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.
April 23, 2019
Music
Bruce Springsteen teases possible upcoming album on social media
Five years have passed since Bruce Springsteen last released a new album, but speculation is building that he's getting ready for his next release this year.April 23, 2019
Eagles
Donovan McNabb stands by comments on Eagles' Carson Wentz
Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb is not backing down from his comments about the high bar set for Carson Wentz in the coming years.April 23, 2019
Pests
Pennsylvania may designate tree of heaven 'noxious' to fight spotted lanternfly
To contain the spotted lanternfly, Pennsylvania may designate the widespread tree of heaven as a type of noxious weed.April 22, 2019
Odd News
Philly parents-to-be roasted for oblivious Meal Train campaign
A Philadelphia couple is facing intense scrutiny and ridicule after requesting help from neighbors to navigate their exhausting experience as first-time parents.April 22, 2019
Phillies
Jimmy Rollins will debut in broadcast booth for Phillies-Mets game
Philadelphia Phillies great Jimmy Rollins will make his debut in the broadcast booth Monday night as the team heads to New York for a three game series with the Mets.April 22, 2019
Controversies
Wildwood mayor says Kate Smith's 'God Bless America' will still be played on boardwalk this summer
In the wake of the controversy over the legacy of singer Kate Smith, Wildwood Mayor Ernie Troiano Jr. said Monday he will not stop playing her rendition of "God Bless America" on the Boardwalk.April 22, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' Lane Johnson fires back at Donovan McNabb for Wentz comments
Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb created a mini-controversy over the holiday weekend by pinning very specific expectations on Carson Wentz.April 19, 2019
Fraud
Hundreds of counterfeit Bryce Harper jerseys seized at Philly port
More than 300 counterfeit jerseys of the Phillies star have been seized at the Port of Philadelphia in the weeks since the start of the Major League Baseball season, Customs & Border Protection officials said Friday.April 19, 2019
Flyers
Flyers cover Kate Smith statue, pull rendition of 'God Bless America'
The Philadelphia Flyers have followed the lead of the New York Yankees and cut ties with late singer Kate Smith, both citing a history of potential racism in her music.April 19, 2019
Police
Aston Township shuts down spring carnival after large fight
Investigators said the incident stemmed from a disagreement between two rival groups from out of town.Just In
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- Why traffic for Flyers and Sixers playoff games will be even worse than usual
- A 'barbaric' problem in American hospitals is only getting bigger
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