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.
March 5, 2021
Public Spaces
Philly seeking input on reimagined design, function of Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway is poised for a major renovation that will be designed and developed through a Request for Proposals process. The one-mile stretch under consideration will run from 20th Street at the southeast to the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum to the northwest and bordered by Winter Street on the south and Pennsylvania Avenue to the north.March 4, 2021
Real Estate
Former Eagle Carson Wentz lists New Jersey home for sale at $1.7 million
Ex-Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz has listed is Woodstown, New Jersey home for sale at a price of $1.7 million. Wentz was traded to the Indianapolis Colts this offseason after five seasons in Philadelphia.March 4, 2021
Investigations
Philly Proud Boy sent 'vile' threats to woman on Twitter, prosecutors say
Kyle Boell, 40, of Philadelphia, allegedly sent threatening and demeaning messages to a woman on Twitter in the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election. Prosecutors said the Twitter account belonged to Boell and that he was a member of the extremist right-wing Proud Boys organization.March 4, 2021
Murals
With Fishtown mural, Sixers' Matisse Thybulle will benefit Philly parks
Philadelphia 76ers forward Matisse Thybulle has partnered with Red Bull on a mural in Fishtown and an initiative to raise money for the Philadephia Parks & Recreation Department. Every steal he records this season will generate a $250 donation to improve basketball courts in the city. Thybulle's new mural, spray-painted by Philadelphia artist Gloss Black, located at Garage on East Girard Avenue.March 3, 2021
Travel
Airlines resume nonstop flights from Philadelphia to popular destinations
Multiple airlines are resuming nonstop flights from Philadelphia International Airport to several popular vacation destinations in anticipation of a busier spring and summer. American Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier, Spirit and Southwest all announced plans to increase service.March 3, 2021
Business
Pennsylvania creates $145 million COVID-19 relief program for hospitality industry
Pennsylvania's COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program will provide $145 million in grants to businesses statewide impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.March 3, 2021
Lawsuits
Philly, suburbs sue Pennsylvania to defend their plastic bag bans
Philadelphia, Narberth, West Chester and Lower Merion are challenging a state measure in court to be able to enforce bans on single-use plastics that are currently prohibited by action last year from the Pennsylvania General Assembly. If Philadelphia's ban moves forward, the law would take effect on July 7, 2021.March 3, 2021
Investigations
North Philly 'pill mill' doctor gets prison in sex-for-drugs case
Myron Rodos, 80, of Ambler, will spend five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges that he illegally distributed oxycodone and methadone at his North Philadelphia practice in exchange for sex and cash.March 3, 2021
Eagles
Former Eagle LeSean McCoy reflects on Andy Reid not making him tuck the football
LeSean McCoy's interesting running technique — carrying the ball out to his side in the open field — used to drive Philadelphia Eagles fans crazy. In an interview on CBS Sports' "All Things Covered" podcast, McCoy explained that former Eagles coach Andy Reid never went out of his way to make McCoy carry the ball more securely.March 2, 2021
Restrictions
Philly approves plan to bring fans back to sports venues
Philadelphia sports fans will be permitted to return to Flyers and Sixers games at the Wells Fargo Center beginning on March 7. At each game, 3,100 spectators will be allowed. The change took place after Philadelphia aligned its guidelines with new occupancy limits set by Pennsylvania. Phillies fans also will be able to attend games at Citizens Bank Park when the season begins in April.Just In
- Quakertown police chief created 'fog of war' in clash between anti-ICE student protesters and police
- Illegal dumping is a persistent problem in Philly. By mapping major dumpsites, this group seeks to spur city action
- Paxson Hill Farm, once a public garden and nursery in Bucks County, hits market for $5 million
- Protein-rich foods are trendy, but eating less protein may promote healthy aging
- Heroes and zeroes from Day 4 of Eagles training camp: Jalen Hurts finally has a good day
- Report: Phillies trade for lefty reliever Brooks Raley
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