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 16, 2016

Investigation

Police investigate after man shot in head in North Philadelphia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was shot in the head Saturday afternoon in North Philadelphia.

January 16, 2016

Police: Missing N.J. woman found in submerged vehicle in Passaic River

by Michael Tanenbaum

Authorities in Bergen County, New Jersey, have located the body and vehicle of a 22-year-old woman who went missing Thursday night before her car eventually became submerged in the Passaic River.

January 15, 2016

Bill Cosby

Report: Cosby case in jeopardy over e-mail from former Montco DA

by Michael Tanenbaum

The developing case against embattled actor Bill Cosby may be in danger of falling apart after an e-mail sent by former Montgomery County District Attorney

January 15, 2016

Wildlife

'Squirrel mom' from New Jersey decries charges for nursing furry orphans

by Michael Tanenbaum

A New Jersey woman who welcomed a family of squirrels into her home in Howell says "it doesn't make sense" that she should be charged and fined for rescuing the animals from their probable death in the wild.

January 15, 2016

Lifestyle

Maps compare size of massive Fairmount Park to Central Park, Grand Canyon, etc.

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia is lucky to have an outdoor recreational space as sprawling and comprehensive as the Fairmount Park system, whose 6.4 square miles and 4,100 acres includes museums, trails, The Mann Center, playgrounds, and an unlimited supply of natural beauty.

January 15, 2016

Arrests

Montco man facing child pornography charges after detective acts on tip

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Montgomery County man is facing felony charges related to internet child pornography after a county detective acted on an incriminating tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

January 15, 2016

Investigation

Police: Man posing as inspector tells residents Philly will demolish their properties

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections and the 22nd Police District have issued a public notice warning of a man who has been approaching city residents and claiming that their properties are going to be demolished by the city.

January 15, 2016

Investigation

Police: Construction worker dies after falling into Delaware River

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police are investigating to determine what caused a construction worker to fatally fall into the Delaware River Thursday night after briefly disappearing from a job site at Pier 78.

January 14, 2016

CHOP

CHOP study finds kidney stones on the rise among U.S. youth

by Michael Tanenbaum

A new study led by researchers from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia reports an alarming rise in the incidence of kidney stones among American youth, specifically females and African-Americans, in a trend that breaks with the historical pattern of high risk among middle-aged white men.

January 14, 2016

Entertainment

'Harry Potter' cast posts moving tributes to late Alan Rickman

by Michael Tanenbaum

Legendary British actor Alan Rickman, whose versatility and inspiring presence earned him a range of defining roles, died Thursday at the age of 69 after a battle with cancer. As Professor Snape, the multigenerational star became an icon among the hardcore fanbase of the Harry Potter franchise and, fittingly, castmate Daniel Radcliffe took a moment to reflect on Rickman's kindness and commitment to supporting his growth as an actor.