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 14, 2020
Food & Drink
Trolley Car Ice Cream Shoppe relocating to Fishtown outside Fillmore Philadelphia
The Trolley Car Ice Cream Shoppe will take up residence in the courtyard outside the Fillmore Philadelphia in Fishtown. Developer Ken Weinstein donated the iconic 1948 PCC trolley car to the Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District.July 14, 2020
Business
Amazon grocery stores rumored for Center City, Bensalem, Warrington, report says
Amazon plans to open at least three grocery stores in the Philadelphia area, including one in Center City and two in Bucks County. The tech giant, which already owns Whole Foods, aims to debut a separate brand focused on prepared foods, mainstream goods and foodservice components.July 14, 2020
Government
Philly Managing Director Brian Abernathy announces resignation
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney's second-in-command, Brian Abernathy, will step down from his role as city managing director effective Sept. 4. Abernathy has been a key figure in Philadelphia's response to the COVID-19 crisis.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
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
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
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
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
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
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.Just In
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