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 24, 2019
Diseases
Swine disease detected, under investigation in Pennsylvania
An infectious swine disease detected in Pennsylvania is under investigation by the USDA. Strep zoo can be transmitted to humans by horses who become infected.December 24, 2019
Investigations
Woman allegedly stole 54 identities in Philly to commit insurance fraud
Brittany Locke-Perez, 25, allegedly stole the identities of 54 people in the Philadelphia area in to commit insurance fraud with critical illness policies issues by her former Georgia-based employer, Kingdom Insurance Group.December 24, 2019
Media
NBC suspends former Flyer Jeremy Roenick for Barstool comments about co-workers
Former Philadelphia Flyers star and NBC Sports hockey analyst Jeremy Roenick was suspended indefinitely without pay for sexual remarks he made about colleagues Kathryn Tappen and Patrick Sharp.December 23, 2019
Television
Bill Cosby spokesman calls Eddie Murphy 'Hollywood slave' for 'SNL' jokes
Eddie Murphy's sensational return to "Saturday Night Live" over the weekend drew rave reviews from viewers, but some of his material didn't sit well with a spokesperson for ex-comedian Bill Cosby, currently serving 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a Temple University employee at his Elkins Park home in 2004.December 23, 2019
Eagles
Cowboys got stuck in Philly after charter plane deemed 'not viable'
Philadelphia Eagles fans rejoiced on Sunday night after a 17-9 victory over the Dallas Cowboys put the team in control of the NFC East, a possibility that seemed remote only a month ago.December 23, 2019
NBA
Isaiah Thomas calls suspension 'bull****' for incident at Sixers game
Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas was suspended for a game after a heated interaction with a Philadelphia 76ers fan at the Wells Fargo Center.December 23, 2019
Investigations
Arson suspects filmed setting East Mount Airy home on fire with family inside
Two suspects who lit a home on fire in East Mount Airy on Saturday are being sought by arson investigators after video of the incident was recovered by Philadelphia police.December 23, 2019
Women's Health
Maternal obesity during pregnancy may harm son's motor skills, IQ
The effects of obesity during pregnancy could have lasting effects on boys in to early and middle childhood, such as reduced motor skills and a lower IQ, according to research out of the University of Texas at Austin.December 18, 2019
SEPTA
Person fatally struck by SEPTA Market-Frankford Line subway in Center City
A person was killed Wednesday morning after falling onto the tracks of SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line, officials said.December 18, 2019
Holidays
Viral holiday moment at Florida Wawa lands woman $20,000 on 'Ellen'
Ellen DeGeneres invited Mary Katherine Backstom onto her show after her vlog about accidentally hugging a stranger at Wawa went viral. The Florida woman received a $20,000 check for showing her holiday spirit, even if it was a bit misplaced.Just In
- City Council to consider expanding SEPTA’s student fare program
- Former Bucks County home of judge in Abscam case is listed for $5.85 million
- American spending on prescription drugs to surpass $1 trillion this year
- Temple medical school to open branch campus in Atlantic City
- Standouts from the Phillies' first winning series – a sweep! – since Easter weekend
- Eagles way-too-early 53-man roster projection
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