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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

March 1, 2019

Eagles

Brandon Graham's daughter sings Eagles fight song as dad re-signs in Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

The daughter of Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham sang a adorable rendition of the team's fight song after her dad re-signed in free agency.

March 1, 2019

Food & Drink

Bryce Harper signing with Phillies inspires new beer, custom soft pretzel

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper has inspired local businesses to celebrate his signing.

March 1, 2019

NFL

Meek Mill gushes over warm interaction with New England Patriots' Tom Brady

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philly-born hip hop star exchanged warm words with New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

February 28, 2019

Investigations

Former Rutgers doctor allegedly spied on women in office bathroom

by Michael Tanenbaum

A former high-ranking doctor at Rutgers University was charged this week on a range of criminal counts that includes secretly filming women in a bathroom and committing identity theft against his colleagues, prosecutors announced.

February 28, 2019

NFL

Twitter celebrates Jason Witten's 'unretirement' with Cowboys (and end to 'MNF' disaster)

by Michael Tanenbaum

The unbearable presence of Jason Witten on "Monday Night Football" is mercifully over after just one year. He has signed with the Dallas Cowboys, ending his brief retirement.

February 28, 2019

Art

Kevin Hart to buy Nigerian pencil artist's viral, hyper-real sketch of him

by Michael Tanenbaum

Nigerian artist Eli Waduba's pencil sketch of Kevin Hart goes viral and catches attention of North Philly native.

February 28, 2019

NHL

ESPN's Katie Nolan uncovers rampant jealousy of Gritty among NHL mascots

by Michael Tanenbaum

Gritty may be the most popular figure in the NHL, but other mascots around the league are getting insecure about him.

February 27, 2019

Internet

Will Smith launches 'Bucket List' web series on Facebook Watch

by Michael Tanenbaum

In a little more than a year, Will Smith has elevated himself as one of the best celebrities out there with an active digital presence.

February 27, 2019

Crime

Truck driver charged with vehicular homicide in Center City crash that killed cyclist Emily Fredericks

by Michael Tanenbaum

Jorge Fretts, the driver of the Gold Medal Environmental trash truck that struck and killed cyclist Emily Fredericks, 24, in Center City Philadelphia is charged with vehicular homicide, involuntary manslaughters and other offenses, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced Wednesday.

February 27, 2019

NBA