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.
November 6, 2016
SEPTA
Group plans to distribute 'Inconvenience Passes' to SEPTA riders
Six days into a SEPTA labor dispute that has crippled public transportation in Philadelphia, a group of local activists plans to hand out "Inconvenience Passes" to commuters affected by the work stoppage.November 6, 2016
Events
WATCH: Bruce Springsteen's full performance at Clinton rally in Philadelphia
Rock and roll superstar Bruce Springsteen joined thousands in Philadelphia Monday night as Hillary Clinton held a rally at Independence Mall on the eve of the 2016 presidential election.November 6, 2016
Concerts
Penn State reveals performers for first ever concert at Beaver Stadium
For the first time in the 56-year history of Beaver Stadium, Penn State University will hold a concert at the home of the Nittany Lions.November 6, 2016
SEPTA
City of Philadelphia files motion to halt SEPTA strike for Election Day
The city of Philadelphia filed a motion on Sunday to temporarily halt the ongoing SEPTA strike for Tuesday's election.November 6, 2016
Politics
WATCH: Van Jones interviews family of Trump supporters in Gettysburg
A few weeks ago, during a furious rush of cross-country campaigning, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump delivered what he styled as his own version of the Gettysburg Address, Abraham Lincoln's resoundingly affirmative speech at the crossroads of the American Civil War in Nov. 1863.November 4, 2016
Legislation
Gov. Wolf signs bill legalizing Uber, Lyft in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed a bill Friday that formally legalizes Uber and Lyft in Philadelphia after the Pennsylvania Senate voted overwhelmingly in concurrence with its passage in the House of Representatives.November 4, 2016
Television
Comcast launching Netflix nationwide on X1 platform
Philadelphia-based cable giant Comcast announced Friday that it will officially integrate Netflix into the X1 platform beginning next week, enabling millions of customers nationwide to seamlessly browse and access the streaming service's online collection of TV shows and movies.November 3, 2016
Liquor Control Board
Philly bidders win four PLCB 'zombie' licenses in state's first auction
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) announced Thursday that it has issued 37 Notices of Selection for the state's initial restaurant license auction, including four by bidders in Philadelphia.November 3, 2016
Investigation
Burning body found underneath I-76 in South Philly
Philadelphia police are investigating after the remains of a burning human body were discovered Thursday morning on an embankment beneath Interstate 76 in South Philadelphia.November 3, 2016
Restaurants
Naf Naf Grill opens shawarma spot with a bang in Center City
Free pitas had 19th and Market Streets packed on Thursday afternoon to mark the grand opening of Naf Naf Grill's Center City location, a surefire destination for seekers of fast casual Middle Eastern food.Just In
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- Developer buying McGlinchey's bar in Center City uses Zach Bryan-inspired LLC
- Joel Embiid probable for Sixers-Celtics on Tuesday; full injury reports ahead of Game 5
- Author uses billboard on I-95 to promote body autonomy and new book 'Fat Swim'
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