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 20, 2020
Humor
Grandma wowed in viral video of 'magic' trick with Wawa cups
A viral video on Reddit shows a young man fooling an elderly woman – possibly his grandmother – with a deceptive magic trick using coffee cups from Wawa.July 20, 2020
Investigations
Tragic car crash on Broad Street kills pedestrian's unborn baby
Philadelphia police are investigating a car crash on North Broad Street that critically injured a 27-year-old pregnant pedestrian, and killed her unborn child. Charges have been filed against 19-year-old Yaaseen Bivines, who is accused of DUI and driving without a license. The charges include third degree murder.July 20, 2020
Protests
As Trump threatens to send federal agents to Philly, Kenney says city will 'resist'
Philadelphia officials said they have not been informed of plans to send federal law enforcement to city, as President Donald Trump hinted Monday. As protests against racism and police brutality continue in Portland, federal agents have been deployed to the city, prompting widespread criticism of the Trump administration.July 20, 2020
Health Stories
Mütter Museum artifacts shine light on Civil War-era smallpox vaccine
The Mütter Museum in Philadelphia staff found smallpox vaccination kits from the Civil-War era. Analysis discovered ancient DNA, and researchers have reconstructed a picture of the early vaccine used to fight the deadly scourge. This could spark ideas in today's fight against the novel coronavirus, which is responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic.July 17, 2020
Lawsuits
Philly towing companies used pit bulls, other intimidation tactics, attorney general claims
A group of Philadelphia towing companies sued by Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro's office are accused of violating the Philadelphia Code and using intimidation to threaten consumers who had their vehicles towed in the city.July 17, 2020
Addiction
Penn Medicine emergency department participating in NIH opioid recovery study
A National Institutes of Health study with a site at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center will assess the use of buprenorphine as a bridge treatment for patients with opioid addiction. Researchers will examine whether it effectively covers the gap before outpatient recovery services can continue treatment.July 17, 2020
Controversies
Allen Iverson responds to criticism for posting photo with Louis Farrakhan
NBA Hall of Famer and former Philadelphia 76ers superstar Allen Iverson says an Instagram photo he shared of himself with Louis Farrakhan "wasn't meant to offend anyone," adding that he does not support the Nation of Islam leader's anti-Semitic or homophobic views.July 17, 2020
Eagles
SportsRadio 94WIP's Howard Eskin will walk 1,103 miles for Philly-area charities
Howard Eskin will walk 1,103 miles to raise money for Philabundance and the Brandywine SPCA in the months leading up to the start of the Eagles' 2020 season. The SportsRadio 94WIP host chose the number to represent the distance from Philly to Tampa, where Super Bowl LV will be played next February.July 16, 2020
Protests
Philly postpones plans to clear homeless encampment on Ben Franklin Parkway
The homeless tent encampment on Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway will not be vacated by the city on July 17 after officials gave organizers written notice last week. The city says it is hopeful that progress is underway toward a mutual and peaceful resolution.July 16, 2020
Fitness
Philly to reopen gyms, fitness centers with strict mask requirement
Philadelphia gyms and fitness centers will reopen on Monday, July 20, 2020. Masks will be required at all times, six feet of distance must be kept, and facilities will be subject to unplanned and unscheduled health department inspections.Just In
- Report: Eagles interviewing Zac Robinson for open offensive coordinator job
- MLB rumors: Bo Bichette is gone, should the Phillies try for Cody Bellinger? Other top free agents?
- Telford man charged with raping elderly woman and burglarizing 4 houses
- Cheltenham High football team's 'toxic' culture blamed for hazing incident, leaving 2026 season in doubt
- Philly conducts a homeless count each year. Here's why it's held in January, despite some drawbacks
- Alleged gambling scheme to fix NCAA basketball games included La Salle contest
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