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 11, 2019
Odd News
Song written for Pennsylvania man who claims tornadoes are caused by traffic circles
Nashville group The Band Steele wrote a song for the White Haven, Pennsylvania man who theorized that tornadoes are being caused by traffic circles.June 11, 2019
Sixers
Sixers' Joel Embiid calls Raptors fans 'disgusting' for cheering Kevin Durant injury
Sixers star Joel Embiid was watching the NBA Finals when Kevin Durant fell to the floor with what appears to be an Achilles tendon injury, and he is furious about how the Toronto Raptors fans cheered the Golden State Warrior star's obvious injury.June 10, 2019
Development
Drexel Square officially opens at Schuylkill Yards in West Philly
Drexel Square, the first phase of the $3.5 billion Schuylkill Yards development in University City Philadelphia, is finally open to the public.June 10, 2019
Lawsuits
Kevin Hart sued by woman injured by star's security team after screening of 'The Upside'
Philadelphia's Kevin Hart is facing a lawsuit from a woman who claims she was barreled over by a member of the superstar actor's security team back in January.June 10, 2019
Wildlife
Black bear seen roaming residential area of Warrington, Bucks County
A black bear was seen walking around residential parts of Warrington, Bucks County. The Pennsylvania Game Commission continues to search for the bear.June 10, 2019
Illness
New Jersey man dies of rare tick-borne Powassan virus
A Sussex County, New Jersey, man died of complications stemming from Powassan virus, a rare infection that comes from tick bites.June 7, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' Lane Johnson fires back at DeMarcus Lawrence with Kawhi Leonard meme
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson responded to trash talk from Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, who joked about the Eagles' long-term extension of quarterback Carson Wentz.June 7, 2019
Prevention
Officials warn of possible Hepatitis A exposure at South Jersey Dunkin' Donuts
Public health officials in Gloucester County are urging customers of Turnersville Dunkin' Donuts store to get vaccinated for Hepatitis A after a possible exposure during the second half of May.June 7, 2019
Historical Buildings
Nine historic Philly structures receive state grants for preservation
Nine Philadelphia projects have been awarded state preservation grants to protect their historic and archeological character.June 7, 2019
Nature
Historic Salem Oak Tree falls after 600 years in South Jersey
The Salem Oak, a majestic, centuries-old tree that was a historic symbol in Salem County, New Jersey, came crashing down on Thursday, drawing admirers to the scene to take pictures.Just In
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- MLB rumors: Phillies seriously considering manager swap, from Rob Thomson to Alex Cora
- 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
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