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

July 28, 2016

DNC2016

Video: Black Lives Matter organizer tells white people to 'get to the back'

by Michael Tanenbaum

As the Democratic National Convention enters its final day in Philadelphia, footage from several of the week's protests has been circulating online in what are largely peaceful, if intense, displays of organized opposition.

July 28, 2016

Infrastructure

Camden receives $16.2 million federal transportation grant

by Michael Tanenbaum

The city of Camden has been awarded a $16.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to fund major improvements to roads and other infrastructure, officials announced on Thursday.

July 28, 2016

Pennsylvania health insurance companies request substantial 2017 rate increases

by Michael Tanenbaum

Representatives from six major health insurance companies requested double-digit increases in rates on Wednesday at a public information hearing on the costs of healthcare for insurers, consumers and other stakeholders.

July 27, 2016

Politics

Trump disses Christie in flub, calls Kaine former N.J. governor

by Michael Tanenbaum

Everyone is bound to misspeak at one point or another, especially in front of the media during live press conference. That should not be misunderestimated.

July 27, 2016

Development

Point Breeze grocery store proposal frozen by neighbors

by Michael Tanenbaum

Southwest Philadelphia's Point Breeze may be one of the nation's top "down-and-out" neighborhoods to buy a home, but those who make a purchase will likely still have some roaming to do before they can go food shopping.

July 27, 2016

Entertainment

WATCH: Trailer for M. Knight Shyamalan's 'Split'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Say what you will about the inconsistent filmography of M. Knight Shyamalan, but his movies definitely generate buzz. That's especially true in the Philadelphia area, where Shyamalan was raised (Penn Valley, to be exact) after his family moved to the United States from India.

July 27, 2016

Games

Local kids' online 'Memory' game features Philly architecture

by Michael Tanenbaum

Lucky for us in Philadelphia, some kids with the local nonprofit Fresh Artists have created an online "Memory" game that requires matches on colorful

July 26, 2016

Medical

Penn researchers create placenta-on-a-chip to study preterm birth

by Michael Tanenbaum

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have created the world's first placenta-on-a-chip, a model of the interface between mother and fetus that will be used to identify causes and preventive measures for preterm birth.

July 26, 2016

DNC2016

Legend: Rude Sean Hannity gets booed right out of Wawa in Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Conservative radio pundit and FOX News host Sean Hannity came to Philadelphia presumably to stain the Democratic National Convention. Instead, he seems to have disrespected the region's favorite convenience store and gratuitously insulted African Americans.

July 26, 2016

DNC2016

Conventioneers whine on Twitter about DNC in Philadelphia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Heat, humidity, throngs of protesters and blustery thunderstorms can put just about anyone in a crabby mood, especially when it all interferes with work or a commute home. On the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, some visitors from out of town — and plenty who live here — vented their many frustrations about the city's layout and preparation for a four-day political summit.