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

November 28, 2015

Environment

Bill Gates to lead historic, multibillion dollar clean energy partnership

by Michael Tanenbaum

Microsoft co-founder and global philanthropist Bill Gates will unveil a multibillion-dollar clean energy partnership Monday that is expected to be one of the largest in history, with a focus on researching and deploying new sources of carbon-free energy.

November 25, 2015

Investigation

Mass. man wanted in alleged revenge killing of South Jersey woman

by Michael Tanenbaum

Authorities in Massachusetts have identified a person of interest in the killing of a South Jersey woman who was found gagged, bound and burned earlier this month in Bridgewater.

November 25, 2015

Restaurants

Geno's, Saxbys added to list of SugarHouse Casino tenants

by Michael Tanenbaum

The experience at Fishtown's SugarHouse Casino is in for several major enhancements as the details of a $164 million expansion continue to come into focus.

November 25, 2015

Insects

CDC: Deadly 'kissing bug' sighted in Pa., N.J.

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning that a dangerous insect with the ability to transmit a potentially deadly disease has been spotted in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, among locations in the United States.

November 25, 2015

Accidents

One dead, several injured in Montgomery County crash

by Michael Tanenbaum

Officials in Montgomery County say one person was killed and several others injured in a multi-car crash Wednesday afternoon in Franconia.

November 25, 2015

Chris Christie

Chris Christie pardons reformed Philadelphia man convicted as addict in 1972

by Michael Tanenbaum

New Jersey Governer and U.S. presidential candidate Chris Christie announced Wednesday that he has pardoned a Philadelphia man who "reclaimed his life from addiction" after he was convicted more than four decades ago on drug-related charges.

November 25, 2015

Marathons

Teen mistakenly runs full marathon at Philadelphia half marathon

by Michael Tanenbaum

Last Sunday, thousands of people from across the United States took part in the 22nd annual Philadelphia Marathon, a joyous event that offered options for both intermediate and advanced runners.

November 25, 2015

Accidents

Stolen car bursts into flames after crashing near I-76 in Philadelphia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police are investigating after a stolen vehicle crashed near I-76 and burst into flames Wednesday evening.

November 22, 2015

Health News

Is scurvy, an 18th century seafarers' disease, making a comeback?

by Michael Tanenbaum

In the United States, the prevalence of nutrient deficiencies is pretty stark: nine out of 10 Americans fell short of key nutrients in their diet in a 2011 study for the National Milk Mustache Campaign.

November 22, 2015

Investigation

One man killed, one critically injured in North Philadelphia shootings

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police are investigating after one man was killed and a second man was critically injured in a shooting early Sunday morning in North Philadelphia.