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.
April 7, 2016
Investigation
'Zombie Mike,' suspected rapist, could be at large in Pennsylvania
A 29-year-old New York man accused of raping two women, one of whom was wheelchair-bound and mentally challenged, could be at large somewhere in Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. Marshals Service, which is seeking help from the public to locate the suspect.April 7, 2016
Demographics
Philly residents live longest in Old City, Society Hill
Philly residents live longest in Old City, Society HillApril 7, 2016
Politics
WATCH: Bill Clinton snaps on Philly protesters at campaign event
Former President Bill Clinton was in Philadelphia on Thursday to speak in support of his wife's bid for the 2016 Democratic nomination, but things got heated whenApril 7, 2016
NBA
WATCH: Charles Barkley takes stand on LGBT rights
Former Philadelphia 76er and current NBA analyst Charles Barkley has never been afraid to chime in, above and beyond the rim, with nuanced positions covering everything from racial politics to the moral obligations of stardom. This is the man who wrote a New York Times Bestseller called, 'I May Be Wrong but I Doubt It," which traces his upbringing in Alabama to his rise as a premiere NBA athlete.April 6, 2016
Investigation
Officials: Philly police officer in stolen weapons probe dies
A Philadelphia police officer at the center of an investigation into stolen weapons died Wednesday of causes that have yet to be revealed, according to officials.April 6, 2016
Philanthropy
Jefferson receives $20 million gift for CRISP initiative
Thomas Jefferson University announced Wednesday that it has received a $20 million gift from philanthropists Vicki and Jack Farber to support clinical and research programs at Jefferson's neuroscience institute dedicated in the couple's name.April 6, 2016
Temple University
As Temple ramps up off-campus policing, one community leader sees many concerns to be addressed
Temple University announced this week that it will implement a series of new policies to strengthen enforcement of alcohol violations and student behavior in the neighborhoods surrounding its North Philadelphia campus.April 6, 2016
Obituaries
Drexel student mourned after death in Northern Liberties
Family and friends of Michael McGinley, the Drexel student and former Malvern Prep swimming star found dead in Northern Liberties Sunday night, continue to mourn the loss of a dynamic personality who shined as a water polo player in high school and anticipated a promising career in business and marketing.April 6, 2016
Development
Blatstein megaproject still stuck in neutral with CDR
Tower Investments CEO Bart Blatstein met again this week with Philadelphia's Civic Design Review Board to discuss the latest changes to his mixed-use proposal at Broad St. and Washington Ave., but for the second time the advisory group told him the project is in need of further revision.April 3, 2016
Development
Protesters plan 'Day of Action' against Temple's $100 million stadium proposal
A North Philadelphia community group opposed to Temple University's $100 million stadium proposal will hold a "Day of Action" on April 14 to mobilize against the controversial development project.Just In
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