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

December 10, 2019

Investigations

Kennett Township manager allegedly stole $3 million from taxpayers

by Michael Tanenbaum

Lisa Moore, 46, of Kennett Township, Chester County, allegedly stole more than $3 million in public funds while working as the township manager. Authorities say she spent the money on luxury travel and goods, as well as family and friends.

December 9, 2019

Investigations

Report: Family raises questions about father's role in shooting that killed Suhail Gillard

by Michael Tanenbaum

Family members of Suhail Gillard, the Philadelphia teen who was fatally shot by his twin brother, reportedly have said the young athlete's death occurred accidentally as a result of their father showing his sons how to load a gun.

December 9, 2019

Addiction

Berks County D.A. issues alert after mass overdose, three deaths last weekend

by Michael Tanenbaum

Berks County, Pennsylvania reported 12 drug overdoses and three deaths over the weekend of Dec. 7-8, 2019. Authorities believe the substance in question may be cocaine powder laced with an opioid, possibly fentanyl.

December 9, 2019

Media

NBC10 meteorologist Tammie Souza no longer with station

by Michael Tanenbaum

Meteorologist Tammie Souza will no longer appear on NBC10 in Philadelphia, according to multiple sources.

December 9, 2019

Alternative Medicine

FDA warns Pennsylvania CBD company to cease making claims about medical benefits

by Michael Tanenbaum

A company with stores in Pennsylvania is one 15 businesses to receive an FDA warning to stop making claims about the medical benefits of CBD products, which have been characterized as "misbranded drugs" in the government notice.

December 6, 2019

Politics

Philly D.A. Krasner calls Joe Biden 'dumbest guy' at Penn event

by Michael Tanenbaum

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

Health News

Jefferson to build Center City research center with $70 million gift

by Michael Tanenbaum

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

Investigations

Stepson of Pa. police chief won't get favoritism in deer abuse case, solicitor says

by Michael Tanenbaum

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

by Michael Tanenbaum

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

Crime

Twin brother charged in fatal shooting of Philly high school football star

by Michael Tanenbaum

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.