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.
August 28, 2016
Investigation
N.J. teen sought in shooting of five on Bridgeton porch
Authorities in Bridgeton are seeking assistance from the public to locate an 18-year-old man who allegedly fired a shotgun at a group of people on sitting a porch last week, officials said.August 28, 2016
Videos
Kevin Bacon, what are you doing, man?
Oops doesn't nearly satisfy the necessary and sufficient conditions one would need to say "meh" to a commercial featuring Philly native Kevin Bacon in a Britney Spears' catsuit.August 28, 2016
Traffic
Road closures announced for 2016 Made in America festival
With Labor Day weekend fast approaching, the City of Philadelphia has released complete road closure information for the 2016 Budweiser Made in America Festival, which will bring headliners Rihanna and Coldplay to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway along with supporting acts that include Carseat Headrest, Jamie xx and Gary Clarke, Jr.August 28, 2016
Videos
WATCH: Tim McGraw pops up for serenade at Philly wedding
For all the careful planning and astronomical costs that go into the making of a dream wedding, nothing really beats a good surprise as a cherry on top.August 25, 2016
Development
Renderings show reuse plan for South Philly's historic First African Baptist Church
Plans to restore the oldest African-American church in Pennsylvania have taken an important step forward with the release of new renderings that depict the developers' goals for the historic space and neighboring condominiums.August 25, 2016
Transportation
SEPTA plans Express Bus fleet for hard-hit Regional Rail lines
The depths of the Delaware Valley's so-called SEPTApocalypse may have subsided — locomotives were leased and schedules were frequently modified — but some regular Regional Rail riders are still contending with the aftermath of the agency losing a third of its Silverliner V railcars to a defect found in their truck beds.August 25, 2016
Parks and Recreation
Philly's new 'Inclusive Parks & Playgrounds' law ensures accessible recreation
As Philadelphia prepares a comprehensive plan to revitalize parks and playgrounds across the city, a new law signed Wednesday by Mayor Kenney will ensure that pending improvements create an accessible environment for people of all ages and abilities.August 25, 2016
Odd News
Pennsylvania man fells sappy tree onto his home, goes to jail
A wrathful Pennsylvania man who cut down a pine tree that was dripping sap on his car was jailed this week on reckless endangerment and related charges after the felled lumber collapsed on the apartment complex where he livedAugust 24, 2016
Environment
Millions of dead fish wash up in New Jersey creek
Officials with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection say millions of dead fish found in Monmouth County's Waackcaack Creek likely perished as a result of natural causes.August 24, 2016
Incidents
Authorities: Woman dies after fall from zip line at Delaware state park
Delaware State Police have concluded their investigation after a woman tragically fell 40 feet to her death Wednesday afternoon at a zip-line course in Lums Pond State Park.Just In
- New Jersey residents with criminal convictions now can serve as jurors
- These local movie theaters are giving out free popcorn on Jan. 19
- City hopes 2026 will be turning point for LOVE Park's vacant 'flying saucer'
- Wawa's shelfless, all-digital store at Drexel University to close Jan. 21
- Game ball, three stars, and snap count analysis: Wild Card Round, Eagles vs. 49ers
- Joel Embiid, Paul George questionable for Sixers-Raptors on Monday after missing front end of back-to-back
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