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 3, 2020
Weather
Three people die as severe thunderstorms, damaging winds pummel Philly region
Three people were killed in Montgomery County on Wednesday as the Philadelphia region was hammered by severe thunderstorms with powerful, damaging winds, officials said.June 3, 2020
Illness
Philly health department recommends protesters get tested for COVID-19
Philadelphia health officials have recommended that people who participate in protests demanding justice for George Floyd seek testing for COVID-19. Civil unrest arrived in Philadelphia as the city prepares to enter Pennsylvania's COVID-19 yellow phase on June 5, a date that may be pushed back.June 3, 2020
Investigations
Philly police investigate 50 ATM explosions, residents hear startling booms across the city
Philadelphia police are investigating 50 ATM explosions across the city since widespread protests and rioting began on Saturday afternoon, Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said Wednesday. Residents have reported loud booming sounds throughout the city in recent days, leading to rampant speculation about their source.June 3, 2020
Primary Election
U.S. Rep Brian Fitzpatrick challenged by Andy Meehan in Republican primary
In Pennsylvania's 1st District of the U.S. House, there are contested primaries on the Republican and Democratic sides of the ballot. The congressional district covers portions of Bucks and Montgomery counties. On the Republican side, incumbent Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick is challenged by Andy Meehan, a financial planner and investment advisor who has criticized Fitzpatrick for his bipartisan leanings in Congress. On the Democratic ticket, Bucks County solicitor and Ivyland Borough Councilmember Christina Finello has defeated Skylar Hurwitz, a technology entrepreneur in New Hope.June 2, 2020
Primary Election
Six Democrats vie to be party's candidate for Pennsylvania auditor general
The race for Pennsylvania auditor general, the state's chief fiscal watchdog, seeks a replacement for outgoing Democrat Eugene DePasquale, who reached his term limit and is running in the primary election for the U.S. House seat in Pennsylvania's 10th District. There are six candidates on the ballot vying for the Democratic nomination. Nina Ahmad, H. Scott Conklin, Rosie Davis, Tracie Fountain, Christina Hartman, Michael Lamb. Timothy DeFoor is the lone candidate on the Republican side.June 2, 2020
Sixers
Sixers' Ben Simmons calls President Trump 'cowardly'; Phillies' Harper says 'love everyone equally'
Philadelphia 76ers and Phillies stars Ben Simmons and Bryce Harper spoke out Tuesday on the civil unrest across the United States after George Floyd was killed at the hands of Minneapolis police on May 25, 2020. Simmons called President Donald Trump "cowardly," while Harper vowed to support the black community.June 2, 2020
Primary Election
Incumbent Democratic Rep. Brian Sims faces party challenge from Marisa Shaaban
In the Pennsylvania House's 182nd District, Democratic challenger Marisa Shaaban held a narrow lead over incumbent Rep. Brian Sims with 90.43% of precincts reporting in Tuesday primary election. Sims, seeking his fifth term, became the legislature's first openly gay member in 2013 and has served as a vocal progressive in Harrisburg. He has been a strong advocate for LGBTQ and reproductive rights during his time in office. Shaaban is a policy professional who currently serves as secretary of Philadelphia's 5th Ward. She is campaigning for fully-funded public education, improving healthcare access and investing in efficient, reliable public transportation. The 182nd District includes parts of Center City, South Philly and North Philly.June 2, 2020
Primary Election
Joe Biden, Donald Trump cruise to Pennsylvania primary wins amid protests and pandemic
Despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and ongoing civil unrest in the United States, Pennsylvania residents turned out for Tuesday's primary election to decide who will be Democratic challenger to President Donald in November. Former Vice President Joe Biden, who spoke in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning, is the presumptive Democratic pick since Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders suspended his trailing campaign in early April.June 2, 2020
PennDOT
PennDOT resumes driver's license tests as state advances in COVID-19 reopening
Driver's skills tests and motorcycle skills tests can once again be scheduled in Pennsylvania amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Open PennDOT centers will prioritize those who had tests canceled prior to the pandemic.June 2, 2020
Protests
Philly mayor, police commissioner condemn armed vigilante group in Fishtown
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said the city will not tolerate displays of armed vigilantism such as those seen Monday night in Fishtown. A local reporter was allegedly assaulted for filming a group that stood outside the 26th District Police station with bats and clubs.Just In
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