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

November 7, 2024

Business

Amazon Fresh opens in Willow Grove after long delay and lawsuits

by Michael Tanenbaum

Amazon Fresh is opened in Willow Grove on Thursday, becoming the tech giant's first store in Montgomery County. The location had been the subject of litigation because it was one of several stores in the region where Amazon had signed a lease but then delayed opening the planned supermarket. Amazon Fresh has other stores in the area in Bensalem, Broomall, Warrington and Langhorne.

November 7, 2024

Food & Drink

Levantine restaurant focused on wood-fired cooking to open in Olde Kensington

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Levantine restaurant with a mix of Mediterranean flavors and wood-fired cooking will open in January in Olde Kensington, replacing the former Primary Plant Based vegan restaurant that closed in September.

November 6, 2024

2024 Election

Donald Trump flipped Pennsylvania red partly by shrinking Democratic margins in Philly, suburbs

by Michael Tanenbaum

Donald Trump's victory in Pennsylvania in Tuesday's presidential election was aided by improved performances in Philadelphia and its four collar counties. Trump flipped Bucks County red and made gains in Philadelphia, the state's most populous Democratic stronghold. Trump also saw big gains among Latino, Black and independent voters in his win over Kamala Harris.

November 6, 2024

2024 Election

Kamala Harris concedes to Donald Trump, but vows to continue 'fight for freedom'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Vice President Kamala Harris gave a concession speech Wednesday afternoon after losing the presidential race to Donald Trump in a landslide election for Republicans. Harris said she congratulated Trump and pledged to engage in a peaceful transition of power but would not give up fighting for the issues that shaped her campaign. She urged Democrats to remain determined and politically engaged.

November 6, 2024

Investigations

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small charged with telling daughter to lie about alleged abuse

by Michael Tanenbaum

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. is accused of asking his teenage daughter to lie to investigators about the alleged abuse she suffered at the hands of both of her parents at the family's home last winter. Atlantic County prosecutors said Small, 50, told his daughter to make false statements to authorities days before he and his wife, LaQuetta, were indicted. The couple have pleaded not guilty to the charges. Small now faces an additional charge of witness tampering.

November 5, 2024

2024 Election

Donald Trump wins presidency, flipping Pa. on way back to White House

by Michael Tanenbaum

Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania, picking up 19 electoral votes on his way back to the White House. The state has now backed the eventual president in 11 of the last 13 elections.

November 4, 2024

Courts

Judge dismisses Philly DA Larry Krasner's lawsuit challenging Elon Musk's $1 million giveaways

by Michael Tanenbaum

A judge ruled Monday that billionaire Elon Musk and America PAC can continue their $1 million giveaways, which had been challenged in state court by Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner. Musk's attorneys argued in court that the prize winners from America PAC's sweepstakes were not chosen randomly, but instead were picked to be spokespeople receiving salaries to promote campaign efforts on behalf of Donald Trump. Krasner had alleged the giveaways violate Pennsylvania's lottery regulations.

November 4, 2024

Investigations

NOAA investigates butchered remains of dolphin found on New Jersey beach

by Michael Tanenbaum

The butchered remains of a common dolphin were found on a beach in Allenhurst, New Jersey, on Oct. 30, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine. The carcass appeared to have been cut up with a sharp instrument. It is illegal to harass, hunt, capture, collect or kill dolphins. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is investigating the incident.

November 4, 2024

2024 Election

Haddon Heights referendum on alcohol sales could push dry town to allow liquor licenses

by Michael Tanenbaum

A referendum in Haddon Heights, Camden County, will let voters voice whether they think the dry town in New Jersey should allow liquor sales for the first time since it was founded in 1904. A vote of approval still would require the borough to pass an ordinance allowing liquor licenses to be issued. Haddon Heights is one of about 30 remaining dry towns in New Jersey.

November 1, 2024

Education

New Temple President John Fry lays out goals, including expanding in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

Jon Fry was officially introduced as Temple University's 15th president on Friday, sharing a message with the community about his overarching goals for the North Philadelphia campus and beyond. Fry said he hopes to expand Temple's academic corridor south on Broad Street into Center City in the future. The former Drexel University president also said that improving campus safety will be his top priority.