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.
December 30, 2015
Business
AT&T to phase out two-year subsidies for smartphone customers
Smartphone customers will soon be out of options to subsidize the purchase of their new phone through a two-year contract with after AT&T announced it will follow a trend started by T-Mobile in 2013 and later replicated by Sprint and Verizon.December 30, 2015
Development
Revitalization of Smith Playground breaks ground
Connor Barwin and the Philadelphia Eagles may not have had such a great year on the field, but the standout linebacker has been delivered for the community in a big way through his Make the World Better Project.December 30, 2015
Investigation
Police: Man killed in shooting in West Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was fatally shot Wednesday afternoon in West Philadelphia.December 27, 2015
CHOP
Girl receives double lung transplant at CHOP for Christmas
A Philadelphia girl diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis received a life-saving gift this Christmas after undergoing a double lung transplant at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.December 27, 2015
Investigation
Mother says group of 10 teens attacked son in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating after a woman claimed her 14-year-old son was viciously attacked Saturday afternoon by a group of 10 to 12 teenagers in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia.December 27, 2015
Wildlife
WATCH: Rare giant squid spotted in Japanese harbor
About three years after another giant squid was spotted and filmed for the first time in 2012, Motherboard reports that a 13-foot-long cephalopod was observed and filmed this week next to a boat's moorings in Toyama Bay, located along Japan's west coast.December 27, 2015
Health Risks
Two lesser-known tick diseases spike in Sussex County
When most people think of the dangers posed by tick bites, Lyme disease is the first condition that comes to mind. The vector-borne illness is particularly concerning because early rash and flu-like symptoms are often misdiagnosed before the disease progresses into a chronic debilitating condition.December 27, 2015
Documentaries
Al Jazeera releases 'Dark Side' doc with PED allegations against Howard, Manning
An incendiary Al Jazeera documentary containing allegations of a doping ring among multiple professional athletes, including Phillies slugger Ryan Howard and Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning, was released online Sunday afternoon after an initial report quickly drew denials from those implicated in the undercover investigation.December 27, 2015
Investigation
More than 500 people swept up in chaotic flash mob at Deptford Mall
Several law enforcement agencies are investigating after a "large disturbance" involving more than 500 people broke out Saturday night at the Deptford Mall.December 27, 2015
Investigation
Police: Man critically wounded in Cobbs Creek shooting
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was critically wounded in a shooting that took place Sunday afternoon in the Cobbs Creek section of Philadelphia.Just In
- LeBron James ruled out for Sixers-Raptors on Thursday
- 30th Street Station's South Concourse reopens as Amtrak readies to unveil new food and retail options
- Openings & Closings: Dick's House of Sport kicks off and a Graduate Hospital fast-casual staple wraps up
- Philly teachers union says it can prevent school closures with $25 million. The district says the cost is 12 times higher
- Philly planted 18,581 trees over past three years, placing it 'on track' to reach goals to grow canopy
- Fantasy football Week 10 start/sit advice
- Glow-in-the-dark Cosmic Baseball is coming to Citizens Bank Park
- Old City will celebrate the holidays with historic home tours on Elfreth's Alley and a car-free Third Street Sip & Stroll
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