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.
June 19, 2019
Government
Pennsylvania will audit state's gun background check system
Pennsylvania will audit the Pennsylvania Instant Check System, or PICS, which handles automatic background checks for individuals seeking to purchase guns, Auditor General Eugene DePasquale said Wednesday.June 18, 2019
Television
'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' is 'getting weird' in Season 14, Rob McElhenney says
There has never been any question that "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" is a "weird" show. But it probably means something extra when series co-creator Rob McElhenney specifically says the show's 14th season is "getting weird."June 18, 2019
Investigations
Missing Drexel University student found dead in Los Angeles
Drexel University student Andrew Yun, 19, was found dead in Los Angeles, California, after he went missing from Philadelphia on June 12. There were no signs of foul play in his death, authorities said.June 18, 2019
Free Food
NBA deal gets you free Taco Bell Dorito's Locos Tacos on Tuesday
Taco Bell is giving away free Dorito's Locos Tacos on June 18, 2019.June 18, 2019
Investigations
Massive cocaine bust nets historic haul from ship at Port of Philadelphia
Federal authorities reportedly have a seized a massive haul of cocaine at the Port of Philadelphia, marking the second bust at the port in 2019.June 18, 2019
Investigations
Bat and knife-wielding woman arrested in Mayfair rampage
A woman armed with a bat and knife was arrested Monday afternoon in the Mayfair section of Northeast Philadelphia after smashing the windshield of a truck and confronting police officers, authorities said.June 17, 2019
Investigations
Authorities searching for missing Drexel University freshman
Drexel University student Andrew Yun, 19, went missing on June 12. Philadelphia police are seeking help from the public to locate him.June 17, 2019
NBA
Allen Iverson salutes Warriors after devastating injuries to Durant, Thompson
Philadelphia 76ers legend Allen Iverson wished the Golden State Warriors well after their NBA Finals loss to the Toronto Raptors. The Warriors lost both Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson to serious injuries during the Finals as both are set to become free agents.June 17, 2019
Gun Violence
Spike in Philly shootings prompts Sen. Anthony Williams to call on Gov. Wolf for state of emergency
State Sen. Anthony Williams has publicly called on Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf to declare a state of emergency over a surge in gun violence.June 17, 2019
Television
South Jersey 'Stranger Things' star criticized for new Netflix prank series
Netflix announced recently that Gaten Matarazzo will executive produce and star in a new hidden-camera prank show called "Prank Encounters." The response to the show's premise was less than enthusiastic over the weekend. Critics feel that a 16-year-old millionaire probably shouldn't be toying with people who are out there looking for part-time work.Just In
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- Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. found not guilty of abusing his teen daughter
- Grammy-nominated producer opens new recording studio in Philly, 'the capital for indie rock'
- Gunman who killed 5 in 2023 Kingsessing shooting sentenced to 37 1/2 to 75 years in prison
- Primo Hoagies is covering adoption fees for large dogs at this N.J. animal shelter
- Report: Phillies add righty reliever Brad Keller on two-year deal
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