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.
August 31, 2020
Controversies
Chef Marc Vetri calls out Jim Kenney for dining indoors in Maryland
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney was spotted dining indoors at a restaurant in Maryland over the weekend, prompting outrage from restaurateur Marc Vetri, who shared a photo of the mayor on Instagram. Indoor dining will reopen at limited capacity in Philadelphia on Sept. 9.August 31, 2020
Protests
Philly sets final date for removal of homeless encampments
Philadelphia's homeless encampments on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Ridge Avenue have been given a final notice to clear by Sept. 9, 2020. A federal judge ruled last week that the city had the authority to terminate and dissolve the encampments, which formed in June.August 31, 2020
Government
Pennsylvania eviction moratorium set to expire as thousands face housing crisis
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf urged the General Assembly to work on a legislative solution to the state's expiring moratorium on evictions and foreclosures. The governor cannot extend his executive order without a action from the legislature, where House Democrats have put forth a package of bills to be considered this week.August 28, 2020
Universities
Kutztown University professor regrets telling students to seek out COVID-19, 'get it over with'
Dr. Victor Massad, a business professor at Kutztown University, came under fire this week after advising his students to actively contract COVID-19. The professor apologized for his remarks, explaining that he was contemplating herd immunity but failed to provide context for his remarks.August 28, 2020
Comedians
Ahead of Philly comedy show, Jim Gaffigan goes on Twitter rampage against Trump followers
Comedian Jim Gaffigan unleashed on President Donald Trump in a Twitter tirade during the final night of Republican National Convention. Gaffigan is slated to perform at Citizens Bank Park in South Philadelphia on Saturday, August 29.August 28, 2020
Taxes
New Jersey hikes gas tax due to revenue lost amid pandemic
New Jersey will raise its fuel tax by 9.3 cents per gallon on Oct. 1. Officials said the state has lost required transportation funding during the coronavirus pandemic as fewer people purchase gas. With the change, New Jersey will have the fourth highest fuel tax in the United States.August 28, 2020
Eagles
Tailgating outside the Linc during Eagles games will be prohibited, city says
The city of Philadelphia will not allow tailgating outside of Lincoln Financial Field during the Eagles' 2020 home games, officials said. Fans also will not be able to attend games inside the stadium during the coronavirus pandemic until further notice, the team said.August 27, 2020
Opioids
Excessive, high-dose opioids commonly prescribed after knee surgery, Penn study finds
High-strength opioid doses are commonly prescribed after both invasive and non-invasive knee surgeries in the United States, raising concern about long-term use and other risks in patients who don't have a history of taking these drugs. Penn Medicine researchers believe prescription standards can be modified for these surgeries to reduce potential harm to patients.August 27, 2020
Eagles
Eagles fans will not be able to attend games at Linc 'until further notice,' team says
The Philadelphia Eagles will not have fans in attendance at Lincoln Financial Field to start the 2020 NFL season. City and state officials informed the team of the decision on Thursday as the coronavirus pandemic continues to limit large gatherings. Fans will not be permitted at games until further notice.August 27, 2020
Documentaries
Cara Delevinge to lead Hulu, BBC docuseries 'Planet Sex'
Cara Delevinge will star in an upcoming Hulu documentary series about sexual identity and gender. The project, tentatively called "Planet Sex," will be co-produced by BBC Three.Just In
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- Penn groups seek to block creation of federal 'registry' of Jewish students and faculty
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- Report: Eagles request to interview Jim Bob Cooter for open offensive coordinator job
- Psychiatric disorders share more genetic overlap than scientists realized, study shows
- Telford man charged with raping elderly woman and burglarizing 4 houses
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