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

June 11, 2018

Lawsuits

Marlton man sues PornHub for unauthorized use of selfie in advertisement

by Michael Tanenbaum

A South Jersey man is seeking more than $3 million in damages and compensation against the operator of PornHub.com, claiming the adult site used a photo of him flashing hundred-dollar bills in a get-rich-quick advertisement.

June 11, 2018

Television

Chase Utley awed by Rob McElhenney's physique as 'It's Always Sunny' hits Pride Parade in Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Rob McElhenney's transformation from Fat Mac in "it's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" to Jacked Mac at the Pride Parade is certified by former Phillies hero Chase Utley.

June 8, 2018

Lottery

New Jersey accountant wins $315 million Powerball jackpot

by Michael Tanenbaum

A North Jersey man came forward on Friday to reveal himself as the sole winner of $315.3 million Powerball jackpot, marking the third largest win of its kind in state history.

June 8, 2018

Obituaries

Questlove posts tribute to Anthony Bourdain, plans memorial playlist

by Michael Tanenbaum

Questlove posts tribute to Anthony Bourdain, plans memorial playlist

June 8, 2018

Investigation

Philly behavioral health worker pleads guilty in $211,000 Medicaid fraud

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Philadelphia behavioral specialist and mobile therapist pleaded guilty this week to submitting more than $211,000 in fake claims for reimbursements for treatments she claimed she provided to autistic children at three regional health facilities.

June 8, 2018

Crime

Philly man accused of stealing $180,000 from elderly woman

by Michael Tanenbaum

Prosecutors in Delaware County have charged a Philadelphia man who allegedly stole more than $180,000 from an elderly woman and used the funds to cover personal expenses such as vacations and gifts for his girlfriends.

June 7, 2018

Politics

City Council budget package would cut Philly property tax increase

by Michael Tanenbaum

City Council seeks to nix a proposed 4.1 percent increase in the city's property tax rate, a measure that has been urged by Mayor Jim Kenney to close the $630 million budget deficit of the School District of Philadelphia.

June 7, 2018

Transportation

Variable speed limits coming to I-76 between Philly, King of Prussia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and PennDOT revealed plans Thursday to embark on a smart corridor technology initiative that will seek to improve travel between Philadelphia and King of Prussia.

June 7, 2018

Flights

Spirit Airlines expanding service from Philadelphia to Florida

by Michael Tanenbaum

Florida-based Spirit Airlines will soon be adding two additional routes to its service out of Philadelphia International Airport. Non-stop service will be available to Tampa International Airport and Fort Myers Southwest Florida International Airport in Dec. 2018.

June 7, 2018

NFL

Terrell Owens says he's skipping his own Hall of Fame induction

by Michael Tanenbaum

It took former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Terrell Owens three years of ballot consideration to make his way into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Now that he's being inducted, Owens said he will skip the ceremony in Canton, Ohio.