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

May 13, 2019

Sixers

Wild Sixers rumor mill starts with LeBron James for Ben Simmons trade

Welcome to the offseason, Sixers fans! Get used to daily torrents of league-altering speculation about the future of Philadelphia'a roster! Thank you, Kawhi! Thank you! 

May 13, 2019

Sixers

Drake reverse-cursed Philly by wearing Sixers shorts for Game 7

Drake supported his Toronto Raptors in Game 7 of the NBA's Eastern Conference semifinals by wearing shorts for the opposing Philadelphia 76ers.

May 13, 2019

Food & Drink

Federal Donuts debuts Za'atar fries at all locations

Federal Donuts launches Za'atar fries at all locations in Philadelphia, adding to the formula of fried chicken, coffee and donuts.

May 10, 2019

Investigations

SEPTA train conductor shot at station in West Mount Airy

A SEPTA train conductor was shot Friday afternoon on a Regional Rail train along the Chestnut Hill West line, Philadelphia police said.

May 10, 2019

Investigations

Inmate charged with homicide in fatal beating of cellmate at Montgomery County prison

A Philadelphia man who allegedly beat an inmate to death at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in March will face homicide charges, prosecutors said Friday. 

May 10, 2019

Courts

Man found guilty in murder of former model in Ardmore

Jonathan Wesley Harris was found guilty of first degree murder for killing 36-year-old Christina Carlin-Kraft at her condo in the the 100 block of Sibley Avenue, Ardmore, Montgomery County. Harris faces mandatory life in prison when he is formally sentenced.

May 10, 2019

Musicians

After taunting Sixers' Joel Embiid, Drake now has an actual plane

Regardless of whether you enjoy Drake's music, there is no question he's the most annoying celebrity figure in the NBA playoffs — especially since Kevin Hart has been conspicuously absent from court side.

May 9, 2019

Business

California Pizza Kitchen opens at Philadelphia International Airport

California Pizza Kitchen opened at Philadelphia International Airport on Thursday morning, giving travelers another dining option.

May 9, 2019

Real Estate

Philly First Home program will provide $3 million in assistance to new homebuyers in 2019

Philly First Home will help Philadelphia residents become first-time homeowners by offering up to $10,000 towards the downpayment on a property. The new program will distribute up to $3 million in financial assistance during the second half of 2019, city officials announced on Thursday.

May 9, 2019

NBA

Sixers fans tweet anxiety, support ahead of crucial Game 6 against Raptors

The Philadelphia 76ers will look to put Tuesday night's 36-point beatdown in Toronto behind them tonight as they face playoff elimination at home against the Raptors in Game 6.

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