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.
July 27, 2020
Gyms
Atilis Gym owners charged after defying New Jersey court order to shut down
Atilis Gym owners Ian Smith and Frank Trumbetti were arrested Monday morning amid an ongoing battle over New Jersey's COVID-19 restrictions. The owners defied a ruling by a New Jersey judge to shut down after failing an inspection by the Camden County Health Department.July 27, 2020
Eagles
Eagles honor Kobe Bryant with mural of '10 rules' at practice facility
The Philadelphia Eagles have honored the late Kobe Bryant with a mural at the NovaCare Complex, including 10 rules from the five-time NBA Champion, Bryant, a Lower Merion native, died earlier this year in a helicopter crash in California.July 27, 2020
Eagles
Eagles add Pepsi as official partner, drop Coca-Cola at Lincoln Financial Field
The Philadelphia Eagles and Pepsi Co have agreed on a seven-year partnership at Lincoln Financial Field, ending the team's eight-year run with Coca-Cola as its official stadium provider.July 24, 2020
Phillies
Phillies set price for fans to put faces on cardboard cutouts at Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia Phillies fans can submit a photo to appear as a "game face" at Citizens Bank Park during the 2020 season. These cardboard cutouts, which support Phillies Charities, will be available to season ticket holders for $25 each and the general public for $40 apiece.July 24, 2020
Investigations
Tony Luke's cheesesteak shop owners charged in alleged tax evasion scheme
The owners of the original Tony Luke's cheesesteak shop have been indicted on federal charges of tax evasion and related offenses. Prosecutors say Anthony Lucidonio Sr. and Nicholas Lucidonio concealed approximately $8 million from the IRS.July 24, 2020
Investigations
Gunman in custody after two people shot at Mount Laurel doctor's office
Burlington County prosecutors say a gunman injured two people at a Mount Laurel office building before peacefully surrendering to police at the scene. The victims were transported to Cooper University Hospital for treatment.July 24, 2020
Obituaries
Boxing coach Naazim Richardson, trainer for Bernard Hopkins in Philly, dies at 54
Naazim Richardson, an influential boxing coach who trained Bernard Hopkins in Philadelphia, has died at 54. Richardson also coached "Sugar" Shane Mosley and several other prominent boxers at the Shuler Gym in West Philadelphia.July 24, 2020
Investigations
New Jersey man charged in death of woman found in suitcase in Kensington
The body of Christina Gribbin, 25, was found in a suitcase under SEPTA's elevated Market Frankford Line tracks in Kensington on June 11, 2020. Aaron Mosher, of Brown Mills, is charged with conspiracy and related offenses in connection with her death.July 24, 2020
Phillies
In Phillies hype video, Jimmy Rollins embraces potential of 2020 team
Philadelphia Phillis great Jimmy Rollins narrated a hype video for the team's 2020 season, which starts Friday night against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park. With just 60 games on the schedule, the Phillies have a solid chance to make their first playoff appearance since 2011.July 23, 2020
Agriculture
Swede midge could be Pennsylvania's latest crop-threatening invasive species
The invasive swede midge, a tiny fly native to Europe and Asia, has been documented in Pennsylvania for the first time, according to Penn State Extension. The insect was found when researchers responded to a Bradford County farmer's complaint about a broccoli crop.Just In
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- 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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