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.
April 15, 2021
Investigations
Married New Jersey state troopers allegedly falsified reports about North Wildwood bar fight, A.G. says
A husband and wife, both detectives with the New Jersey State Police, were charged Thursday with allegedly lying about what happened when they got into a physical altercation with other patrons at a bar in North Wildwood last year, the state attorney general's office announced.April 15, 2021
Lifestyle
Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds discuss pressures of masculinity in Men's Health interview
Actors Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds joined Men's Health magazine to talk about masculinity, exercise and expectations. The "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" star opened up about the difficult standards men face and why they're creating confusion for people.April 14, 2021
Courts
Philly mob associate sentenced in real estate fraud scheme
Stephen Sharkey, 51, of Swedesboro, was sentenced to a prison term and ordered to pay restitution after pleading guilty to defrauding victims in mortgage-closing schemes. Sharkey stole down payments and proceeds from the sale of a home, paying a portion of the stolen funds to an organization linked to the Philadelphia mob.April 14, 2021
Eagles
Eagles' Jalen Hurts tells GQ how he spent his first $1 million
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts joined GQ Sports to talk about how he's spent his money since earning his first NFL contract — and some of his financial goals for himself and his family looking ahead.April 14, 2021
Children's Health
CHOP opens specialty care center in Abington to serve Montgomery, Bucks counties
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has opened its new, 37,000-square-foot specialty care center in Abington. The facility will serve communities in Montgomery County, Bucks County and Northeast Philadelphia, offering a range of outpatient services and after-hours urgent care.April 13, 2021
Courts
Engineer gets prison time in historic $1 billion cocaine bust at Philly port
An engineer on the MSC Gayane, a ship involved in one of the largest drug busts in United States history, will spend five years and 10 months in prison. The shipping vessel was raided at the Port of Philadelphia on June 17, 2019, when authorities seized nearly 20 tons of cocaine worth an estimated $1 billion in street value. Seven other crew members have pleaded guilty since the bust.April 13, 2021
Business
Maggiano's in Center City hit with $184K in labor violations
Maggiano's Little Italy in Center City Philadelphia violated the Fair Labor Standards Act by failing to pay workers for pre-shift meetings. The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered back wages for 82 workers affected by the restaurant's practices.April 13, 2021
Wawa
Wawa holding 80s-themed week in tandem with ABC's 'The Goldbergs'
Wawa and the ABC sitcom "The Goldbergs" have teamed up to celebrate the beloved convenience chain from April 16-23, with 80s-themed music, a sweepstakes and a viewing party at the store in Jenkintown, where the show is based. Proceeds from sales of a special hoagie will support Children's Miracle Network.April 12, 2021
Investigations
Delco man allegedly left lewd voicemails for Rep. Madeleine Dean, police say
Stephen Cilurso, 68, of Aldan, is charged with harassment for allegedly leaving lewd voicemails at the Glensid, Montgomery County office of Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-4th, during the second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump in February. Dean, who represents Montgomery County, was an impeachment manager in the the trial.April 12, 2021
Investigations
Police investigating death of pregnant Upper Darby mother charge Philly woman allegedly connected to case
Philadelphia police have charged Tylydiah Garnett for her alleged role in the death of a 21-year-old Dianna Brice, a pregnant mother whose body was found in Southwest Philadelphia on April 5, 2021. Investigators said Brice died of multiple gunshot wounds to the head. The victim's boyfriend, 23-year-old Justin Smith, remains missing and is a person of interest in the case.Just In
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