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 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 13, 2020
Illness
Philly health commissioner discusses reopening benchmarks, COVID-19 flare-ups
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley said contact tracing, wearing masks and social distancing will remain key pieces of the city's reopening strategy during the COVID-19 crisis. Containing new outbreaks of the coronavirus will be a likely feature of Philadelphia's response when restrictions start to ease.May 13, 2020
Government
Philly plans sharp reduction of polling places for June 2 primary election
Philadelphia plans to reduce polling locations for the Pennsylvania primary on June 2 by more than 70%. Counties across the state are responding to the COVID-19 crisis in similar fashions, urging residents to apply for mail-in or absentee ballots before May 26 deadline.May 13, 2020
Illness
Pennsylvania hospitals receive remdesivir to treat COVID-19 patients
Remdesivir has been distributed to 51 hospitals in Pennsylvania to treat patients who are seriously ill with COVID-19. The experimental drug has shown the ability to reduce the recovery time for some hospitalized patients.May 13, 2020
Investigations
Larry Krasner aide arrested after allegedly leaving child alone in car
Dana Bazelon, a top aide to Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child after she allegedly left her daughter unsupervised in a parked car, according to police.May 12, 2020
Investigations
Bucks County man allegedly assaulted store clerk, cop after refusing to wear face mask
Elijah Brown, 24, allegedly assaulted a female store clerk at Old Towne Convenience Store in Perkasie on May 8, 2020. Brown had refused to wear a facial mask when entering the business and later punched the store clerk multiple times, according to police.May 12, 2020
Public Transit
SEPTA plans to implement free transfers, push back fare restructuring to 2021
SEPTA aims to implement a free transfer policy, child fare reductions and new three-day passes ahead of its proposed fare restructuring plan, which has been delayed due to the COVID-19 crisis.May 12, 2020
Investigations
Security guard charged with shooting three teens on SEPTA bus in Northeast Philly
Brandon Ferguson, 24, was charged in connection with a shooting on SEPTA's route 58 bus on April 16, 2020. Investigators said Ferguson opened fire on three teenagers during an early morning altercation.May 12, 2020
Transportation
PennDOT will use current photos for license, ID renewals during COVID-19 crisis
Most Pennsylvania residents can now renew their driver's licenses and ID cards online without visiting a DMV during the COVID-19 crisis. New cards will use the most current photo on file with PennDOT.May 12, 2020
Sixers
Here's a look at Ben Simmons' new Nike sneakers out this month
Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons will have new signature Nike sneakers available on May 21. The Blazer Mid '77: Motivation sneakers are part of a series on pre-game rituals and are available in an alternate plaid colorway.Just In
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- Quentin Grimes' trade restriction lifted, entire Sixers roster now trade-eligible
- John Harbaugh is back in the NFC East, and the Giants could be good again
- Philadelphia Flower Show to dig into the history of gardening in America
- Penn groups seek to block creation of federal 'registry' of Jewish students and faculty
- Sleeping in on weekends may benefit teenagers' mental health
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