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.
August 25, 2020
Courts
Federal judge rules Philly can shut down homeless encampments
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Philadelphia can proceed with plans to "terminate and dissolve" two homeless tent encampments located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Ridge Avenue. The encampments, doubling as protests against chronic homelessness, formed in June.August 25, 2020
Illness
Philly falls below 100 COVID-19 cases per day as mask use rises
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley said the city's weekly average COVID-19 cases counts have hit their lowest point since the peak of the coronavirus pandemic in mid-April. The improvement is attributed, in part, to wider compliance with the city's face mask mandate.August 25, 2020
Investigations
Atlantic City police officer found dead in car, authorities say
Atlantic City Police Officer Richard Link, 29, of Brigantine, was found dead in his car in Galloway Township, New Jersey, on Aug. 22, 2020. Authorities said Tuesday afternoon that Link died by suicide.August 25, 2020
Entertainment
Brooklyn Bowl music venue, restaurant, bowling alley planned for Fishtown
Brooklyn Bowl, a popular live music venue founded in Williamsburg, New York City, will partner with Live Nation to open a location in Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood. The venue, restaurant and bowling alley will replace the former Revolutions Philadelphia on Delaware Avenue.August 25, 2020
Legislation
Wolf calls for legalizing recreational marijuana to support Pa. businesses impacted by COVID-19
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf has called for the General Assembly to send him a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana. Revenue from sales would support small businesses and restorative justice programs in Pennsylvania.August 24, 2020
Schools
Philly Catholic League cancels high school fall sports amid coronavirus pandemic
The Philadelphia Catholic League's 17 high school teams will opt out of the 2020 fall sports season, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced Monday. Despite PIAA approval to move forward with fall sports, Philadelphia public and private schools have heeded the recommendation of Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf to suspend sports during the coronavirus pandemic.August 24, 2020
NBA
Allen Iverson pens tribute to 'fiercest competitor' Kobe Bryant on 8/24
As family, friends and fans remember the life of Kobe Bryant, former Philadelphia 76ers great Allen Iverson wrote an essay for The Players Tribune paying tribute to his NBA contemporary. Bryant would have turned 43 years old on Sunday, while Los Angeles celebrates Kobe Bryant Day on Monday, in recognition of his two jersey numbers.August 24, 2020
Business
Wawa testing new dinner menu items including pasta, platters, burger and fries
Wawa will test a number of new dinner menu items at select locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, Delaware and Washington, D.C. The pilot program includes a new and improved burger, pasta dishes, rotisserie-style chicken and Heat and Eat meals.August 19, 2020
Universities
Temple launches COVID-19 dashboard to track cases on campus, nearby
Temple University's COVID-19 dashboard tracks on-campus, off-campus and non-campus cases that affect the community at-large. As students move into their dorms to start the fall semester, the university is conducting tests and following various protocols to prevent the spread of virus.August 19, 2020
Sixers
Kawhi Leonard's signature New Balance shoe takes cold-blooded dig at Sixers
New Balance and Kawhi Leonard teamed up for the brand's first signature shoe with an NBA star, calling the design "4 Bounces" to celebrate the Game 7 shot that crushed the hearts of Philadelphia 76ers fans in 2019.Just In
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