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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

March 2, 2020

Investigations

Human arm found on side of road in Northeast Philly, police say

by Michael Tanenbaum

A passerby found a human arm and hand near the Fox Chase Farm in Northeast Philadelphia on Monday, March 2, 2020. An investigation is ongoing.

March 2, 2020

Stadiums

Wells Fargo Center unveils renovations planned for all-new Club Level

by Michael Tanenbaum

During the summer of 2020, the Wells Fargo Center will renovate the arena's Club Level to create an open-floor concept and two new premium seating options. The space will feature upscale dining, a wine cellar and a taproom.

March 2, 2020

Investigations

Woman fatally struck in Bucks County hit-and-run on Route 1

by Michael Tanenbaum

Middletown Township authorities say a 29-year-old woman was struck and killed by multiple vehicles on Route 1 in Bucks County. None of the drivers remained at the scene, police said.

February 28, 2020

Sales

Fine Wine & Good Spirits offering storewide 10% Leap Day sale on Saturday

by Michael Tanenbaum

Customers at Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores will receive 10% off wines, spirits and accessories at all Pennsylvania stores on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. The Leap Day sale will also apply to online purchases.

February 28, 2020

Eagles

Eagles could potentially play a game in Mexico City in 2020

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Eagles have a 12.5% chance of traveling to Mexico City next season to face the Arizona Cardinals in a neutral site international game.

February 28, 2020

Memorials

Sculptor seeks backing to create Kobe Bryant memorial statue in Lower Merion

by Michael Tanenbaum

A sculptor hopes to create a memorial statue of Kobe Bryant to Lower Merion, the Philadelphia suburb where the late NBA superstar played high school basketball. Greg Marra, whose previous artwork includes Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, is seeking community and financial support for the project.

February 28, 2020

LGBTQ

Philadelphia police hire first transgender recruit in department's history

by Michael Tanenbaum

Benson Churgai, 24, became the first transgender officer in the history of the Philadelphia Police Department. Last summer, Philadelphia police introduce new guidelines for officers who have interactions with the city's transgender residents.

February 28, 2020

Addiction

South Philly building owner pulls plug on Safehouse opioid overdose prevention site

by Michael Tanenbaum

Safehouse will no longer open its opioid overdose prevention site at Constitution Health Plaza in South Philly. Community members opposed the facility after it was announced on short notice without involving them in the process of choosing the site, and the building's owner has backed out of the lease.

February 27, 2020

Investigations

Chester County inmate allegedly hired hitman to kill church pastor, judge

by Michael Tanenbaum

Jacob Malone, 37, allegedly attempted to hire a hitman to kill a pastor and a Pennsylvania judge while serving time in prison for sexually assaulting a teenager, according to prosecutors in Chester County.

February 26, 2020

Opioids

Safehouse's plan to open overdose prevention site in South Philly sparks contentious reaction

by Michael Tanenbaum

Nonprofit organization Safehouse aims to open an overdose prevention site inside South Philadelphia's Constitution Health Plaza, located at Broad and McKean streets. Community resistance to the project mounted after the location was announced with limited neighborhood input.