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 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
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
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 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 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
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.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 23, 2025
Investigations
Human bones found on Jersey Shore beaches ID'd as captain from 19th century shipwreck
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
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
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.Just In
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