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.
January 30, 2020
Investigations
Delaware neo-Nazi cell allegedly planned violent attack at Richmond gun-rights rally
Three men linked to The Base, a violent white nationalist group, were charged after FBI agents found evidence of a plot to create chaos at a pro-gun rally in Richmond, Virginia on Jan. 20.January 29, 2020
Travel
Frontier Airlines adds new flights from Philly to L.A., Boston, Chicago
Budget carrier Frontier Airlines will soon debut flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Los Angeles, Boston and Chicago, officials announced Wednesday.January 29, 2020
Investigations
Suspect wanted for alleged sexual assault in LOVE Park
A woman was sexually assaulted at LOVE Park in Center City, Philadelphia on Jan. 25, 2020. Authorities are searching for a suspect who escaped the scene after falling onto SEPTA's underground concourse at 15th Street Station.January 29, 2020
Business
UPS expansion to bring 1,700 new jobs to Pennsylvania, including Philly
UPS reached an agreement with Pennsylvania to expand operations in Philadelphia, Cumberland, Dauphin and Northumberland counties. The company will invest at least $1.4 billion in the state and add 1,700 new jobs.January 29, 2020
Addiction
Bucks County D.A. sues e-cigarette maker JUUL over teen vaping epidemic
Bucks County sued e-cigarette maker JUUL for its role in the epidemic of vaping among teenagers. The county is seeking restitution, civil penalties and injunctive relief and plans to use anything won in court on educational programs and medical services.January 28, 2020
Sixers
Sixers pay moving tribute to Kobe Bryant at Wells Fargo Center
The Philadelphia 76ers paid tribute to the life and illustrious NBA career of Kobe Bryant at the Wells Fargo Center on Jan. 28, 2020. Bryant, 41, died Sunday in a tragic helicopter accident in southern California.January 28, 2020
Eagles
Michael Strahan taunts The Roots, Eagles fans over Giants jersey retirement
Former New York Giants defensive end appeared on "The Tonight Show" with Jimmy Fallon where he discussed the tragic death of Kobe Bryant and the upcoming retirement of his jersey number. Strahan poked fun at The Roots, Fallon's house band, for being Philadelphia Eagles fans.January 28, 2020
Investigations
Roofing contractor charged in death of man found burning in South Philly SUV
Luis Cruz, 40, allegedly killed a man who refused to pay him for roofing work, according to prosecutors. The victim's body was found inside of a Jeep Wrangler set on fire in South Philadelphia on Jan. 21, 2019.January 28, 2020
Lawsuits
Bucks County wedding venue sued for allegedly scamming newlyweds
The owners of the The Barn at Forestville, a wedding venue in Bucks County, have been sued for allegedly failing to comply with township regulations and scamming couples who scheduled events at the space in Furlong.January 27, 2020
Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant's Lower Merion High School coach reflects on 'pure greatness'
Lower Merion High School basketball coach Gregg Downer paid tribute to the life of Kobe Bryant, who died at the age of 41 on Sunday in a southern California helicopter crash.Just In
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