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

September 28, 2020

Media

6ABC meteorologist Melissa Magee departs station after 11 years

by Michael Tanenbaum

Meteorologist Melissa Magee will leave 6ABC after 11 years at the Philadelphia television station, she announced in a statement on Facebook. Magee will return home to Los Angeles to be closer to her family.

September 28, 2020

Investigations

Driver sought in hit-and-run that killed woman in Cheltenham

by Michael Tanenbaum

Cheltenham Township police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on Cheltenham Avenue on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020. The victim was identified as 30-year-old Philadelphia resident Shanna Hurdle. Investigators are looking for a white 2019 or 2020 GMC Acadia.

September 28, 2020

Addiction

Wawa to begin selling Nicorette products for smoking cessation

by Michael Tanenbaum

Wawa and GSK Consumer Healthcare have formed a partnership to bring Nicorette smoking cessation products to the convenience store chain's 900-plus locations. All Wawa stores will carry both Nicorette gum and Nicorette lozenges.

September 25, 2020

Investigations

After Amber Alert, abducted 7-year-old girl recovered safe in New York City on Friday night

by Michael Tanenbaum

Giselle Torres was safely recovered in New York City, the Pennsylvania State Police said Friday night. An Amber Alert had been issued on Sept. 25 for 7-year-old Torres, who police say was abducted from Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. Authorities searching for her father, Juan Pablo Torres, 41.

September 25, 2020

Weather

Foggy Philly skyline captured in mesmerizing time-lapse video

by Michael Tanenbaum

A thick fog rolled through Philadelphia on Friday morning, creating a stunning scene as a bank swept across the Center City skyline. A time-lapse video from 6ABC's Chopper 6 shows the impressive view. This weekend's weather forecast calls for patches of rain and sunshine.

September 25, 2020

NBA

Allen Iverson lashes out at unnamed journalist on 'All the Smoke' podcast

by Michael Tanenbaum

Allen Iverson had strong words for an unnamed sports journalist during an appearance on Stephen Jackson and Matt Barnes' "All The Smoke" podcast. Iverson appears to have been referring to Jason Whitlock of "Outkick the Coverage," who has been mired in controversy over remarks about women in sports media.

September 25, 2020

Investigations

Philadelphia city treasurer fired, charged in fraud schemes

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia City Treasurer Christian Dunbar was terminated from his job on Friday as federal prosecutors announced bank embezzlement and marriage fraud charges stemming back to 2006. Dunbar became deputy treasurer in 2016 and was promoted to treasurer in 2019. Mayor Jim Kenney said the city will investigate whether any fraud may have occurred during his time in office.

September 24, 2020

Casinos

Three Philly restaurants adding locations at Live! Hotel and Casino

by Michael Tanenbaum

Termini Brothers, Sang Kee, Lorenzo and Sons Pizza have all signed leases to be part of 10th Street Market at Live! Hotel and Casino Philadelphia. The casino is set to open in early 2021.

September 24, 2020

Small Businesses

Philly announces $20 million in additional COVID-19 small business grants

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia announced another $20 million round of grant funding for small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The new funds will be distributed with priority for past applicants who never received funding and those located in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods.

September 24, 2020

Spotted lanternfly

Spotted lanternfly expert talks predators, 'dumb ones' and how to win this war

by Michael Tanenbaum

As the spotted lanternfly invasion threatens Pennsylvania's economy and disturbs environments, Penn State entomologist Anne Johnson is studying how various natural predators, from birds to other insects, may be encouraged to assist managing populations. Her research is focused on toxin sequestration in spotted lanternflies and how these chemicals may be linked to their favorite meal, the tree of heaven.