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.
August 6, 2017
Busy Del Frisco's reveals plans for second location in Center City
Busy Del Frisco's reveals plans for second location in Center CityAugust 6, 2017
Odd News
Reports: Truck spills fresh watermelons all over Center City street
On what should have been a perfect summer day to drop off a shipment of watermelons, one truck driver's mishap on Sunday afternoon became a comedic scene in Philadelphia.August 6, 2017
Marriage
Woman's fake engagement pays off with months of flattery, discounts
All is fair in love and war, or so they say. And all is cheap and sweet if you're playing a simulation.August 6, 2017
Investigation
Police hunt for driver in fatal Center City hit-and-run
Philadelphia police are searching for the driver of a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning in Center City.August 6, 2017
Movies
'Brave New Jersey' tells the unseemly tale of America's accidental alien panic
In a day and age when the U.S. government has an elaborate plan to stave off a zombie apocalypse, it's hard to believe there was ever a time when absurdly fictional armageddon scenarios might have spread legitimate panic.August 3, 2017
Research
Penn to launch genetic research program on Asperger syndrome
A $5.4 million gift from an anonymous donor will enable the University of Pennsylvania to launch a research program for Asperger Syndrome, opening the door to a better understanding of the genetics behind the condition.August 3, 2017
Musicians
Questlove credits Dave Chappelle for landing gig with Jimmy Fallon
Dave Chappelle's return to the pinnacle of comedy after a lengthy hiatus is a testament to his fans' loyalty, which will be on full display throughout August as Chappelle completes a star-studded residency at Radio City Music Hall.August 3, 2017
Restaurants
Owners of longtime Philly pizzeria to open gyro, souvlaki spot in Center City
Pete's Famous Pizza owner Peter Kada to open Moustaki, a Greek gryo and souvlaki restaurant in Center City.August 3, 2017
NFL
Bud Light: We'll cover Philly's beer tab if Eagles win Super Bowl
The NFL offseason can be a time of euphoria, sometimes delusionally induced by withdrawal as the months wear on without meaningful football games.August 3, 2017
Parking
On heels of lawsuit, petition calls for legalizing median parking on South Broad Street
The push comes just as 5th Square, a local urbanist political action committee (PAC), sued the Philadelphia Police Department and the Philadelphia Parking Authority to compel them to enforce the law banning parking in the median.Just In
- Newly accredited production facility in Philly offers tax incentives to movie and TV crews
- U.S. fertility rate dropped to another record low in 2025, CDC report shows
- Sixers center Joel Embiid will undergo surgery for appendicitis on Thursday
- Shriners Children's hospital starts its own 'Carpool Karaoke' for kids in its care
- A huge craft brewing conference is coming to Philly, and its official beer is a new Yards lager
- A look at the 2026 NFL calendar, and how it pertains to the Eagles
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