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 29, 2017
Medical Marijuana
Philly granted three permits for medical marijuana dispensaries
The Pennsylvania Department of Health handed out its first round of medical marijuana dispensary permits on Thursday, granting three to Philadelphia as the state program moves toward a launch next year.June 29, 2017
Investigation
Police identify drowning victim at North Wildwood beach
Authorities in North Wildwood have identified a man whose body was found Sunday night after washing ashore at the beach between 24th and 25th Avenues.June 28, 2017
Television
Luke Danes from 'Gilmore Girls' set to launch coffee brand
Philadelphians got a caffeine rush for the ages last fall when Netflix converted HubBub Coffee's Center City and West Philly locations into Luke's Diner, the set-piece hangout from the long-running comedy-drama "Gilmore Girls."June 28, 2017
Restaurants
Three Philly chefs in running for Zagat's first national '30 under 30'
Zagat is going national with its "30 under 30" awards for the first time this year. Three Philadelphia chefs have been named 2017 finalists: Jesse Ito, 28, chef-owner Royal Sushi & Izakaya; Caitlin McMillan, 28, sous-chef, CooknSolo Restaurants, Malik Ali, 26, sous/pastry chef, Restaurant NeufJune 28, 2017
Wawa
Wawa giving out free hoagies Thursday by Independence Mall
Wawa Welcome America rolls into town this week with more than 50 free events from Thursday through Independence Day, capped by fireworks celebrations at the Delaware River waterfront and Benjamin Franklin Parkway.June 28, 2017
Legislation
Governor Wolf — and dog Libre — sign Pa. bill strengthening animal abuse penalties
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf helped put paw to paper in Harrisburg Wednesday afternoon to sign Act 10, a law that clarifies the state's animal abuse statute and strengthens penalties for the mistreatment of animals.June 27, 2017
Driving
Survey: Pennsylvania drivers among rudest in United States
The evidence against Pennsylvania drivers continues to mount, this time in the form of a survey in which residents basically admitted they don't have much courtesy for others on the road.June 27, 2017
Bars
Two treasured Villanova pubs announce impending closures
A pair of dive bars popular among students at Villanova University both announced plans Tuesday to close during the summer, ending lengthy runs at their respective locations.June 27, 2017
Media
Britt McHenry implies ESPN dropped her over conservative beliefs
As layoffs at ESPN cut deeper and deeper into the talent pool viewers have grown accustomed to watching over the years, one thread of criticism that has dogged the "Worldwide Leader" is a perceived shift toward liberal bias in its coverage of the sports world.June 27, 2017
Investigation
46 arrested in drug bust as Chester County works to curb overdose deaths
For the second time in the last three months, authorities in Chester County announced the results of another major drug bust, rounding up 46 people in a countywide undercover operation whose impact may be curbing drug overdoses relative to surrounding counties in the Delaware Valley.Just In
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- Power ranking round up: Phillies holding steady this week with NL East series wins
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