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

October 2, 2020

Wildlife

Giant black bear spotted riding atop Pennsylvania trash truck

by Michael Tanenbaum

A black bear climbed atop a trash truck in Kidder Township, Pennsylvania and rode the vehicle all the way to the local police station before it was set free. Bear sightings are on the rise this time of year as their hibernation season approaches.

October 2, 2020

Investigations

Plymouth police seek two cyclists who vandalized memorial for slain officer Brad Fox

by Michael Tanenbaum

Two women are sought by Plymouth Township police in connection with the vandalism of a memorial to former officer Brad Fox, who was killed in the line of duty on Sept. 13, 2012. The women approached the memorial on bikes and one of them threw its flag into the bushes.

October 2, 2020

Media

Investigative reporter Harry Hairston departing NBC10 after 17 years

by Michael Tanenbaum

NBC10 investigative reporter Harry Hairston, a veteran journalist who has served the Philadelphia region for nearly 17 years, has announced his retirement. Hairston won multiple awards for his reporting over the years.

October 2, 2020

Sixers

JJ Redick says Sixers 'f***** up not bringing me back'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former Philadelphia 76ers guard JJ Redick discussed his old team during an appearance on the "All The Smoke" podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson. Redick said the Sixers "f***** up" by letting him walk to the New Orleans Pelicans in free agency, adding he hoped Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons have success in Philly.

October 1, 2020

Investigations

Dead body found behind Woodford Mansion in Fairmount Park

by Michael Tanenbaum

A dead body was found in an area behind the Woodford Mansion in Fairmount on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020. Philadelphia police were unable to determine the gender or race of the victim. An investigation remains ongoing.

October 1, 2020

Police

Man arrested after breaking into FOX29 studio with sledgehammer, police say

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police arrested a 58-year-old man who allegedly used a sledgehammer to break into the FOX29 studio on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020. Investigators said the man was subdued by a witness and later taken into custody after a taser was deployed by a SEPTA police officer.

October 1, 2020

Humor

Weird Al Yankovic's presidential debate mashup includes 'Bad Things' in Philly reference

by Michael Tanenbaum

Weird Al Yankovic teamed up with The Gregory Brothers to create a mashup video of the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The video, dubbed "We're all doomed," includes a reference to Trump's comment about bad things happening in Philadelphia.

October 1, 2020

Health Insurance

Independence Blue Cross unveils 2021 Medicare Advantage health plans

by Michael Tanenbaum

Independence Blue Cross announced three new Medicare Advantage plans for 2021 that will include coverage for COVID-19 testing and treatment. Open enrollment for the plans runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.

October 1, 2020

Business

Gap closing its Center City, Philly airport locations later this year

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Gap store at 1510 Walnut Street will close at the end of November, ending a run of more than two decades in Center City Philadelphia. Gap Inc. is in the process of closing approximately 225 brick and mortar Gap and Banana Republic stores around the world.

September 30, 2020

Apparel

Check out all the 'Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia' merch after Trump-Biden debate

by Michael Tanenbaum

After Tuesday night's presidential debate, you can buy a T-shirt, sticker, hat or mug referencing President Donald Trump's infamous quote, "Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia."