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.
December 16, 2016
Media
Philly mourns departure of NBC10 meteorologist Sheena Parveen
Sadly, the time has come, Philadelphia. Our TV weather crush must go. Friday marks the final day for NBC10 meteorologist Sheena Parveen, who is set to move on to NBC 4 in Washington, D.C. after nearly five years in Philly.December 16, 2016
Transportation
Renewed hopes for 220 mph bullet train from Philly to Baltimore
A wide-ranging federal proposal to expand the role of railway transportation in the northest United States could potentially bring a new Amtrak stop to Philadelphia International Airport, boost the speed of trains and increase the volume of intercity rides along the Northeast Corridor.December 16, 2016
Investigation
Conshohocken woman found stabbed to death at home
Authorities in Conshohocken have taken a suspect into custody in connection to the death of a 60-year-old woman who was found with fatal stab wounds inside her home early Friday morning.December 16, 2016
Eagles
WATCH: Santa Dorenbos performs 'Philly-style' holiday trick for Eagles
In what has been a rough year for the Eagles at the bottom of the NFC East, one of the team's biggest bright spots has actually been the longsnapper's work off the field.December 15, 2016
Music
WATCH: The Roots play 'Super Mario Bros.' theme with game's creator
One of the most memorable melodies in the world, right up there with the English alphabet and Beethoven's "Symphony 5," has got to be the theme song to Nintendo's "Super Mario Bros," without a doubt.December 15, 2016
Courts
Judge: Jersey Shore firefighter who stole from Wawa can't have job back
A Margate City firefighter who stole a breakfast sandwich and other items from a local Wawa last August will not be able to return to his lucrative job, an Atlantic County Superior Court judge ruled on Wednesday.December 15, 2016
Universities
Penn frat struggles with brother's accusation of racism
A fraternity at the University of Pennsylvania is looking to reconcile internal differences after a member of the chapter posted a flier on the campus'December 15, 2016
Obituaries
Daughter's obituary for Irish dad: Vodka maker 'devastated' by loss
The loss of a parent, universally considered one of the most difficult life experiences, can also be a bittersweet time of remembrance — all the more so for a life well-lived.December 15, 2016
CHOP
Pa. girl, 4, corrals 3,000 gifts in toy drive for CHOP
Jillian Massey, a 4-year-old from Coopersburg, Pa., wanted to show her gratitude to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after completing chemotherapy and stem cell transplant treatment for medulloblastoma, according to ABC News.December 15, 2016
Videos
Report: Two dogs get loose on Betsy Ross Bridge ramp
Two dogs were reportedly witnessed scampering unattended along a rampt to the Betsy Ross Bridge on Thursday afternoon, prompting officials to capture one and search for the other.Just In
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- Intimate partner homicide has clear warning signs – and is often preventable, research shows
- As data centers spread in Pa., lawmakers are proposing guardrails. Community activists want a moratorium
- Joel Embiid listed doubtful for Sixers-Celtics on Sunday; full injury reports ahead of Game 4
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