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.
July 31, 2016
Vandalism
Wilmington church responds to vandal cutting 'Black' from Black Lives Matter sign
Members of the First Unitarian Church of Wilmington expressed their disappointment Sunday morning after a vandal cut the word "Black" off of a Black Lives Matter banner on the grounds of the church.July 28, 2016
Infrastructure
Camden receives $16.2 million federal transportation grant
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
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 28, 2016
Housing
Philly gets dreadful rank among best, worst U.S. cities for renters
Philadelphia renters face a market with more unfavorable conditions than the vast majority of American cities, according to a new WalletHub report that ranks the best and worst places to rent in the United States in 2016.July 28, 2016
DNC2016
Video: Black Lives Matter organizer tells white people to 'get to the back'
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 27, 2016
Development
Point Breeze grocery store proposal frozen by neighbors
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
Politics
Trump disses Christie in flub, calls Kaine former N.J. governor
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
Entertainment
WATCH: Trailer for M. Knight Shyamalan's 'Split'
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
Lucky for us in Philadelphia, some kids with the local nonprofit Fresh Artists have created an online "Memory" game that requires matches on colorfulJuly 26, 2016
DNC2016
Conventioneers whine on Twitter about DNC in Philadelphia
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.Just In
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- Former Bucks County home of judge in Abscam case is listed for $5.85 million
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- Temple medical school to open branch campus in Atlantic City
- Joel Embiid probable for Sixers-Celtics on Thursday; full injury reports ahead of Game 6
- Eagles way-too-early 53-man roster projection
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