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.
August 24, 2020
NBA
Allen Iverson pens tribute to 'fiercest competitor' Kobe Bryant on 8/24
As family, friends and fans remember the life of Kobe Bryant, former Philadelphia 76ers great Allen Iverson wrote an essay for The Players Tribune paying tribute to his NBA contemporary. Bryant would have turned 43 years old on Sunday, while Los Angeles celebrates Kobe Bryant Day on Monday, in recognition of his two jersey numbers.August 19, 2020
TV
Here are the new shows, movies coming to Hulu in September
Hulu will release a number of original series and classic movies and shows in September, including the debut of "Woke" and the return of "Pen15."August 19, 2020
Sixers
Kawhi Leonard's signature New Balance shoe takes cold-blooded dig at Sixers
New Balance and Kawhi Leonard teamed up for the brand's first signature shoe with an NBA star, calling the design "4 Bounces" to celebrate the Game 7 shot that crushed the hearts of Philadelphia 76ers fans in 2019.August 19, 2020
Illness
Philly health department warns of COVID-19 outbreak at Tacony church
At least nine COVID-19 cases have been linked to an outbreak at the City Reach Philly Church in the Tacony section of Northeast Philadelphia, the health department announced Wednesday. The city believes others connected to the church likely were infected in August. Services have been suspended pending further case investigation and contact tracing.August 19, 2020
Universities
Temple launches COVID-19 dashboard to track cases on campus, nearby
Temple University's COVID-19 dashboard tracks on-campus, off-campus and non-campus cases that affect the community at-large. As students move into their dorms to start the fall semester, the university is conducting tests and following various protocols to prevent the spread of virus.August 18, 2020
Odd News
Pa. man tries Hail Mary grammar appeal to avoid lengthy prison sentence
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania ruled against a man who appealed his conviction using an argument that challenged the grammar of the law. The case involved an arson in Pittsburgh, where two witnesses to a fatal shooting had their house burned down by a cousin of the gunman.August 18, 2020
Investigations
Teen killed, 4 injured injured in Strawberry Mansion shooting as violent surge continues
Philadelphia police are searching for a suspect who opened fire in Strawberry Mansion on Tuesday afternoon, injuring five people in the area of North 30th and West Cumberland Streets. The incident is the latest in a rash of shootings across Philadelphia in one of the most violent years in recent history.August 18, 2020
FBI
Pennsylvania teen reunited with family in Lower Paxton after FBI search
The FBI has joined efforts to locate Destiny Snyder, a 13-year-old girl who went missing from her home in Lower Paxton Township on Saturday, Aug. 15.August 18, 2020
Protests
Philly homeless encampments, city in limbo amid injunction request, ongoing talks
Negotiations between Philadelphia officials and the organizers of two homeless encampments continued Tuesday despite an anticipated move by the city to vacate them. The encampments on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Ridge Avenue are part of a protest to demand solutions to the city's housing crisis.August 17, 2020
Prevention
Pennsylvania plans to launch Irish-made COVID-19 contact tracing app next month
In September, Pennsylvania will launch COVID Green, a contact tracing app that enables residents to receive notifications if they have potentially been exposed to the coronavirus. The app, developed by Irish software company Nearform, uses anonymous Bluetooth signals to protect the privacy of users.Just In
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- Fatal vehicle crashes in Philly decreased by 26% in 2025, but pedestrian safety remains an issue, officials say
- Cape May Brewing and Asher's to drop chocolate-covered pretzel brown ale
- Pickle milkshakes, a rave and 1,200 costumes: The Big Dill returns to Philly Nov. 14
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