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 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
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
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
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.June 17, 2019
NFL
Former Eagles QB Nick Foles was a 'Jeopardy!' answer on Monday night
Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles appeared the an answer to a question on "Jeopardy!"June 14, 2019
Investigations
King of Prussia woman arrested in Main Line jewelry theft
Anda Frank, 45, of King of Prussia, was arrested in connection with the May 11 jewelry theft at the Little House Shop in Wayne's East Village Shops.June 14, 2019
Investigations
Pa. correctional institution placed on limited lockdown after officer assaulted by inmate
The Pennsylvania State Correctional Institution at Houtzdale was placed on a limited lockdown Friday after an inmate at the prison allegedly assaulted a correctional officer, state officials said.June 14, 2019
NBA Finals
Jay Wright, Villanova congratulate Kyle Lowry on NBA title with Raptors
Former Villanova star Kyle Lowry won his first NBA championship with the Toronto Raptors, earning congratulations from his Philly-area alma mater.June 14, 2019
Investigations
Two teens killed in lightning strike at Pennsylvania park
Two teenagers were killed Thursday in western Pennsylvania after they were struck by lightning at a local park, the Westmoreland County coroner said Friday.Just In
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- Mann Center concertgoers have to pay for parking again starting next month
- Intimate partner homicide has clear warning signs – and is often preventable, research shows
- As data centers spread in Pa., lawmakers are proposing guardrails. Community activists want a moratorium
- Winners and losers as Phillies end 10-game losing streak, start new one in Atlanta
- MLB rumors: Phillies seriously considering manager swap, from Rob Thomson to Alex Cora
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