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.
December 6, 2019
Health News
Jefferson to build Center City research center with $70 million gift
Thomas Jefferson University will construct a 12-story biomedical research center with the help of a $70 million gift from philanthropists Sidney and Caroline Kimmel, officials announced at Thursday night's 17th annual Jefferson Gala.December 6, 2019
Politics
Philly D.A. Krasner calls Joe Biden 'dumbest guy' at Penn event
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner took aim at Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden earlier this week during an event at the University of Pennsylvania. The progressive DA talked about the 2020 presidential election and suggested Biden was an example of the party's failed moderate strategy,December 6, 2019
Investigations
Stepson of Pa. police chief won't get favoritism in deer abuse case, solicitor says
Two Pennsylvania teens seen in a video abusing a deer will not receive preferential treatment despite one of them being the stepson of the Brookville police chief. The video, which shows one of the boys kicking the dear in the face, sparked outrage across the country.December 6, 2019
Eagles
Giants' Saquon Barkley says Eagles fans trash-talked his dad
The 5-7 Philadelphia Eagles have a chance to gain a share of the NFC East lead with a win over the hapless New York Giants on "Monday Night Football" at Lincoln Financial Field.December 4, 2019
Adult Health
Trader Joe's, 7-Eleven sushi recalled in Pa., N.J. over listeria fears
Sushi products sold at Trader Joe's, 7-Eleven and several other stores in Pennsylvania and New Jersey have been recalled as a result of a potential listeria monocytogenes contamination, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced.December 4, 2019
Crime
Twin brother charged in fatal shooting of Philly high school football star
Fayaadh Gillard, 18, is charged with murder and related offenses in the fatal shooting of his twin brother, Suhail Gillard. The Mastery Charter North football star was expected to attend West Virginia State University on a football scholarship in the fall.December 4, 2019
Food & Drink
Renata's Kitchen expanding to former Trolley Car Station site in University City
One of West Philadelphia's favorite brunch destinations soon will be expanding to a bigger space and launching dinner service.December 4, 2019
Films
Sixers' Joel Embiid almost starred in an Adam Sandler movie
Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Joel Embiid could have made his big-screen debut alongside Adam Sandler later this month — could have, if not for the whole NBA thing.December 3, 2019
Media
Vox Media shuts down Curbed Philly, other local sites
Curbed Philly, one of Philadelphia's top resources for news on urban development and real estate, has been shut down by Vox Media.December 3, 2019
Investigations
Star running back at Philly high school fatally shot in Overbrook Park
A talented Philadelphia athlete preparing to graduate from Mastery Charter North with a football scholarship was fatally shot Sunday night in Overbrook, according to Philadelphia police.Just In
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