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.
October 11, 2017
Development
Developer breaks ground on new Temple student housing community
As the student population at Temple University expands, real estate on either side of North Broad Street has become a prime target for redevelopment in recent years.October 10, 2017
Courts
Philly man opts for trial in Sea Isle City seagull slaying
A Philadelphia man whose violent summer outburst left an innocent seagull dead in Ocean City will head to trial rather than pay a $250 fine to put the issue to rest.October 10, 2017
Universities
On administrative leave, Drexel professor pens defense of Las Vegas tweets
A Drexel University professor whose tweets dissecting the Las Vegas massacre sparked a conservative media uproar has been placed on administrative leave.October 10, 2017
Cancer
Penn surgeons become world's first to test glowing dye for cancerous lymph nodes
Surgeons at the University of Pennsylvania have achieved a global first with the use of a fluorescent dye that identifies cancerous cells in lymph nodes during head and neck cancer procedures.October 10, 2017
Arrests
Police: Man robbed, tortured over two days at Jersey Shore
Authorities in Atlantic City have arrested two men who allegedly held a victim against his will for two days, robbed him and assaulted him at an apartment with various instruments of torture.October 9, 2017
Universities
Report: Penn student dies at off-campus residence, third this semester
A senior at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School died Monday morning at his off-campus residence, marking the third loss at the Ivy League school since the start of the fall semester.October 9, 2017
Investigation
Temple University student fatally shot by police in Miami traffic incident
A Temple University student was fatally shot by Miami Beach Police Sunday night after running down a uniformed patrol officer during a traffic stop, according to multiple reports..October 9, 2017
Development
Plans underway for major retail upgrades, new vibe at Suburban Station
With approximately 100,000 people passing through Suburban Station on a daily basis, SEPTA is looking to revitalize the shopping experience and keep Philadelphia's downtown retail renaissance going full-speed.October 9, 2017
Technology
Groundbreaking medical-rescue drone unveiled at Philly conference
Devastating scenes from this year's hurricanes in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico have made starkly clear how difficult it can be for victims of natural disasters to receive the medical attention they need before it's too late.October 8, 2017
Attractions
On strength of fountain display, Longwood Gardens announces record surge in attendance
For the second straight year, Longwood Gardens shattered an attendance record as more than 1.5 million visitors turned out to see the dazzling Main Garden Fountain at the longstanding destination in Kennett Square.Just In
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- Joel Embiid doubtful for Sixers-Timberwolves in front end of back-to-back
- Bucks County man who drugged and raped 12 women he met on dating sites sentenced to decades in prison
- Sixers guard VJ Edgecombe wins Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for March
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