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 27, 2019

Investigations

American Legion commander in Pennsylvania allegedly shot, killed friend while drunk

The commander of an American Legion post in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania is facing a homicide charge after he allegedly killed his friend with a shotgun blast after a night of drinking, according to authorities.

August 27, 2019

Travel

Frontier Airlines to enter Newark Liberty International with $15 introductory fares

Budget carrier Frontier Airlines will debut at Newark Liberty International Airport with 15 new non-stop flights, filling the void left by the looming departure of Southwest Airlines. Introductory fares for 15 new nonstop flights start as low as $15.

August 27, 2019

Health News

Pitt researchers develop breathalyzer prototype for marijuana

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed a prototype for a breathalyzer device that can accurately measure THC, the psychoactive compound found in marijuana.

August 27, 2019

Business

Home Sweet Homebrew set to close Center City location

One of Philadelphia's go-to locations for homebrew beer and wine supplies will close its doors by Labor Day Weekend.

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

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 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

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 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.

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