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.
November 16, 2018
Crime
Pennsylvania man allegedly stomped dog to death, punched police officer
Richard Jukes Jr., of Altoona, Pennsylvania, allegedly stomped a chihuahua puppy to death and assaulted an officer who attempted to interview him about the incident, according to police.November 15, 2018
Investigations
Comcast fires employee with alleged ties to Proud Boys, We the People Rally
Days before an alt-right rally in Philadelphia, Comcast has fired an employee who was linked to the "Western chauvinist" Proud Boys group and had been scheduled to assist with security for the potentially contentious event.November 15, 2018
Investigations
Fake stabbing causes stir at University City restaurant Terakawa Ramen
An incident staged to appear as though someone was stabbed inside a University City restaurant on Tuesday night left fearful diners stunned and scrambling as the pranksters filmed a clip for their Instagram and YouTube accounts.November 15, 2018
Investigations
Delco man arrested for allegedly creating homemade explosives
A Collingdale man is facing felony charges after authorities allegedly found homemade incendiary devices while serving a bench warrant for a separate narcotics offense, prosecutors said Thursday.November 15, 2018
Parks
Eight Philly park and trail projects among $50 million in state grants
Eight Philadelphia projects are among 280 included in a statewide investment of $50 million to improve recreation and community revitalization efforts across Pennsylvania.November 14, 2018
Infrastructure
Philadelphia announces second round of Rebuild sites
Philadelphia officials have revealed the second round of park and playground sites that will be renovated in 2019 through the city's multimillion dollar Rebuild program.November 14, 2018
Flyers
Flyers designers reveal Gritty almost had wings and no pants
The masterminds behind Flyers mascot Gritty share details of creative process to create Philadelphia's latest obsession, including how he almost debuted pantless.November 14, 2018
Music
The Roots' Black Thought releasing solo project after Thanksgiving
The Roots' Black Thought announced that "Streams of Thought, Vol. 2: Traxploitation," his second solo release, will be out on Monday, Nov. 26, 2018.November 14, 2018
Craft Beer
Brewers of Pennsylvania launch Digital Ale Trail App
The Brewers of Pennsylvania, the state's official brewers guild, has launched an app that provides maps and detailed information about more than 200 breweries across the commonwealth.November 13, 2018
Investigations
New Jersey teen missing since Halloween found safe in Philadelphia
A 15-year-old New Jersey boy who left his family the night before Halloween has been found safe in Philadelphia, according to authorities.Just In
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- Philly man sets new record for fastest run across Pa., completing the 361-mile trek in less than 6 days
- Barbara Mason helped make the Philly sound as a teen in the '60s. A new generation has found her on TikTok
- NHL Draft: Each of the Flyers' picks, as they happened
- PennDOT work to close some highway lanes in Bucks, Chester and Montgomery counties into the fall
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