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

October 4, 2016

Videos

WATCH: Karma, police catch up to driver cruising shoulder on Philly highway

by Michael Tanenbaum

Everybody hates traffic. The only thing everybody hates more than traffic is people who feel that it doesn't apply to them.

October 3, 2016

Videos

WATCH: Madman pedals big wheel on I-76, witnesses remain calm

by Michael Tanenbaum

Way back in 1969, Pennsylvania toy manufacturer Louis Marx and Company invented the low-riding big wheel tricycle as a safer alternative to bikes and trikes for kids between the ages of eight and ten years old. The torch was later carried by Empire Plastics and the neighborhood mode of transportation remained popular until Bart Simpson rode into the American family on a skateboard.

October 3, 2016

Police

Philadelphia police to hit the streets in plug-in hybrid vehicles

by Michael Tanenbaum

As part of Philadelphia's commitment to achieving energy efficiency, the city announced Monday that it has acquired 17 new plug-in hybrid vehicles that will be used by the Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia Streets Department and other agencies for miscellaneous purposes.

October 3, 2016

Radio

Josh Innes lands back on Houston radio, which has a new problem

by Michael Tanenbaum

Did Houston ever ask to be stabbed a second time with a spoon? It doesn't matter. Josh Innes, the controversial sports talk host fired last month from Sportsradio 94 WIP, is going home.

October 3, 2016

Videos

Video: Drag celebrity Shangela backs iCandy owner after racial outburst

by Michael Tanenbaum

In the aftermath of a scandal that exposed the owner of popular Gayborhood nightclub iCandy, a national celebrity in drag culture has spoken out in defense of his capacity to make amends for the racially offensive comments that surfaced last week in a dated video.

October 3, 2016

Zoos

Philadelphia Zoo names baby gorilla in $13,200 contest

by Michael Tanenbaum

A little bit of guerilla marketing went a long way for the baby gorilla born in late August at the Philadelphia Zoo.

September 29, 2016

Education

Principals of Philly's Blue Ribbon schools share insights on success

by Michael Tanenbaum

Three Philadelphia schools were honored this week as recipients of a 2016 National Blue Ribbon, joining 349 other schools across the nation that were recognized for their overall academic excellence or marked progress in closing achievement gaps.

September 29, 2016

Business

Striking Peeps workers will return to Pennsylvania factory

by Michael Tanenbaum

Nearly 400 workers who went on strike at the Bethlehem candy factory that manufactures Peeps and other popular candy products will return to work on Friday without a new labor agreement.

September 29, 2016

Phillies

WATCH: Sports Illustrated crushes one with Phillie Phanatic documentary

by Michael Tanenbaum

Every living sports fan in Philadelphia, young and old, knows just how much the Phillie Phanatic means to the story of baseball in this town. An indescribable goofball and mischievous varmint changed the way we connect with our team, generating a ballpark's worth of magic that has lifted nightly crowds to their feet for nearly 40 years.

September 28, 2016

Real Estate

Grace Kelly's childhood home finally sells in East Falls 'love story'

by Michael Tanenbaum

The fabled home of late Hollywood sensation and nuptial royalty Grace Kelly has finally sold in East Falls, marking the exchange of a Philadelphia treasure that has captivated local residents for several generations.