parade back on after community pushed back over cancelation
Whitemarsh Township will hold its annual Fourth of July parade this year after safety concerns led the board of supervisors to cancel the event earlier this month. The decision prompted pushback from the community and complaints about a lack of transparency from local officials. At a special meeting Wednesday night, the board voted to reverse its decision and invest in security upgrades.May 28, 2025
Real Estate
Philadelphia Housing Authority buys 4 more apartment buildings in push to add affordable homes
The Philadelphia Housing Authority purchased four more privately-owned apartment buildings as part of its Opening Doors initiative to increase the city's supply of affordable homes. Since last year, PHA has acquired more than 1,400 units in Philadelphia. The plan is cheaper than building new homes.May 28, 2025
Business
Wonder Food Hall's Fishtown location opens Thursday
Wonder Food Hall will open its Fishtown location on Thursday at 23 W. Girard Ave. The delivery startup's delivery and takeout model lets customers order items from multiple restaurants in a single order. The company is opening 10 locations in the Philadelphia region.Just In
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