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.
March 1, 2018
Medical Research
CHOP, Penn researchers find new lung stem cells with promise for regenerative medicine
A newly discovered cell system activated by pulmonary injuries could offer a vital tool in the advancement of regenerative lung therapies across the human life cycle, according to a study led by researchers at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Perelman School of Medicine.March 1, 2018
Politics
Eagles' Chris Long wades into gun debate, arming school teachers
In the aftermath of last month's deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the national debate about preventing gun violence and advancing legislative reform has resurfaced with an intensity not seen in the United States in several years.March 1, 2018
Wildlife
Pa. wildlife officials rescue fighting bald eagles locked in death grip
The Philadelphia Eagles may have won the Super Bowl, but that doesn't mean all is peaceful out in the wild.February 28, 2018
Television
'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' may reboot as 'Fresh Princess'
Will Smith fans have long wondered whether the age of '90s nostalgia will result in a return of the "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," the NBC sitcom that put the West Philly native on the map as an actor.February 28, 2018
Restaurants
New York City falafel shop Mamoun's plans Old City location
Mamoun's Falafel, a staple in New York and New Jersey since 1971, will reportedly open its first Philly franchise in Old City.February 28, 2018
Directors
Kevin Smith: Heart attack seemed like 'I got some bad milk'
Cult director and New Jersey native Kevin Smith underwent a massive heart attack Sunday night in between comedy sets at California's Alex Theatre, mysteriously falling ill before canceling his second show.February 28, 2018
Investigation
Police: Body found floating in Delaware River at Penn Treaty Park
Philadelphia police are investigating after a body was found Wednesday morning floating in the Delaware River off the shore of Penn Treaty Park.February 27, 2018
Courts
South Philly doctor gets prison time in illegal sales of pill prescriptions
A South Philadelphia doctor will spend four years in prison after pleading guilty to the illegal sale of more than $5 million in prescription drugs, including Suboxone and Klonopin, following a federal indictment handed down last in May of 2016.February 27, 2018
Neighborhoods
Report ranks two Philly neighborhoods in America's top 10 most gentrified ZIP codes
A new analysis of American ZIP codes finds that Philadelphia is home to two of the nation's top 20 neighborhoods impacted by gentrification — Northern Liberties (19123) and Point Breeze (19146).February 27, 2018
NBA
LeBron James responds to Philly billboards in Cleveland: 'It's very flattering'
Philly wants LeBron James in a Sixers uniform next season — and it sure sounds like the King was charmed by the courtship of a few billboards in Cleveland.Just In
- McMillan's Bakery in South Jersey will not reopen, family says
- There's an anti-cruising sign still standing in Rittenhouse. It reflects the area's complicated queer history.
- 'Stranger Things' star Cara Buono sees more than a 'clueless '80s mom' in Karen Wheeler as final season unfolds
- Flu cases are on the rise in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
- Joel Embiid probable for Sixers-Nets on Tuesday; Paul George set to return
- Phillies sign right-handed reliever Zach Pop to 2026 contract
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