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 18, 2021
Investigations
Dirt bike rider fatally shot man in West Philadelphia, police say
A 37-year-old man was fatally shot by a dirt bike rider in West Philadelphia, an incident police say may have stemmed from road rage.June 18, 2021
TV
Evan Peters listened to a Dr. Dog song to prep for standout 'Mare of Easttown' bar scene
To prepare for the memorable bar scene in HBO's "Mare of Easttown," actor Evan Peters listened to Dr. Dog's "Where'd All the Time Go?" from their 2010 album "Shame, Shame." In the scene, Detective Colin Zabel reveals to Kate Winslet's Mare Sheehan that he was dumped by his fiancé two weeks before their wedding, and that he had just seen her at a high school reunion.June 17, 2021
Food & Drink
South Philly Barbacoa to take over space of shuttered Connie's Ric Rac
South Philly Barbacoa, the acclaimed Mexican restaurant, has signed a lease to relocate to the former location of Connie's Ric Rac, 1132 S. Ninth St., in the Italian Market. Connie's, live music venue closed, during the coronavirus pandemic. South Philly Barbacoa will soon have a full liquor license and be located next to Chef Cristina Martinez's other restaurant, Casa Mexico.June 17, 2021
Courts
Supreme Court sides with Catholic agency barred by Philly for denying same-sex foster couples
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with Catholic Social Services in its case against Philadelphia over the issue of certifying same-sex couples to become foster parents. The religious agency refused to adhere to a new city policy that prevented foster care placement contractors from refusing to work with same-sex couples. The Supreme Court found that the city's contract violated religious rights protected by the First Amendment.June 17, 2021
Investigations
Teen brothers from N.J. arrested after man found dead in Bucks County woods
Two teenage brothers from New Jersey have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man whose body was found overnight in the woods of Richland Township, Bucks County. The teens have been identified as 17-year-old Joshua Gamble and 19-year-old Anthony Gamble, both of Somerset in central New Jersey. The victim was identified as 26-year-old Kevin Rosero, of Somerset.June 16, 2021
Investigations
Philly man charged in fatal shooting at King of Prussia hotel
Jonathan Tunnell, 40, of Philadelphia, is charged with murder in the fatal shooting of Henry Palmen, 35, at the Fairfield Inn in King of Prussia on Monday, June 14, 2021. Investigators say the shooting stemmed from a drug deal gone bad and that Tunnell had been wanted for parole violations prior to the incident.June 16, 2021
Sixers
Izzy, the original Sixers #RaiseTheCat icon, will watch her final game tonight
The cat who originally inspired Philadelphia's #RaiseTheCat sensation around the Sixers in 2017 will watch her final game Wednesday night as Philadelphia hosts the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Owner Dennis Grove said Izzy has been battling cancer and will leave behind a legacy of uniting Sixers fans.June 16, 2021
Business
Philly airport unveils strategy for major air cargo expansion
Philadelphia International Airport plans to significantly expand its air cargo capacity in the coming years in order to capture greater economic benefits in the region. The plan calls for the expansion of 136 acres that will be dedicated to air cargo facilities, bringing thousands of jobs to the area, officials.June 16, 2021
TV
How to watch the Phillies-Giants series on Peacock for free this weekend
The Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants' three-game series from June 18-20 will be broadcast exclusively on Peacock this weekend as part of MLB's new partnership with the NBCUniversal streaming platform. Viewers can access the games for free on TV, computers and other devices by creating a Peacock account.June 15, 2021
Wildlife
Great white shark caught, released by fishermen off coast of Seaside Heights
Sport fishermen in the water near Seaside Heights, New Jersey, caught and released a juvenile great white shark on June 13, 2021. A video of the catch posted on Facebook shows the 7-foot-long shark beside the Reel Innovation Sportfishing boat.Just In
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