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

August 26, 2019

Sixers

Lakers players asked Dwight Howard if he can be trusted to guard Sixers' Joel Embiid

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was on the minds of the Los Angeles Lakers when they signed Dwight Howard to replace the injured DeMarcus Cousins.

August 26, 2019

Eagles

Eagles' DeSean Jackson posts photo with Allen Iverson in emotional Fan Fest return

Few sights in Philadelphia sports have been more welcome than Allen Iverson and DeSean Jackson embracing each other at the Wells Fargo Center during the Sixers' playoff run in May.

August 26, 2019

Television

Mary J. Blige to produce 'Philly Reign' TV series about drug queenpin Thelma Wright

R&B artist Mary J. Blige will try her hand at TV with a new series for USA Network based on the life of Thelma Wright, the Philadelphia woman who became an international drug dealer during the late 1980's. 

August 26, 2019

Investigations

Metro PCS employee fatally shoots suspect in attempted Southwest Philly robbery

Philadelphia police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday afternoon at a Metro PCS store in Southwest Philadelphia.

August 21, 2019

Wildlife

Pennsylvania Game Commission, Penn Vet team up to target wildlife disease

A new partnership between the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine will boost state resources to combat wildlife diseases. 

August 21, 2019

Investigations

Delco police officer allegedly gave stolen Taser to convicted criminal 'Nik the Hat'

A Chester, Delaware County, police officer is facing criminal charges after he allegedly gave a stolen Taser to a journalist and photographer who was charged with multiple crimes in Delaware County last month.

August 21, 2019

Travel

Philly region drew record 45 million visitors, $7.6 billion in 2018

For the ninth consecutive year, the Philadelphia region brought in a record number of visitors, drawing 45 million people to the five-county area in 2018, according to an annual report from Philadelphia International Airport.

August 20, 2019

Eagles

USWNT star Carli Lloyd hits 55-yard field goal at Eagles training camp

Carli Lloyd stopped by Philadelphia Eagles training camp to kick field goals. The Delran, New Jersey, native just won another World Cup with the U.S. Women's National Team and said she's excited for the upcoming NFL season.

August 20, 2019

Investigations

South Jersey kayaker missing; U.S. Coast Guard searching Delaware Bay

U.S. Coast Guard officials in New Jersey are searching for a man who went missing Monday afternoon while kayaking in the Delaware Bay.

August 20, 2019

Food & Drink

Reading Terminal Market shop has best-ranked breakfast item in Pennsylvania

The best breakfast dish in Pennsylvania is served at Dutch Eating Place, according to a new ranking from The Daily Meal. The Reading Terminal Market shop's apple dumpling is so delicious it could "change your life," the editors said.

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