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.
May 18, 2020
Police
Philly police seize more than 60 illegal ATVs, dirt bikes during weekend
Philadelphia police seized illegal ATVs and dirt bikes across the city after receiving complaints from residents, officials said. It was not immediately clear whether the seizures were connected to the COVID-19 crisis and enforcing social distancing.May 18, 2020
Business
Mad River Manyunk, Farmicia in Old City to close as result of coronavirus crisis
Mad River Manayunk and Farmacia in Old City, two popular Philadelphia bars that have been around for more than a decade, will close due to the coronavirus crisis. The restaurant industry has been among the hardest hit across the United States.May 18, 2020
Government
Key to COVID-19 crisis: 'Don't be a jerk,' Philly managing director says
Philadelphia Managing Director Brian Abernathy joined other city officials in urging residents not to visit the Jersey Shore over Memorial Day weekend in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Abernathy said the key to the crisis is, "Don't be a jerk."May 15, 2020
Politics
Philly won't cave to 'open up hysteria,' Mayor Kenney says
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said protesters focused on reopening and lifting coronavirus restrictions are putting the health and safety of others at risk. The mayor said Philadelphia will continue to base its planning on public health data. Gov. Tom Wolf moved another 12 counties into the next phase of his reopening plan.May 15, 2020
Restaurants
Pennsylvania unveils penalties for restaurants reopening dining service too soon
Pennsylvania restaurants will be subject to food safety inspections by the department of agriculture if they violate the state's orders surrounding the resumption of dine-in service. The state has established rules for restaurants to follow amid the COVID-19 crisis.May 15, 2020
Phillies
Phillies' Bryce Harper says Blake Snell 'ain't lying' about raw deal on MLB pay cuts
Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Bryce Harper stood behind remarks by Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Blake Snell, who said he did not want to play this year if the MLB's proposed revenue split gets approved.May 15, 2020
Music
Will Smith shouts out Philly, Dr. J in new 'Will' remix with Joyner Lucas
Will Smith and Joyner Lucas teamed up for a remix of "Will," a song from Lucas' debut album "ADHD." In his verse, Smith gives nods to his hometown of Philadelphia and 76ers legend Julius Erving.May 14, 2020
Illness
Philly surpasses 1,000 deaths from COVID-19 as city forms recovery office
Philadelphia surpassed a grim milestone on Thursday – more than 1,000 people have died of COVID-19. The city has confirmed more than 19,000 coronavirus cases since March. Officials have formed a recovery office to help Philadelphia secure economic assistance as the coronavirus crisis continues.May 14, 2020
Adult Health
Penn researcher's breakthrough enables blind to 'see' letters, shapes
A study led by an incoming neuroscientist at Penn Medicine enabled people with blindness to see letters and shapes by using implanted electrodes to deliver visual information directly to the visual cortex, bypassing the eyes.May 14, 2020
Business
Philly releases list of businesses benefitting from COVID-19 relief fund
More than 2,000 small businesses in Philadelphia were chosen to receive financial assistance through the city's COVID-19 Small Business Relief Fund. The program has awarded more than $13.3 million in loans and grants to Philadelphia businesses during the coronavirus crisis.Just In
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