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.
April 17, 2020
Illness
Penn State Health begins using convalescent plasma to treat some COVID-19 patients
Penn State Health is now taking blood donations from recovered COVID-19 patients to try the experimental convalescent plasma therapy on those with severe coronavirus complications.April 17, 2020
Investigations
Pottstown woman allegedly killed boyfriend in domestic dispute, D.A. says
Caitlin Maurus, 21, allegedly stabbed 25-year-old Jaylin Matthew Thomas during a domestic dispute at their shared apartment in Pottstown on April 16, 2020. The incident marks the second homicide in Pottstown this month as Montgomery County confronts a spike in domestic violence calls.April 17, 2020
Government
Framework emerging to lift coronavirus restrictions, but Pennsylvania, Philly officials not talking dates yet
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf discussed a broad framework that will be used to reopen the state pending progress in the containment of COVID-19. The state will move in phases and use a regional approach, though Wolf did not provide a timeline at this stage.April 17, 2020
Filmmaking
Kevin Smith says 'Mallrats' sequel will incorporate coronavirus pandemic
New Jersey native and indie filmmaker Kevin Smith will rework his script for a long-awaited sequel to the cult classic "Mallrats," adding the impact of the coronavirus pandemic to his View Askewniverse.April 16, 2020
Mascots
Restless Gritty nails impressive bounce tricks during coronavirus quarantine
Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty continues to be the king of the quarantine, this time with a series of trick shots using a ping pong ball, pots and pans, and a solo cup. Trick shots of all kinds have popped up on social media as people try to combat boredom during the coronavirus pandemic.April 16, 2020
Crime
Domestic violence calls in Montgomery County spike during coronavirus pandemic
Montgomery County detectives reported an 8-9% increase in domestic violence 911 calls and police reports since the coronavirus pandemic intensified with restrictions on March 11, 2020. An analysis shows these incidents have seen a daily uptick over the last month.April 16, 2020
Business
Pennsylvania to expand online liquor sales by using Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores
Some Fine Wine & Good Spirits locations will be used to expand fulfillment operations and capacity for the state's online store during the coronavirus pandemic. All physical locations have been closed since March 17.April 16, 2020
Illness
Uneven lab reports complicate Philly's COVID-19 progress, health commissioner says
Philadelphia is receiving inconsistent batches of COVID-19 test results from labs, making it difficult for the city to measure its day-to-day progress reducing coronavirus infections.April 15, 2020
Nature
Delaware River named 2020 River of the Year by national environmental organization
The Delaware River was named the 2020 river of the year by national environmental organization American Rivers. The annual report recognizes the Delaware River's remarkable turnaround from the mid-20th century to reduce pollution, restore wildlife and implement lasting protections.April 15, 2020
Illness
Some Philly-area hospitals 'near capacity' for COVID-19 patients in ICUs
Philadelphia hospitals are treating more COVID-19 patients in intensive care units, putting a strain on some facilities as the region approaches the expected peak of its coronavirus epidemic. The city also has reached agreements to use The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Center City and the Marriott Springhill Suites at the Philadelphia International Airport as quarantine and isolation space.Just In
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