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

May 28, 2025

Business

Wonder Food Hall's Fishtown location opens Thursday

by Michael Tanenbaum

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.

May 23, 2025

Investigations

Human bones found on Jersey Shore beaches ID'd as captain from 19th century shipwreck

by Michael Tanenbaum

Human bones found on several Jersey Shore beaches over decades are the remains of Henry Goodsell, captain of the schooner Oriental that shipwrecked near Brigantine in December 1844. The vessel was hauling marble from Connecticut to Philadelphia for the construction of Girarde College.

May 23, 2025

Government

Whitemarsh may reconsider holding canceled Fourth of July parade following fiery community meeting

by Michael Tanenbaum

Whitemarsh Township held a special meeting Thursday night to discuss the cancelation of this year's July 4th parade, which was called off because of public safety concerns. Residents said the township did not act transparently and failed to plan properly for the decades-old event. The township's board of supervisors will now weigh whether there is still a way to safely hold this year's event.

May 22, 2025

Courts

Former Philly police officer found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in Eddie Irizarry shooting

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in his trial for the August 2023 shooting of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry in Kensington. At the end of a trial that started Tuesday, the jury found Dial, 29, not guilty of third-degree murder. A sentencing hearing will take place at a later date.

May 22, 2025

Investigations

Boy, 14, arrested after fatally shooting 12-year-old brother at West Philly home, police say

by Michael Tanenbaum

A 12-year-old boy was killed by his 14-year-old brother Wednesday night at his home in West Philadelphia, police said. The shooting happened around 9:20 p.m. on the 800 block of Brooklyn Street. The 14-year-old boy was arrested and a gun was recovered at the home. Charges are pending an ongoing investigation with homicide detectives.

May 22, 2025

Development

Ahead of 2026 celebrations, Philly again seeks vendor for LOVE Park flying saucer

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is searching for a business to take over the vacant, flying saucer-shaped LOVE Park Welcome Center. The city hopes to find a vendor who can operate in the circular building by early 2026 to coincide with events and festivities surrounding the semiquincentennial celebration.

May 21, 2025

Politics

Downingtown's Erica Deuso could become Pa.'s first openly transgender mayor

by Michael Tanenbaum

Erica Deuso's victory in the Downingtown Democratic primary election on Tuesday will give her the chance to become the first openly transgender mayor in Pennsylvania. Deuso defeated Barry Cassidy by a wide margin on Tuesday and will face Republican Richard Bryant in the November general election.

May 21, 2025

Transportation

Pennsylvania's new-look license plates, featuring the Liberty Bell, to hit the road soon

by Michael Tanenbaum

Pennsylvania's redesigned license plate will be rolled out in phases this summer. The red, white and blue design features the Liberty Bell and the slogan, 'Let Freedom Ring,' as a way to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary next year. PennDOT has started taking orders to replace license plates for $13.

May 21, 2025

Recreation

After chaos last Memorial Day weekend, Jersey Shore towns warn visitors to behave this year

by Michael Tanenbaum

Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, the mayors of Ocean City and Sea Isle City issued a joint statement warning visitors not to engage disruptive behavior. Communities at the Jersey Shore have dealt with unruly crowds of teens over the past several years. In Wildwood, officials are preparing by working with state police. Police in Seaside Heights say they'll have assistance from the FBI this year.

May 20, 2025

Travel

American Airlines to open two premium lounges at Philly airport

by Michael Tanenbaum

American Airlines is opening two new premium lounges Thursday at Philadelphia International Airport, which serves as one of the airline's hubs in the United States. The Flagship and Admirals Club lounges are located in Terminal A-West between gates A15 and A16. American Airlines is also testing out new premium seating on select international flights from Philadelphia to London this summer.