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.
June 15, 2020
NFL
CNN hires former Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins as regular contributor
New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins will become a regular contributor for CNN, the cable news network announced. The two-time Super Bowl winner said he hopes to provide perspective in the run-up to the 2020 election.June 15, 2020
Investigations
Philly police union slams city's 'second guessing' of protest response
John McNesby, president of Philadelphia's Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5, called plans for an independent review of the law enforcement response to recent protests "a new low" for the city. Mayor Jim Kenney and Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw announced they will support a thorough review of the city's handling of cilvil unrest.June 15, 2020
Addiction
Temple researchers to study promising cocaine addiction treatment
Temple University researchers will examine whether clavulanic acid, an ingredient in Augmentin, is an effective therapy to help those with cocaine use disorder. The study is funded by a $1.77 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.June 11, 2020
Restaurants
Philly details outdoor dining guidelines for restaurants in COVID-19 yellow phase
Restaurants in Philadelphia can offer outdoor dining starting June 12 in accordance with guidelines and rules established by the health department during the yellow phase of the COVID-19 crisis. Options for businesses include sidewalk cafés, streeteries, private lots and temporary street closures.June 11, 2020
Illness
As COVID-19 further wanes in Philly, green reopening phase in sight
Philadelphia's key COVID-19 metrics continue to show the city's progress in reducing the spread of the coronavirus. Officials also have launched two assistance programs to provide funding to minority-owned businesses heavily impacted by both the pandemic and civil unrest.June 11, 2020
Investigations
Woman's body found inside suitcase in Kensington, police say
Philadelphia police found the remains of a woman in a large suitcase at Kensington and Allegheny avenues on June 11, 2020. An investigation is underway.June 11, 2020
Eagles
Eagles' DeSean Jackson reveals cleats honoring George Floyd
DeSean Jackson shared photos custom cleats designed to honor George Floyd, whose death has driven the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver to be more outspoke. The cleats were designed by Marcus RiveroJune 11, 2020
Construction
Philly to begin resurfacing 22nd Street, add protected bike lane
A road resurfacing project along 22nd Street will include a new protected bike lane and safety improvements between Snyder Avenue and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the Philadelphia Streets Department announced.June 10, 2020
Prevention
Cancer immunotherapy research could aid COVID-19 vaccine development
The development of a COVID-19 vaccine could benefit from knowledge gained via cancer immunotherapy research, according to a experts at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.June 10, 2020
Investigations
Lehigh Valley man dies after shipping container filled with fireworks explodes
Brian Ehret, 50, died on June 9 after a shipping containing filled with fire works exploded on his property in Lower Milford Township. Pennsylvania State Police investigating the cause of the incident.Just In
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