Michael Tanenbaum

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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

April 30, 2018

NBA

Charles Barkley throws cold water on Sixers signing LeBron James

Former Sixer Charles Barkley on 97.5 The Fanatic on Monday said he doesn't think LeBron James would be a good fit to add to the Sixers roster as a free agent next season. "LeBron won't fit with the Sixers because, ... that takes the ball out of Ben (Simmons) hands."

April 30, 2018

Investigation

South Jersey elder law expert accused of stealing $1.9 million from elderly clients

An Ocean County attorney who hosted a radio show on elder law faces multiple felony charges for the alleged theft of $1.9 million from six of his elderly clients, prosecutors announced Monday. 

April 27, 2018

Investigation

Police: Man's body found in Rittenhouse Square

Philadelphia police said a man was found dead before dawn Friday morning at Rittenhouse Park.

April 27, 2018

Television

Jimmy Fallon, Kevin Bacon sing multinational cover of 'American Woman'

On "First Drafts of Rock," "Tonight Show" host Jimmy Fallon and actor Kevin Bacon cover "American Woman" by The Guess Who.

April 27, 2018

Media

Free Library of Philadelphia offers free access to New York Times with library card

A new perk is on the way for members of the Free Library of Philadelphia – the New York Times, for free. Library card holders now have free access to NYTimes.com, NYT mobile apps and international editions of the newspaper. That covers current and historical editions, Spanish and Chinese language editions and special features.

April 27, 2018

Wildlife

Pennsylvania Game Commission euthanizes coyote caught in Philadelphia

Pennsylvania wildlife officials decide to euthanize coyote found in South Philadelphia.

April 26, 2018

Media

Michael Barkann gets new role at NBC Sports Philadelphia

The longtime face of "Philly Sports Talk," formerly "Daily News Live," will soon begin anchoring all of the pre- and post-game shows on the new-look NBC Sports Philadelphia.

April 26, 2018

Collectibles

Oregon man stumbles on $150,000 Ben Simmons Sixers rookie card

Made of 14-karat gold, Ben Simmons 2016-2017 Sixers rookie card could be worth $150,000 or more.

April 26, 2018

Development

Apartments could replace animal shelter, vet, Doggie Style in Northern Liberties

Developers have submitted a plan to tear down the Saved Me animal rescue, Doggie Style pet store and Pet Mechanic veterinary office located along N. 3rd Street in Northern Liberties.

April 26, 2018

City Council

City councilwoman calls on Comcast Spectacor to rename Wells Fargo Center

In the wake of last week's $1 billion fine levied against Wells Fargo by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a Philadelphia city councilwoman is calling on Comcast Spectacor to rename the Wells Fargo Center in response to the bank's unethical practices.

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