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.
October 25, 2018
Reality Television
'Jersey Shore' star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro shares photo of black eye allegedly caused by girlfriend
The domestic saga of "Jersey Shore" star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro continued this week after the reality TV actor claimed his girlfriend, Jen Harley, gave him a black eye.October 25, 2018
Universities
Penn's Wharton School plans entrepreneurship building, scholarships with $25 million gift
The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania will construct a new building for entrepreneurs and create a scholarship fund for international students to attend the Ivy League school as undergraduates with the help of a $25 million gift,October 24, 2018
Restaurants
South Philly's Brigantessa fires chef for 'abhorrent views' shared on social media
The chef de cuisine at South Philadelphia's Brigantessa was fired late Tuesday night after fellow restaurant workers exposed her apparent support for the Nazi atrocities of the Holocaust.October 24, 2018
Criminal Justice
Rae Carruth, former NFL player convicted in girlfriend's murder, will move to Pennsylvania
Rae Carruth, the former NFL wide receiver who conspired in the 1999 murder of his girlfriend, was released from prison on Monday and plans to start his new life in Pennsylvania.October 24, 2018
Lottery
Jefferson-Stratford Hospital office pool wins $1 million in Mega Millions lottery
An office pool at Jefferson Stratford Hospital is celebrating Wednesday after one of their $2 tickets matched the five numbers of Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing.October 24, 2018
Television
'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' tackles Eagles' Super Bowl tonight
The Gang from "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' takes a trip to Minneapolis for the Eagles' historic 41-33 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII.October 23, 2018
Universities
Temple resumes talks with Eagles on lease extension at Lincoln Financial Field
Temple University will return to the table with the Philadelphia Eagles to discuss an extension of the college football program's lease to play at Lincoln Financial Field. The discussions come as Temple weighs its contested plans for a $130 million stadium facility at its North Philadelphia campus.October 23, 2018
Investigation
Pilot killed in small plane crash in Cape May County
The pilot of a single-engine plane was killed Tuesday afternoon in a crash at Woodbine Airport in Cape May County, according to New Jersey State Police.October 23, 2018
Food & Drink
'Top Chef' alum's Center City restaurant adds weekend brunch menu
Spice Finch, the popular Rittenhouse restaurant from "Top Chef" alumna Jen Carroll, is now serving brunch. Philadelphia native Jen Carroll debuted a new menu that will be available on weekends in Center City.October 23, 2018
Public Transit
SEPTA Regional Rail lines delayed after power outage
Service on several of SEPTA's Regional Rail lines was interrupted Tuesday morning after a power outage impacted the northern end of the railroad. SEPTA officials said the issue affected the Norristown, Chestnut Hill East, Fox Chase, Landsdale/Doylestown, Warminster, West Trenton and Airport regional rail linesJust In
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- A Pierre Robert mural is coming to Center City, but its exact site is undetermined
- Condom maker to increase prices by 30% due to Iran war supply issues
- Why traffic for Flyers and Sixers playoff games will be even worse than usual
- Report: Phillies C J.T. Realmuto placed on IL with lower back injury
- Red Cross is offering gift cards to encourage spring blood donations
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