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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

February 7, 2017

Investigation

Video: Man assaulted during charity basketball game at Philly high school

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects who were seen on surveillance video attacking a victim during a charity basketball game held late last month at a high school in North Philadelphia.

February 6, 2017

Police

Pennsylvania Amber Alert during Super Bowl was a freak false alarm

by Michael Tanenbaum

In the middle of Sunday night's historic Super Bowl, Pennsylvania residents were jolted by an Amber Alert announcing the disappearance of two-year-old Alexis Weber, who authorities said was abducted from her home in Berwick, Columbia County.

February 6, 2017

Radio

WIP hires Jon Marks to take over evening slot manned by 'Sludge'

by Michael Tanenbaum

The changing of the guard on Sportsradio 94WIP's roster of weekday talent still isn't fully complete, but another big hire was announced Monday when the station revealed former 97.5 The Fanatic host Jon Marks will take over the evening slot from 6 p.m.-10 p.m.

February 6, 2017

Petitions

Urbanist PAC petitions against Philly bill targeting 'sidewalk behavior'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia residents and businesses have been called upon to take action against a City Council bill that would start requiring a permit to place items including potted plants, benches and other fixtures on public sidewalks.

February 6, 2017

Restaurants

Iron Hill Brewery coming to East Market project in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

As progress continues on the construction of Center City's East Market project, an ambitious residential and commercial revitalization, speculation has picked up about who will occupy the remaining unclaimed space.

February 6, 2017

Investigation

VIDEO: Naked man drives stolen taxicab through Rittenhouse Square

by Michael Tanenbaum

If you thought sitting on the walls and smoking weed at Rittenhouse Square was transgressive civil disobedience, one man dangerously proved Monday that you have no idea what it means to break with the rules of society and the law.

February 3, 2017

Politics

Philly teacher launches GoFundMe to buy Pat Toomey's vote on Betsy DeVos

by Michael Tanenbaum

In a week that has become a full court press against Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey, there is now a GoFundMe page up and running to buy his potentially pivotal vote in the confirmation of Betsy DeVos, President Donald's Trump's nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Education.

February 2, 2017

Lawsuits

Wawa suing Dawa Food Mart in New Jersey for trademark infringement

by Michael Tanenbaum

As Wawa continues its U.S. expansion the company that came from relatively humble roots in Delaware County has grown fiercely protective of its beloved brand.

February 2, 2017

Arrests

Northeast Philly high school employee charged with allegedly selling drugs to students

by Michael Tanenbaum

An employee at a Northeast Philadelphia high school is facing multiple charges after police say he was caught on a restroom surveillance camera selling drugs to several students.

February 2, 2017

NFL

Rolling Stone: Why is Exton apathetic about 'Pennsylvania QB' Matt Ryan?

by Michael Tanenbaum

The last time the Atlanta Falcons played in the Super Bowl, a 34-19 loss to the Broncos in 1999, their signal caller was Chris Chandler, a respectable veteran quarterback who benefited greatly from the dominance of Dirty Bird running back Jamal Anderson.