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.
October 2, 2015
Survivors
Heroic Army vet Chris Mintz survives confrontation with Oregon shooter
One day after the deadly rampage at Oregon's Umpqua Community College, an Army veteran who confronted the gunman is in stable condition after sustaining seven gunshot wounds.October 2, 2015
Investigation
Philadelphia police seek suspect in sexual assault, robbery of Temple student
Philadelphia police are seeking assistance from the public in locating a suspect wanted in connection with the sexual assault and armed robbery of a female Temple University student in the 22nd District in late September.October 2, 2015
Courts
Former Eagle Irving Fryar sentenced to five years in prison
Former NFL wide receiver and ex-Eagle Irving Fryer was sentenced Friday to five years in state prison for his involvement in a home mortgage scheme in New Jersey.October 2, 2015
Investigation
Man shot, critically wounded during attempted robbery in North Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was shot during an attempted robbery by two suspects in North Philadelphia.October 2, 2015
Technology
Elio Motors crowdfunds 3-wheel, 84 MPG vehicle
A 3-wheel hybrid between a car and a motorcycle is another step closer to production after Louisiana-based Elio Motors raised $37 million through a provision of the JOBS act allowing companies to crowdfund from anyone in return for a stake.October 1, 2015
Education
Philadelphia School District proposes massive restructuring plan
The School District of Philadelphia unveiled a broad set of proposals Thursday that would impact 5,000 students and about 15 schools if approved by the Philadelphia School Reform Commission.October 1, 2015
Arrests
Philadelphia 'Purse Man' charged with trafficking in counterfeit goods
A Philadelphia man known for selling designer purses and sneakers in the Germantown section of the city has been charged with trafficking in counterfeits, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.October 1, 2015
Indictment
Philadelphia man indicted in alleged social media fraud scheme
A Philadelphia man was indicted Thursday for an alleged fraud scheme involving bad checks and solicitation on social media, federal prosecutors announced.October 1, 2015
Courts
Deptford police officer found guilty of murdering friend
A police officer from southern New Jersey was found guilty of murder Thursday in the shooting death of his friend in January 2013.September 30, 2015
Arrests
Suspect arrested, charged in Gayborhood arson
Philadelphia police have arrested a suspect in connection to a destructive Gayborhood fire earlier in September that was ruled by authorities to be an arson.Just In
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