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 8, 2019

Investigations

Investigation resumes decades after man found dead in Pennsylvania cave

A man who was found in a Pennsylvania cave in 1977 may be a match with individuals reported missing in Florida and Illinois, officials said. His body was dug up this week to compare potentially matching dental records.

August 7, 2019

Celebrities

New Jersey fight promoter wants money back from Bam Margera for Bagel Boss ref gig

Bam Margera's latest public meltdown and return to rehab will put an end to his involvement in an Atlantic City fight night featuring Chris Morgan, the man who went viral for throwing a tantrum at a Bagel Boss on Long Island back in June.

August 7, 2019

Health News

Philly Alzheimer's study questions amyloid as accurate marker for cognitive decline

In the new study out of Philadelphia, researchers offer evidence that measuring the brain's glucose consumption for neural activity is a more effective means of assessing cognitive impairment than the presence of amyloid plaque.

August 7, 2019

Investigations

Northeast Philly man wanted in father's death captured near Harvard University

A Northeast Philadelphia man accused of killing his father in Bustleton last weekend has been captured in the vicinity of Harvard University in Massachusetts, U.S. Marshals said. Sohan Panjrolia, 31, was arrested by Cambridge Police and U.S. Marshals near Harvard Square.

August 7, 2019

Investigations

Haverford College grad pleads guilty to attempted hacking of President Trump's tax information

A recent graduate of Haverford College could be facing prison time after pleading guilty to an attempt to access the tax information of President Donald Trump, prosecutors said.

August 6, 2019

Celebrities

Plane carrying Pink's crew crash lands in Denmark

A small plane carrying the manager and tour crew for pop singer

August 6, 2019

Radio

Penn State football, basketball games get new radio home in Philly area

Penn State Nittany Lions football and basketball games will begin airing on 1210-AM WPHT in the Philadelphia area.

August 6, 2019

Mental Health

New Jersey launches nation's first state program to prevent police officer suicide

A new statewide program launched in New Jersey will be the first of its kind in the United States aimed at suicide prevention among police officers.

August 6, 2019

NFL

Nick Foles led prayer for El Paso, Dayton victims at Jaguars-Ravens joint practice

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles led a prayer for the victims of the El Paso and Dayton shootings during a joint practice with the Baltimore Ravens.

August 5, 2019

Investigations

'Dangerous' fugitive couple from Mount Holly arrested with meth and cocaine, police say

Nicholas Layton, 39, and Rebecca Wills, 33, were considered armed and dangerous after authorities raided Layton's home last month and found five assault rifles, said investigators, who said homemade explosives also were found at the residence.

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