Michael Tanenbaum

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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

September 23, 2019

Eagles

Penn dean of admissions identified as irate Eagles fan on FOX broadcast

The Eagles' 27-24 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday was a clinic in how a team can trip over itself dozens of times, still have multiple unexpected chances to win, and lose anyway in front of a home crowd. 

September 23, 2019

Sixers

Sixers' Mike Scott swarmed in Nerf war with Northeast Philly kids

Two weeks after Philadelphia 76ers forward Mike Scott made headlines for an unfortunate altercation at Lincoln Financial Field, the fan favorite was back out in the city for a different kind of fight. A Nerf fight with kids in Northeast Philadelphia.

September 20, 2019

Alternative Medicine

$3 million in NIH grants will investigate whether CBD really relieves pain

The National Institutes of Health will provide $3 million in grants to study the medicinal effects of CBD for pain relief. Researchers at Temple University will be among the funding recipients

September 20, 2019

Eagles

'Jeopardy!' contestant wagers $4,133 in nod to Eagles Super Bowl score

Philadelphia Eagles fans waited decades for their first Super Bowl title. Now the world must keep hearing about it for all eternity. 

September 20, 2019

Investigations

Maple Shade police investigate suspicious death of veteran's dog

A severe head injury that led to the euthanization of a family dog has authorities in Maple Shade searching for the person behind the Tuesday evening attack.

September 20, 2019

Investigations

Philly man, four others used stolen identity to rack up big bill at Borgata in Atlantic City, cops say

Atlantic City police say a Philadelphia man stole another man's identity to open a credit card and purchase gift cards to the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. The gift cards, valued at $11,900, were allegedly distributed to four other men and used at businesses throughout the casino property.

September 19, 2019

Addiction

FDA opens parallel criminal investigation into vaping-related lung illnesses

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration's law enforcement arm has reportedly opened up a criminal investigation into the sources of dangerous e-cigarette products. 

September 19, 2019

Health News

Philly health department warns of possible Hepatitis A exposure at donut shop

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has issued a warning about a possible Hepatitis A exposure at a donut shop in Kensington. 

September 19, 2019

Television

Stephen A. Smith brings 'First Take' to Wilmington with bullish outlook on Sixers

ESPN's "First Take" will be live at the 76ers Fieldhouse in Wilmington. from 10 a.m. to noon on Sept. 20, 2019. Host Stephen A. Smith is this year's ambassador for HBCU Week, which offers opportunities for students to enroll in college and receive scholarships.

September 19, 2019

Investigations

$35,000 reward offered in disappearance of 5-year-old South Jersey girl

A $35,000 reward is available for information that helps police find five-year-old Dulce Maria Alavez, who went missing at Bridgeton City Park in Cumberland County on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. Authorities suspect the girl was abducted by a man in a red minivan.

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