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.
March 17, 2020
Illness
Penn opens Philly's first drive-thru coronavirus testing site, other locations to follow
Philadelphia's first drive-thru coronavirus testing site is planned for the University of Pennsylvania. Only patients who have been directly referred by a physician will have access to COVID-19 tests, health officials said. A second site in Radnor Township also will be operated by Penn.March 17, 2020
Public Transportation
SEPTA expects to limit subway, bus service amid Philly's coronavirus response
A SEPTA official said it will likely reduce bus and subway service in the near future in line with the reduced ridership and its staffing limitations because of the coronavirus. And additional COVID-19 testing sites in Philadelphia and the suburbs have become operational through various health care systems in and around the city, officials said.March 17, 2020
Health News
What are Philly's essential and non-essential businesses during coronavirus restrictions?
Philadelphia's restrictions on non-essential businesses during the coronavirus crisis will be in place at least through March 27, 2020. The city has provided guidelines and resources for business owners to seek relief and determine how the restrictions will affect them and what are essential businesses.March 16, 2020
Eagles
Andy Reid recalls awestruck meeting with Elton John during Eagles coaching days
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid in an interview on radio station 610 Sports, recalled meet Elton John and Billy Joel while he was coaching the Philadelphia Eagles during the early part of his career. Reid was shocked by Elton John's football knowledge.March 16, 2020
March Madness
Temple, Delaware grads streaming Corona Madness NCAA tournament on Twitch
Corona Madness, a video game NCAA tournament, will be streamed on Twitch this week by two Philly-area friends who are filling the void of March Madness with a coronavirus-inspired production from a Doylestown basement.March 16, 2020
Investigations
Malvern man charged in fatal shooting in Cheltenham Township
Kether Opitimius Massiaz, 22, of Malvern, was charged in the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Wendell Allison-Haulcey, of King of Prussia, on March 15, 2020 in Cheltenham Township. The shooting occurred amid restrictions in Montgomery County due to the coronavirus pandemic.March 13, 2020
Health News
Penn Medicine restricts visitation, plans rescheduling of outpatient visits because of coronavirus
Penn Medicine facilities and other Philadelphia hospital networks are restricting visitation access in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Some appointments and procedures may also be rescheduled or made virtual in order to adjust to the demands of COVID-19.March 13, 2020
Coronavirus
Charles Barkley's 180° on coronavirus pandemic mirrors stubborn shift in public perception
NBA analyst Charles Barkley went from unconcerned about the coronavirus to feeling sick within a matter of days. The change of attitude about the COVID-19 pandemic is happening across the United States, but those who remain unconvinced can learn from Barkley's folly.March 13, 2020
Business
King of Prussia Mall closes as part of coronavirus mitigation efforts
The King of Prussia Mall defied an order from Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf to shut down amid the coronavirus pandemic, as has been urged for all non-essential retail businesses in Montgomery County. The governor's orders are not legally mandatory at this time.March 13, 2020
Business
Comcast boosts some broadband speeds, urges Philly HQ employees to work from home
Comcast has advised employees at its Center City headquarters to work remotely if possible through April 12 in response to the coronavirus outbreak. The company has also boosted internet speeds and cut prices for qualified low-income customers.Just In
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