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 30, 2016

Rescues

Human chain saves Pa. truck driver from falling off cliff

by Michael Tanenbaum

In the week since Winter Storm Jonas wreaked havoc on the eastern United States, dropping nearly two feet of snow in many parts of Pennsylvania, countless reports of both humor and tragedy have captured the attention of those who bore the brunt of the blizzard.

January 30, 2016

Crime

Drexel study: Paramedics face higher risk of assault than firefighters

by Michael Tanenbaum

Ambulance workers and firefighters make up two of the most admirable and challenging professions that serve the spontaneous needs of the public, but in addition to the inherent dangers of their jobs, there are also related crime risks that often go overlooked in discussions about their service to the community.

January 30, 2016

Politicians

Ten N.J. legislators scrutinized for unsanctioned Cuba trip

by Michael Tanenbaum

Ten New Jersey lawmakers have fallen under scrutiny from some in the state's Cuban exile community after taking an unsanctioned trip to Havana this week to explore opportunities created by President Obama's diplomatic rapprochement with President Raúl Castro.

January 30, 2016

Entertainment

Louis C.K. debuts new online series with Steve Buscemi

by Michael Tanenbaum

Louis C.K., the man widely considered to be at the pinnacle of American comedy, officially debuted an exclusively online series co-starring Steve Buscemi that will, by the looks of it, examine the life of a fictional bar (maybe Louie's spin on 'It's Always Sunny...' or 'Cheers'?).

January 30, 2016

Arrests

After chase, man arrested in armed robbery of Pet Valu in Jenkintown

by Michael Tanenbaum

A man who allegedly robbed a Pet Valu store in Jenkintown at gunpoint Friday night was arrested by an Abington Township police officer who chased him down following a report from a store employee.

January 29, 2016

Education

Curtis Institute of Music ranked most selective college in U.S.

by Michael Tanenbaum

According to StartClass, a higher education research organization, the most selective college in the United States is Philadelphia's Curtis Institute of Music, located on Locust Street just around the corner from Rittenhouse Square.

January 29, 2016

Transportation

PennDOT to consider statewide expansion of 70 mph zones

by Michael Tanenbaum

Transportation officials in Pennsylvania are analyzing statewide accident statistics and driver behavior to evaluate the possibility of expanding 70 mph zones to new locations along the state's 1,900 miles of interstate and 550 miles of turnpike.

January 29, 2016

iPhones

Beatboxing iPhone owners find amusing use for Siri

by Michael Tanenbaum

Many iPhone users rely on Siri to safely send text messages on the road, create reminders and perform complex calculations. Others ignore her until one of those terrifying butt dial scenarios breaks the silence with an unanticipated question.

January 29, 2016

Crashes

Truck crashes, catches fire on I-476 SB near Broomall

by Michael Tanenbaum

Authorities responded to a truck crash Friday afternoon on I-476 southbound near Broomall that shut down all but one lane along the shoulder, officials said.

January 29, 2016

Investigation

Pennridge bus driver charged with sexual assault of two special needs students

by Michael Tanenbaum

Authorities in Montgomery County announced on Friday the arrest of a Pennridge School District bus driver who allegedly had inappropriate contact with two special needs students over a six-year period.