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 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 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 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
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 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 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.June 15, 2021
Development
Delaware County moves to acquire Don Guanella School land by eminent domain and preserve space as park
Delaware County Council plans to use eminent domain to acquire the 213-acre former Don Guanella School property in Marple Township owned by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Officials want to preserve the open space, creating Delaware County's largest public park. Four separate development proposals for the site were rejected by the township and residents.June 15, 2021
Investigations
Man charged with possessing Molotov cocktail during New Year's Eve vandalism of Philly federal buildings
Jacob Dean Robotin, 25, of Willow Grove, was charged with possessing a fire bomb, also known as a Molotov cocktail, during a vandalism spree targeting federal buildings in Philadelphia last New Year's Eve. The Federal Detention Center and Robert C. Nix Federal Building both were damaged that night and Philadelphia police arrested at least seven people, including Robotin.June 15, 2021
Investigations
Philly man surrenders in girlfriend's fatal stabbing at Atlantic City casino, police say
Atlantic County prosecutors are searching for Frankie Lane, 59, of Philadelphia, who has been charged with homicide and weapons offenses in the fatal stabbing of his girlfriend at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on June 11, 2021. Sharon Whaley, 57, was found dead inside her Atlantic City hotel room with multiple stab wounds.Just In
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