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.
June 27, 2018
Firefighters
Philadelphia firefighter dies after medical emergency in survival training exercise
Lt. Benny Hutchins, a 34-year veteran of the fire department, had been hospitalized since experiencing a medical emergency at the Fire Academy on June 25.June 26, 2018
NFL
Eagles fan wins billboard bet to humiliate Patriots, Tom Brady in Boston
A Philadelphia Eagles fan won a bet with a co-worker on Twitter to claim enough likes for a billboard to be hung in Boston. Eagles fans were quick to relive the team's victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII.June 26, 2018
Arrests
Girlfriend of 'Jersey Shore's Ronnie Ortiz-Magro arrested for allegedly dragging him with car
Jen Harley, the girlfriend of "Jersey Shore" star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, was arrested in Las Vegas on charges of domestic battery stemming from an incident on the road.June 26, 2018
Crime
Chester County bank manager allegedly used dead man's account in $118,000 embezzlement scheme
The branch manager of a Downingtown bank is facing multiple felony charges after prosecutors say he devised an elaborate scheme to conceal the embezzlement of customer funds — including those taken from the account of a dead man. Anthony Rife, 38, allegedly carried out the scheme while serving as manager for the Ludwig's Corner branch of Downingtown National Bank.June 26, 2018
Crime
Police: Bethlehem murder-suicide linked to possible love triangle
Authorities in Lehigh County believe a murder-suicide resulting in the deaths of John Schmook and Sean Ferry in Bethlehem on Monday likely is linked to a disagreement over a woman.June 25, 2018
Television
Former Eagles receiver Jason Avant competing on 'American Ninja Warrior'
One of the most-sure handed wide receivers ever to play for the Philadelphia Eagles is ready to try his luck in a different arena. Jason Avant is a contestant on NBC's "American Ninja Warrior."June 25, 2018
Farmers Markets
Zerns Farmers Market closing after 92 years in Montgomery County
A popular farmers market that has been a mainstay in Montgomery County for nearly a century will close up shop for good in September. Zerns Farmers Market, located at 1100 E. Philadelphia Avenue in Gilberstville, revealed this month that the decision to shut down comes down after no buyers stepped in to claim the property at a price of $4.5 million.June 25, 2018
Criminal Justice
Krasner defends decision not to pursue death penalty in murder of Philly cop
Facing heavy criticism from members of the police union, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner held a press conference Monday afternoon to defend his office's choice not to pursue the death penalty in the 2015 shooting death of Philadelphia Police Sgt. Robert Wilson III.June 25, 2018
Public Health
Turkey Hill testing bathroom blue lights to deter heroin use at Pennsylvania stores
In an effort to discourage drug use in its bathrooms, Turkey Hill Minit Markets has reportedly installed blue bulbs at several Pennsylvania locations, becoming the second state's second convenience retailer to test the lights' effectiveness.June 22, 2018
Media
Mike Missanelli has awkward disagreement with producer live on camera
On Friday, viewers of NBC Sports Philadelphia witnessed one of the drawbacks of radio television. At the start of Mike Missanelli's show on 97.5 The Fanatic — broadcast on NBC Sports Philadelphia as "The Mike Missanelli Show" — the host was captured tearing into producer Tyrone Johnson.Just In
- Who are the purple-vested workers now patrolling SEPTA stations?
- GLP-1 drugs must now carry warning labels about rare risk of vision loss
- Stateside is betting on its vodka again after a banner year for its canned cocktails
- Eagles trade deadline rumor and report tracker: No moves made on deadline day
- The SS United States once crossed the Atlantic in record time. Now set to be sunk, that historic voyage still stands out
- Bob Boone, the Phillies' first World Series-winning catcher, dies at 78
- Philly's holiday tree lighting will feature performances by Kristin Chenoweth and Kirk Franklin
- South Jersey home that won ABC's 'The Great Christmas Light Fight' will feature a new holiday theme this year
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