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 13, 2016
Bears
Second bear sighting in Radnor forces lockdown at Ithan Elementary
An elementary school in Radnor Township was shut down Tuesday morning after a black bear was spotted in the area for the second time in the past few days.September 12, 2016
Arrests
D.A.: Philadelphia man, 'Butter,' charged in Coatesville homicide
Authorities in Chester County have arrested a Philadelphia man in connection with the murder of 25-year-old Alex Hartzell, who was shot 11 times in the body and head on August 26, the District Attorney's Office announced on Monday.September 12, 2016
Higher Education
At Penn, more than 900 women sign letter to those 'complicit in rape culture'
In the wake of a national uproar over a crude email distributed to undergraduate women at the University of Pennsylvania, more than 900 members of affiliated and unaffiliated all-female groups have signed a letter in solidarity against those who choose to remain "complicit in rape culture" on campus.September 12, 2016
Higher Education
Penn's fraternity council: Rape culture 'undeniably true and prevalent'
The leaders of the University of Pennsylvania's Intrafraternity Council have spoken out about the controversy surrounding Greek life's role in a "rape culture" considered prevalent on and beyond their campus in West Philadelphia.September 11, 2016
Business
Philadelphia oil refinery plans layoffs amid 'short squeeze'
The operator of the largest oil refinery on the East Coast of the United States plans to cut its Philadelphia workforce as it faces "significantly stressed" finances related to government biofuel quotas, according to a Bloomberg report.September 11, 2016
Videos
WATCH: Springsteen jams 'No Surrender' with fan in Philly
When Bruce Springsteen plays a marquee concert these days, it tends to be the equivalent of about 2.5 concerts. The Boss and the E. Street Band are prepared to play sets that cross the four-hour mark and leave their fans with sore knees and ankles.September 11, 2016
Eagles
Twitter reacts to Carson Wentz's first NFL win in Eagles green
The Philadelphia Eagles took care of business at home in week one against the Cleveland Browns, rolling to a comfortable 29-10 victory led by rookie quarterback Carson Wentz and a stout defensive showing.September 11, 2016
Fires
Black smoke from Camden fire visible at Eagles game
Firefighters in Camden have extinguished a blaze that broke out at scrapyard on Sunday afternoon, sending plumes of smoke into the sky as the Eagles opened their 2016 season against the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field.September 11, 2016
Courts
Philly Jesus ready for trial over Apple Store arrest, attorney says
Michael Grant, the white-robed man known locally as Philly Jesus, will head to trial this week in Philadelphia Municipal Court after his May arrest at the Apple Store in Center City.September 11, 2016
Independence Blue Cross launches LIVE community space in Center City
Philadelphia-based health insurer Independence Blue Cross announced last week the official launch of its state-of-the-art Independence LIVE Community Center, an interactive space offering classes and services next to its downtown headquarters.Just In
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- For many cancers, men are more likely to be diagnosed at later stages than women
- West Chester and Cheyney universities among 10 state-owned schools to raise tuition by 4.3%
- Report: Sixers among three teams atop LeBron James' 'hierarchy' of contenders as he takes pitch 'really seriously'
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