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.
April 24, 2017
Politics
Philly salary history bill put on hold amid legal challenge
A wage equity bill that would bar Philadelphia employers from asking applicants for their salary history has been has been temporarily stayed pending a lawsuit filed by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.April 24, 2017
Videos
WATCH: Vox tells the story of Philly's mural arts heritage
When thousands of people start streaming into Philadelphia this week for the NFL draft, their travels around the city will put them in front of one of the world's greatest mural collections, numbering about 4,000 at this point.April 23, 2017
Movies
Twitter takes sides over Will Smith, Kevin Hart links to Genie in Disney's live-action 'Aladdin'
Disney's turn to live-action remakes of its animated classics is already proving to be a sweet spot for the company after the roaring box office success of "Beauty and the Beast," starring Emma Watson and Dan Stevens in the leading roles.April 23, 2017
Politics
Pennsylvania lawmaker renews Twitter offensive against Donald Trump
As elected officials tend to go, Pennsylvania state Sen. Daylin Leach is a special guy.April 23, 2017
Earthquakes
USGS: Small earthquake shakes Lancaster County
A 2.3 magnitude earthquake shook Lancaster County near Millersville on Sunday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey.April 23, 2017
Real Estate
With public future ahead, 'scandalous secrets' still dwell in Grace Kelly home
East Falls' most celebrated piece of real estate seemed to come full circle last September when Prince Albert of Monaco, son of royal starlet Grace Kelly, purchased the family property at 3901 Henry Avenue.April 20, 2017
Videos
WATCH: A 'hyperlapse' of your everyday scenery from Philly
You've seen it before in a million movie montages — always with the best song on the soundtrack — and you've wondered what it would look like to see it in your hometown. Philadelphia now has its very own, pristinely shot hyperlapse of all of the city's most central sights and attractions.April 20, 2017
Historic Preservation
Philadelphia establishes historic preservation task force
Philadelphia will adopt a new set of assessment standards and strategies for preserving the city's historic properties and other assets, revising a policy that has been in place for more than 30 years.April 20, 2017
Media
WATCH: Tina Fey long ago ripped Bill O'Reilly over sexual harassment settlement
Longtime FOX News host Bill O' Reilly is officially out of work after the station's parent company, led by Rupert Murdoch and his sons, decided the conservative pundit could no longer be supported in the wake of revelations he allegedly paid women $13 million to keep quiet about sexual harassment claims.April 18, 2017
Celebrities
Watch Will Smith convince you to buck up and go skydiving
If you've never been skydiving before, here's a video that might persuade you to do it. Your daredevil friend who's been bugging you about it for years isn't getting the job done, but you know who can?Just In
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- Ilana Glazer is ready to say goodbye to 'weak-minded' alt-right comedy
- For now, Matvei Michkov and the Flyers are shrugging off rumors: 'it's outside noise'
- Liberty Flea will bring vintage finds, handmade gifts and holiday shopping to South Philly
- Kennett Square Holiday Village Market returns in December with more than 50 vendors
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