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

October 2, 2025

Investigations

South Jersey insurance claims adjuster charged with stealing nearly $200,000 in payouts

by Michael Tanenbaum

John Philbin, an insurance claims adjuster in Camden County, allegedly stole $200,000 by fabricating filings under false identities for non-existent work that he held the authority to approve, the New Jersey Office of Attorney General said.

October 2, 2025

Business

World of Flight, Nike's first Jordan Brand store in the U.S., opens Oct. 10 in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

Nike will open its Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia, the first of its kind in the United States, on Oct. 10. The footwear and apparel store at 1617 Walnut St. will offer customizable products and a store design celebrating the legacy of NBA legend Michael Jordan.

October 2, 2025

Business

Xfinity Mobile Arena replaces Stephen Starr's Adrian with new restaurant

by Michael Tanenbaum

Xfinity Mobile Arena is replacing Adrian, Stephen Starr's 'Rocky'-themed restaurant on the club level, with a new restaurant called Primepoint Social that offers a lounge and private event space.

October 1, 2025

Transportation

SEPTA will keep using old Regional Rail cars despite NTSB warning about risk of electrical fires

by Michael Tanenbaum

After the National Transportation Safety Board warned that SEPTA's Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars pose safety risks due to electrical fires, SEPTA officials said they have mitigation measures in place and will keep the trains in service.

October 1, 2025

Investigations

Federal employee arrested for 'active shooter hoax' at N.J.'s Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

by Michael Tanenbaum

A federal employee is facing charges for staging an active shooter hoax that led to a lockdown at New Jersey's Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on Tuesday morning, federal prosecutors said.

September 30, 2025

Real Estate

Former 'Real Housewives' star Yolanda Hadid puts Bucks County farm on market for $10.9 million

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former 'Real Housewives of of Beverly Hills' star Yolanda Hadid has listed her 32-acre New Hope property for sale for $10.88 million. Hadid, 61, is one of several celebrities who have bought homes in Bucks County in recent years.

September 30, 2025

Transportation

NJ Transit debuts first of 175 new buses with upgraded amenities

by Michael Tanenbaum

NJ Transit officials have debuted the first of 175 new buses that have upgraded amenities and improved accessibility for passengers. Some of the new vehicles will be introduced in South Jersey in the coming months.

September 30, 2025

Investigations

Before being sentenced for killing her husband, Bucks County woman describes years of abuse

by Michael Tanenbaum

Sammar Khan, of Levittown, was sentenced to 10 to 30 years in prison on Tuesday for killing her estranged abusive husband Faisal Iqbal at the Bristol Wharf in Bucks County in May 2023.

September 30, 2025

Business

United Airlines lounge at Philly airport shut down for health violations

by Michael Tanenbaum

The United Airlines lounge at Philadelphia International Airport was shut down by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health on Monday after an inspection revealed a fly infestation and other violations.

September 29, 2025

Elections

Pa. Supreme Court justices rarely lose seats in retention elections, so why is this year's race so important?

by Michael Tanenbaum

Three Democrats on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Kevin Dougherty, Christine Donohue and David Wecht, are facing retention votes in November's election, putting the party's 5-2 majority up for grabs in an unusual cycle.