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

November 2, 2016

Historic Homes

WATCH: Prince Albert visits Grace Kelly home, family talks plans for property

by Michael Tanenbaum

When the historic East Falls home of the late actress Grace Kelly finally sold in September for

November 1, 2016

SEPTA

Twitter bursts nerves over #SEPTAStrike in Philadelphia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Much to the dismay of thousands of public transit commuters in Philadelphia, SEPTA's buses, subways and trolleys are all temporarily out of commission after Transport Workers Union Local 234 went out on strike when the clock struck 12:01 Tuesday morning.

November 1, 2016

Celebrities

Bradley Cooper, Irina Shayk reportedly 'discussed marriage'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Charming Bradley Cooper and his model girfriend Irina Shayk are reportedly considering taking the next step in their guarded but tabloid besieged relationship.

November 1, 2016

Politics

Undecided vote crucial as McGinty takes huge lead over Toomey in F&M survey

by Michael Tanenbaum

With one week remaining before the 2016 Pennsylvania Senate election, Democratic challenger Katie McGinty has landed 12 points ahead of incumbant Republican Pat Toomey among likely voters in the latest poll conducted by Franklin & Marshall University.

November 1, 2016

Humor

WATCH: 'Newsman' hits sloppy streets of Manayunk on Halloween

by Michael Tanenbaum

How is everyone and the five pounds of gut they gained feeling on the day after Halloween?

November 1, 2016

Fire

Firefighters battling blaze at Camden home

by Michael Tanenbaum

Camden firefighters are battling a large blaze that broke out Tuesday afternoon at a property north of the city's downtown district.

October 31, 2016

Media

Glenn 'Hurricane' Schwartz pens obit for NBC10's Sheela Allen-Stephens

by Michael Tanenbaum

A week ago, Philadelphia lost one its most iconic media personalities in Sheela Allen-Stephens, a mainstay at NBC10 for the better part of 20 years.

October 31, 2016

Casinos

Casino: Sorry lady, you didn't really win $42.9 million

by Michael Tanenbaum

Any time you head out for a night at the casino, it's smart to keep your enthusiasm as much in check as your spending.

October 31, 2016

Indego

Indego calls on Philly to reach 1 millionth ride before 2017

by Michael Tanenbaum

More than a year and half since Philadelphia launched its public bike share transportation system, Indego is on track to track to reach 1 million rides by the end of the year.

October 31, 2016

Obituaries

Villanova student mourned after death in dorm room

by Michael Tanenbaum

Members of the extended community at Villanova University are in mourning Monday after the loss of a student who passed away unexpectedly in his dorm room on Sunday night.