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.
April 14, 2018
Legislation
Pennsylvania lawmaker introduces bill to invalidate Philly soda tax
A Republican Pennsylvania lawmaker introduced a bill this week that would render Philadelphia's controversial soda tax invalid.April 13, 2018
Investigation
Police: City employee finds body in Fairmount Park
Philadelphia police are investigating after an employee with the department of parks and recreation found a body Friday morning in Fairmount Park.April 13, 2018
Celebrities
Watch Will Smith conduct first-ever Instagram interview with astronaut
West Philly native Will Smith holds first-ever Instagram Live streaming interview with astronaut Drew Feustel from the International Space Station.April 13, 2018
NBA
Julius Erving says this year's Sixers 'can go all the way'
Philadelphia 76ers legend Julius Erving believes Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid and the 2017-18 Sixers can compete for an NBA title.April 13, 2018
NBA
2018 NBA playoffs: What you need to know for Sixers' first round series vs. Heat
The Philadelphia 76ers enter the 2018 NBA playoffs riding a franchise-best 16-game winning. They are hotter than the Miami Heat by definition — and that's saying something.April 13, 2018
NFL
Eagles' Chris Long slams Seahawks for canceling Colin Kaepernick workout
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Chris Long lashed out at the Seattle Seahawks this week over the team's alleged decision to cancel an offseason workout with exiled quarterback Colin Kaepernick.April 12, 2018
Public Transit
New image shows progress on SEPTA's double-decker Regional Rail trains
SEPTA's plans to add 45 multi-level trains to its Regional Rail fleet appear to be moving along efficiently after the transit agency announced plans last year for the $137.5 million procurement.April 12, 2018
Film
Kevin Smith calls for DC, Warner Bros. to make 'Batman' horror film
Kevin Smith, a New Jersey native and cult film director is a fan of the direction Marvel and Warner Bros. went with "Black Panther," which departed from the shared universe concept in favor of writing a film that was internally coherent. Speaking on his "Fatman on Batman" podcast this week, Smith argued DC and Warner Bros. should consider taking a similar approach with a Batman movie.April 12, 2018
Development
Report: Developers plan $350 million Pocono Springs entertainment village
A sprawling, family-friendly entertainment village could soon bring more than 3,200 jobs and plenty of fun to the Poconos, according to multiple reports.April 11, 2018
Eagles
Eagles' Nick Foles publishing memoir on Super Bowl run, Christian faith
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles is making the most of his astounding comeback from the brink of retirement to Super Bowl LII MVP.Just In
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- Bucks County couple files lawsuit against formula company after baby hospitalized with infant botulism
- Power ranking round up: Phillies holding steady this week with NL East series wins
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