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.
October 31, 2019
Sixers
The funniest reactions to the Joel Embiid-KAT fight: a pinky, angry mom and Jimmy Butler
The NBA world is awaiting a verdict from commissioner Adam Silver on suspensions for the fight between Sixers big man Joel Embiid and Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns, not to mention possible punishment for Ben Simmons' role in the scrap.October 31, 2019
Transportation
Pennsylvania testing statewide work-zone speed-camera program
PennDOT will soon deploy automatic speed cameras in work zones across Pennsylvania, issuing violation notices and fines to drivers who exceed posted speed limits at designated zones.October 31, 2019
Children's Health
Gritty visits CHOP for 4-year-old birthday boy who idolizes him
A four-year-old boy at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia had his wish come true on Wednesday when Flyers mascot Gritty paid him a special visit for his birthday.October 30, 2019
Adult Health
Coffee consumption boosts health of gut microbiota, analysis finds
Drinking at least a cup of coffee daily may improve the health of the gut microbiome, reducing inflammation and limiting the risk of diet-feuled obesity, according to new research out of Baylor College of Medicine.October 30, 2019
Investigations
Man in custody after four family members found fatally shot at West Philly home
Philadelphia police are investigating the shooting deaths of four family members — including two children — who were found Wednesday afternoon at their home in the Cedar Park section of West Philadelphia.October 30, 2019
Athletics
Pennsylvania high school football player wakes up 4 days after head injury
Patrick Maloney, a football player at Kennard-Dale High School, has regained consciousness after suffering a serious head injury in a game against Eastern York High School on Friday, Oct. 25.October 30, 2019
Halloween
Conshohocken corgi's Wawa Shorti Halloween costume goes viral
The sport of developing and tailoring Halloween costumes is twice the fun when you're doing it for a pet. They may not totally get it, but they enjoy the part about being the center of attention.October 29, 2019
Investigations
Woman allegedly stole more than $600,000 from employer; some money paid for daughters' weddings, police say
A Montgomery County woman is facing multiple criminal charges after she allegedly used more than $600,000 in company funds to pay for her daughters' wedding vendors and other expenses, according to prosecutors.October 29, 2019
Adult Health
Batch of Xanax medication recalled due to 'foreign substance'
Mylan Pharmaceuticals has issued a voluntary recall of the commonly prescribed anxiety medication Xanax, citing the possibility of a "foreign substance" in a batch of the drug.October 29, 2019
Travel
Philly airport partners with Philadelphia Zoo for monthly animal series
Philadelphia International Airport and the Philadelphia Zoo have partnered on a monthly series that will bring animals to the airport to interact with travelers.Just In
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- Joel Embiid probable for Sixers-Celtics on Thursday; full injury reports ahead of Game 6
- FIFA held a 6-minute fashion show to unveil its World Cup volunteers' outfits. Here's how it went
- Pennsylvania traffic fatalities fell to an all-time low last year
- Decomposed body found in Pennypack Creek on Tuesday, police say
- Eagles lose a pair of key front office people in Alec Halaby and Bryce Johnston
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