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 3, 2017
Drug Bust
D.A.: Enough Fentanyl seized to threaten half of Montgomery County
Authorities in Montgomery County announced three arrests Tuesday in a drug bust that netted enough fentanyl to prove fatal to almost half of the county's population, the District Attorney's Office said in an afternoon press briefing.October 3, 2017
Celebrities
Tina Fey doles out free cheese fries as Las Vegas fund marks 'Mean Girls' day
If you didn't know anything about Oct. 3 being "Mean Girls" day, first of all, congratulations.October 3, 2017
Media
Local satirist calls for The Onion to retract 'disturbing' articles on Las Vegas rampage
As the death toll climbs in Sunday night's historic rampage at a country music festival in Las Vegas, one local satirist believes the nation's foremost humor website shamelessly crossed a line of human decency in its response to the attack.October 3, 2017
Retirement
Two Pennsylvania towns rank in top 10 for U.S. retirement
Assuming retirement is still a reality down the line for most Americans, a new set of rankings from U.S. News & World Report suggests two of the best places to settle down are right here in Pennsylvania.October 3, 2017
Politics
Report: Pro-life Pennsylvania rep. urged abortion in extramarital affair
Pennsylvania Rep. Tim Murphy, a family values Republican with a staunch pro-life voting record, found himself under fire Tuesday after a January exchange on Facebook came to light suggesting he urged a woman to have an abortion following an extramarital affair with her.October 2, 2017
Social Media
Carson Wentz takes heat, praise for Jesus tweet in wake of Las Vegas massacre
As people across the United States confront the shock of Sunday night's deadly massacre in Las Vegas, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback entered the Monday morning conversation with a message that wound up grating the nerves of some on Twitter.October 2, 2017
History
These are the spookiest urban legends in Pennsylvania, New Jersey
It's almost time for Halloween, and if you're way too old to go trick-or-treating, fear not: You can still eat candy, still dress up for a night of drinking and still work up a good scare or two.October 2, 2017
Celebrities
Did Kevin Hart name his soon-to-be child after a Philly neighborhood?
Kevin Hart and his wife Eniko Parish are pushing forward as a couple despite the allegations — and an admission, pretty much — that the North Philly native and star comedian engaged in one or more affairs over the summer.September 28, 2017
TV
WATCH: Tim and Eric dress as clowns with Broadway ambitions, disgust Colbert
Whenever the world fails to make sense, it's a safe bet to turn to Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim, the Temple University film duo behind a gamut of Adult Swim series that have updated absurdity for the 21st century.September 28, 2017
Drones
Drone video captures stunning aerials of Philadelphia Museum of Art
With drones more prevalent than ever in the hands of private citizens, views once reserved for the tourism board are now giving us some of the most fascinating vantage points on natural wonders and urban landmarks.Just In
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- West Chester tasting room to release commemorative wines for America's 250th birthday
- SEPTA buys 24 Regional Rail coach cars from Montreal to strengthen fleet
- Sixers guard VJ Edgecombe wins Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for March
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