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.
September 28, 2016
Real Estate
Grace Kelly's childhood home finally sells in East Falls 'love story'
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.September 28, 2016
Driving
Video: Lunatic deer encounter in N.J. a reminder to watch your speed
Driving on the open road and listening to terrestrial radio remains, in 2016, one of the most emblematic rites of the American experience. It's one of the few peaceful slices of life left undevoured by the inexorable lineup of things you need to be connected in this blinkering OH MY GOD THAT'S A DEER!September 28, 2016
Investigation
Officials: Blind man fatally struck by SEPTA subway in Center City
Philadelphia police are investigating after a person was struck Wednesday afternoon by a subway on SEPTA's Broad Street Line.September 27, 2016
Videos
Phillie Phanatic, slated for SI Swimsuit Issue, once 'arrested' late Marlins pitcher Fernandez
As the Philadelphia Phillies wind down a season of encouraging improvement, the team's beloved mascot is still hustling.September 27, 2016
Hip-hop
Beanie Sigel took a punch in the Philly cheesesteak war
Over the weekend, a literal hip-hop beef erupted in Philadelphia when Meek Mill accused The Game, a West Coast rapper, of fabricating a trip to Max's Steaks on Broad Street in order to appear as though he brazenly entered his rival's turf, or something along those lines.September 27, 2016
Business
Comcast, YMCA form $15 million partnership for children and families
Philadelphia-based Comcast Corp. and the YMCA of America have entered a $15.3 million partnership that will aim to strengthen communities by boosting academic achievement and literacy programs across the United States.September 27, 2016
Courts
Penn student claims racial bias in university's handling of sex assault case
An black undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania has filed a civil lawsuit against the Trustees of the Ivy League school contending that its investigation of a June sexual assault allegation displayed unfair bias against him.September 26, 2016
Videos
WATCH: Eagles fan in Trump mask struck with fresh hoagie roll
Eagles fans have been a happy bunch lately, what with a commanding 3-0 start and an impressive team culture forming around Doug Pederson. This is really very unusual for Philadelphia fans. Someone had to do something about it, if only to reign in all the unbridled optimism.September 26, 2016
Courts
New Jersey motel owner pleads guilty to $81K Superstorm Sandy fraud
A New Jersey motel owner pleaded guilty on Monday to stealing $81,000 in Superstorm Sandy relief funds under the false pretense that he housed displaced residents at the Americana Motel in Toms River, the state's attorney general announced.September 26, 2016
Fairs
Vendor with Nazi, Trump flags expelled from Pennsylvania fair
The organizers of Pennsylvania's 161st annual Bloomsburg Fair expelled a vendor on Monday whose stand was decorated with flags representing the Nazi Germany and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.Just In
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