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

September 10, 2021

Investigations

Body found in Cape May County believed to be woman missing since July

by Michael Tanenbaum

Investigators in Cape May County, New Jersey believe a body found in a wooded area of Whitesboro is 18-year-old Leila Bellamy, who was reported missing in July 2021.

September 10, 2021

Accidents

Two cars obliterated after truck crashes into notoriously low bridge in Radnor

by Michael Tanenbaum

Two cars were destroyed in Radnor Township on Thursday when a truck driver transporting them attempted to navigate a low-clearance bridge that has been a frequent site of similar incidents on Kind of Prussia Road. There were no injuries in the crash, but the area was temporarily closed and the crash renewed concerns about how to effectively address the costly problem.

September 9, 2021

Animals

Video shows runaway Holstein bull on the loose in Bucks County

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Holstein bull on a truck headed to a slaughterhouse in Pennsylvania escaped and roamed along a busy highway in Souderton, Bucks County on Sept. 7. The animal was eventually captured, but a driver who was on the road at the time managed to get a video of the bull trotting near the intersection of Route 113 and Route 309.

September 9, 2021

Eagles

Eagles release 'Go Birds' hype video for an intriguing 2021 season

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Eagles 2021 hype video dropped on Thursday morning as the team prepares for its season opener on the road against the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday, Sept. 12. In a humorous compilation, everyone from Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson to Jalen Hurts, Zach Ertz, and Brandon Graham participate to get Eagles fans ready for the season.

September 9, 2021

Government

Watch President Biden's speech on COVID-19 vaccine mandates, delta variant

by Michael Tanenbaum

President Joe Biden delivered remarks Thursday on a White House plan that includes a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all federal workers and a requirement that private businesses with more than 100 employees ensure all of their workers are either vaccinated or submit to weekly coronavirus tests.

September 9, 2021

Investigations

New Jersey man charged in Barnegat Bay boating crash that killed Corey Molinari

by Michael Tanenbaum

Juan Fernandez II, who operated a pontoon boat that crashed in the Barnegat Bay in June 2021, killing Corey Molinari, has been charged with vehicular homicide and related offenses, New Jersey State Police and Ocean County prosecutors announced Wednesday.

September 8, 2021

Courts

Philly man pleads guilty to kidnapping, robbing two USPS workers

by Michael Tanenbaum

James Chandler, 55, of Philadelphia, pleaded guilty to kidnapping and robbing to USPS workers in a pair of incidents last winter. Chandler allegedly used a replica gun to threaten the postal workers and steal packages from their work vans, prosecutors said.

September 8, 2021

Investigations

Bucks County man gets prison in stolen valor case, theft of $300K from VA

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Bucks County, Pennsylvania man who faked a military career to steal medical and disability benefits will spend time in prison and pay more than $300,000 in restitution for the fraudulently obtained funds, federal prosecutors said. Richard Meleski, 58, of Chalfont, falsely claimed to be a Navy SEAL and represented himself as a prisoner of war who received a Silver Star for his bravery during an armed conflict in Beirut. Meleski never served a day in the military.

September 8, 2021

Food & Drink

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream to add more Philly locations in Fishtown, Rittenhouse

by Michael Tanenbaum

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream plans to add two more Philadelphia storefronts in Fishtown and Rittenhouse in 2022, adding to the first shop that opened last month in Midtown Village. The Brooklyn-based business is known for a wide selection of flavors and vegan options, as well as its adventurous Kraft Mac & Cheese flavor.

September 8, 2021

Entertainment

John Mulaney, Olivia Munn announce pregnancy as comedian's Philly residency nears

by Michael Tanenbaum

Comedian John Mulaney and actress Olivia Munn are having a baby together, the stand-up announced during an appearance on 'Late Night with Seth Meyers." Mulaney, 39, recently completed a stint in rehab for a drug addiction and divorced his wife of six years. The comedian has an upcoming residency at the Kimmel Cultural Campus in Philadelphia from Oct.1-12.