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

January 20, 2016

Police

Philly police spoof Drake's 'Hotline Bling' in #NoSavesies warning

by Michael Tanenbaum

As Philadelphia braces for what could be a "crippling" snowstorm beginning Friday night and running through the weekend, the Philadelphia Police Department have revisited their strategy of referencing popular culture on social media in order to let residents know about important issues.

January 20, 2016

Courts

N.J. 'lingerie cop' reinstated despite township opposition

by Michael Tanenbaum

A police officer in Edison, New Jersey who lost his job after persuading a woman to model Victoria's Secret lingerie for him while on duty will be permitted return to the force, a Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday over protests from town officials.

January 20, 2016

Indictment

Five scientists indicted in alleged theft of GlaxoSmithKline trade secrets

by Michael Tanenbaum

Five scientists accused of conspiring to steal biopharmaceutical secrets from GlaxoSmithKline are facing multiple charges in connection to a scheme that ran from January 2012-January 2016, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Philadelphia announced.

January 20, 2016

Charges

Montco woman charged in overdose death of daughter, 2

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Montgomery County woman whose two-year-old daughter died after accidentally ingesting prescription drugs last July has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and related charges, District Attorney Kevin Steele and Upper Merion Police Chief Thomas Nolan announced Wednesday.

January 17, 2016

Teens

Youth issues in focus for inaugural Pennsylvania Teen Health Week

by Michael Tanenbaum

Life as a teenager can be every bit as complicated as it is thrilling. Gaining greater autonomy and learning how to navigate difficult situations with friends, family and the community at large are integral parts of the adolescent experience. Despite the headstrong rush toward independence, sSometimes a little bit of thoughtful guidance goes a long way toward shaping healthy and happy adults.

January 17, 2016

Commercials

On 94th birthday, Betty White stars in comically accurate NFL commercial

by Michael Tanenbaum

One of the great golden rules in life is to appreciate the wisdom of our elders, and who better to represent this proverb than Golden Girl Betty White, who celebrates her 94th birthday on Sunday.

January 17, 2016

Accidents

Police: Man killed after crashing stolen car in Logan Township

by Michael Tanenbaum

A man driving a stolen car in South Jersey died early Sunday morning after the car was reported missing from Swedesboro, according to officials.

January 17, 2016

NFL

Jeremy Maclin says Doug Pederson will do 'great things' for Eagles

by Michael Tanenbaum

The response to the Philadelphia Eagles hiring of Doug Pederson as the team's next head coach drew decidedly mixed reactions from fans and experts, but former Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin thinks his offensive coordinator has the ingredients to bring success to the organization in the wake of Chip Kelly's departure.

January 16, 2016

Arrests

Philadelphia police make arrest in Port Richmond murder on Thanksgiving

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Police Department announced Saturday that an arrest has been made in connection to the murder of 21-year-old Ryan Kelly at the Samuels Playground in Port Richmond on Thanksgiving.

January 16, 2016

Wildlife

N.J. bald eagle population shows promising growth in new report

by Michael Tanenbaum

A new report from the nonprofit Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey shows that the state's bald eagle population has made significant progress in its recovery from a stark decline that left the species on the brink in the early 1980's.