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 13, 2020
Sixers
Sixers' Ben Simmons teased for bungling fish toss back into Orlando water
Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons caught a fish at the NBA's "Disney Bubble," but his botched effort to throw it back into the water made for a viral video and lots of jokes.July 13, 2020
Investigations
Video of Allentown cop kneeling on man's head prompts investigations by police, Lehigh County D.A.
The Allentown Police Department and Lehigh County District Attorney's Office are investigating an incident in which an officer was seen placing his knee on the neck of a man outside St. Luke's Hospital on July 11, 2020. The incident recalls the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.July 13, 2020
Politics
Philly D.A. Krasner, Proud Boys both slam police union president about party at FOP headquarters
John McNesby, president of Philadelphia's police union, was criticized by both District Attorney Larry Krasner and the Proud Boys following last week's visit to FOP headquarters by Vice President Mike Pence. The Proud Boys, who attended an FOP lodge afterparty, are considered a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center.July 13, 2020
Investigations
Driver sought in fatal hit-and-run on cyclist in North Philly
A 32-year-old cyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Ridge Avenue in North Philadelphia near Laurel Hill Cemetery on July 12, 2020. Philadelphia police are searching for the driver of the vehicle, who fled the scene of the accident.July 10, 2020
Protests
Philly to shut down homeless encampment on Ben Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia officials will shut down the homeless tent encampment on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on July 17, more than a month after organizers set up the area as a protest against insufficient housing and homeless services.July 10, 2020
FIFA
Philly launches bid to host 2026 World Cup matches at Lincoln Financial Field
Philadelphia is among 17 U.S. cities aiming to host matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first time the event will be held in the U.S. since 1994. Philadelphia would host matches at Lincoln Financial Field.July 10, 2020
Plants
Longwood Gardens' rare 'corpse flower' will bloom on livestream
Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Chester County, is livestreaming the bloom of a rare corpse flower, which emits a purtid oder often likened to rotting flesh. The last time a titan aram bloomed at Longwood Gardens was in 1961.July 10, 2020
Illness
Temple treats first U.S. patients in COVID-19 immunotherapy clinical trial
Temple University Hospital and Corvus Pharmaceuticals are testing an immunotherapy treatment on patients with COVID-19. The technique, now commonly used in cancer patients, trains the immune system to remember and target markers of disease.July 9, 2020
Eagles
Former Eagle Chris Long is right: It's 'not in vogue' to denounce anti-Semitism amid DeSean Jackson controversy
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson has apologized for his anti-Semitic social media post, but few public figures have taken the time to affirm Jewish people. Former Eagles defensive end Chris Long pointed out that it's not "in vogue" to denounce anti-Semitism during his Green Light podcast.July 9, 2020
Prevention
Philly launches face-mask media campaign to unite city against COVID-19
A media campaign in Philadelphia will aim to increase compliance with the city's mandatory mark order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. As states around the country see a surge in coronavirus infections, Philadelphia has been able to keep case numbers relatively in check.Just In
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- 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
- Howie Roseman deflects on A.J. Brown's Eagles future: 'It is hard to find great players in the NFL'
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