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.
July 20, 2020
Humor
Grandma wowed in viral video of 'magic' trick with Wawa cups
A viral video on Reddit shows a young man fooling an elderly woman – possibly his grandmother – with a deceptive magic trick using coffee cups from Wawa.July 17, 2020
Lawsuits
Philly towing companies used pit bulls, other intimidation tactics, attorney general claims
A group of Philadelphia towing companies sued by Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro's office are accused of violating the Philadelphia Code and using intimidation to threaten consumers who had their vehicles towed in the city.July 17, 2020
Controversies
Allen Iverson responds to criticism for posting photo with Louis Farrakhan
NBA Hall of Famer and former Philadelphia 76ers superstar Allen Iverson says an Instagram photo he shared of himself with Louis Farrakhan "wasn't meant to offend anyone," adding that he does not support the Nation of Islam leader's anti-Semitic or homophobic views.July 17, 2020
Eagles
SportsRadio 94WIP's Howard Eskin will walk 1,103 miles for Philly-area charities
Howard Eskin will walk 1,103 miles to raise money for Philabundance and the Brandywine SPCA in the months leading up to the start of the Eagles' 2020 season. The SportsRadio 94WIP host chose the number to represent the distance from Philly to Tampa, where Super Bowl LV will be played next February.July 17, 2020
Addiction
Penn Medicine emergency department participating in NIH opioid recovery study
A National Institutes of Health study with a site at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center will assess the use of buprenorphine as a bridge treatment for patients with opioid addiction. Researchers will examine whether it effectively covers the gap before outpatient recovery services can continue treatment.July 16, 2020
Protests
Philly postpones plans to clear homeless encampment on Ben Franklin Parkway
The homeless tent encampment on Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway will not be vacated by the city on July 17 after officials gave organizers written notice last week. The city says it is hopeful that progress is underway toward a mutual and peaceful resolution.July 16, 2020
Fitness
Philly to reopen gyms, fitness centers with strict mask requirement
Philadelphia gyms and fitness centers will reopen on Monday, July 20, 2020. Masks will be required at all times, six feet of distance must be kept, and facilities will be subject to unplanned and unscheduled health department inspections.July 16, 2020
Business
Pennsylvania unveils $50 million hazard pay grant program for life-sustaining industries
Employers in Pennsylvania's life-sustaining industries can apply for grants to provide hazard pay to employees through the state Department of Community and Economic Development.July 16, 2020
Investigations
Three Philly women charged in alleged attack on Spirit Airlines employees
An incident at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Tuesday night led to the arrest of three Philadelphia women who allegedly attacked Spirit Airlines employees after their flight was delayed. The incident was captured on cellphone video.July 15, 2020
Eagles
Philly officials walk back comments on Eagles fans attending games at Lincoln Financial Field
The Philadelphia Eagles will continue to work with the city to determine whether fans will be allowed to attend games at Lincoln Financial Field during the 2020 NFL season. City officials initially said fans will be prohibited, but now say the situation will be monitored during the COVID-19 crisis.Just In
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