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.
July 9, 2019
LGBT
Amber Hikes steps down as executive director of Philly Office of LGBT Affairs
Executive director of the Philadelphia Office of LGBT Affairs, Amber Hikes, is resigning from the position on July 31, city officials said Tuesday.July 8, 2019
Politics
Former Wharton admissions officer on Donald Trump: 'Certainly not a super genius'
A former admissions officer at the Wharton School says he interviewed Donald Trump in 1966 at the request of Trump's older brother. Trump got into Penn, but not because of his extraordinary genius, the admissions officer said.July 8, 2019
Investigations
Body found at construction site in Port Richmond, police say
A dead body was found buried under construction debris at a work site in Port Richmond on Monday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.July 8, 2019
Investigations
Customs officials seize vessel used in record-breaking Philly cocaine bust
U.S. Customs officials at the Port of Philadelphia have taken the uncommon measure of seizing the cargo ship that was found last month carrying nearly 20 tons of cocaine, authorities said Monday.July 8, 2019
Music
Eagles' Timmy Jernigan releases rap video with a David Akers bar
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan revealed last month that he's launching a rap career with an outfit called the Good Boyz Music Group.July 8, 2019
Accidents
Man fatally struck by SEPTA train on Broad Street Line
A man was killed Monday afternoon after he was struck by a SEPTA train on the Broad Street Line, officials said. The accident occurred around Erie Station on the northbound side of the tracks.July 7, 2019
Health News
Men gain more weight during freshman year than women, study finds
Rising high school graduates are warned each year to beware of the notorious "freshman 15," but new research suggests men have a bigger problem packing on pounds in college than women.July 7, 2019
Criminal Justice
Allen Iverson assisted in Meek Mill's legal battle, says Sixers limited partner Michael Rubin
Philadelphia 76ers legend Allen Iverson lent a hand in helping hip-hop star Meek Mill overcome the legal trouble that landed him back in jail two years ago, according to a story shared by Sixers limited partner Michael Rubin.July 7, 2019
Investigations
Jet ski reportedly found in disappearance of New Jersey couple in Barbados
The jet ski rented by a New Jersey couple who went missing off the coast of Barbados late last month was reportedly found Saturday by a French Navy vessel, officials said.July 7, 2019
Celebrities
Kendall Jenner linked to Lakers' Kyle Kuzma, has holiday run-in with ex Ben Simmons
Model Kendall Jenner and Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons broke up earlier this year. They crossed paths in Los Angeles on the Fourth of July, but is Jenner now dating Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma?Just In
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- Bryce Harper addresses scrutiny over video sent to FanDuel customer with gambling addiction
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