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

October 14, 2025

Government

Philly airport won't display Kristi Noem's DHS video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia International Airport is among a growing list of airports that will not show travelers a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

October 13, 2025

Transportation

At 30th Street Station, deep cleaning is the 'true artisan work' of a $550 million renovation

by Michael Tanenbaum

The $550 million renovation at 30th Street Station is still a couple years away from completion. The slow-going project aims to modernize the hub with new retail and restaurants while maintaining the historic look of the building.

October 12, 2025

'Task' Episode 6 recap: Worlds collide and masks come off in Delco crime drama

by Michael Tanenbaum

Episode 6 of HBO's 'Task' hits a frenzied peak of action as the FBI and the Dark Hearts converge on Robbie Prendergrast for a blowout in the Poconos. Robbie arrived with a plan, but things go awry in a hail of gunfire.

October 10, 2025

Shopping

Take a peek inside World of Flight, Nike's new Jordan Brand store in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

Nike's Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia opens Friday at 1617 Walnut St. The shop is the first of its kind in the U.S., paying homage to NBA legend Michael Jordan and brand athletes including Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.

October 10, 2025

Media

Philly's Power 99 to start airing syndicated talk show 'The Breakfast Club'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia hip-hop and R&B station Power 99 is transitioning away from its long-running morning show to start broadcasting the syndicated New York radio show 'The Breakfast Club.'

October 9, 2025

Investigations

Jenkintown fortune tellers charged with stealing more than $600,000 from 2 customers

by Michael Tanenbaum

A pair of fortune tellers at a psychic shop in Jenkintown are charged with stealing more than $600,000 from two customers who told police they were given spiritual advice that exploited their trust. Gina Marks, 52, and Steve Niklas, 40, were arrested Tuesday in connection with the alleged scheme at Jenkintown Psychic Visions.

October 8, 2025

Investigations

Man charged with assaulting a USPS worker who was delivering mail in Northeast Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Fabian Colon, 25, faces multiple charges for allegedly assaulting a USPS worker in Northeast Philadelphia on Saturday, Oct. 4. Colon allegedly attacked the mail carrier after she did not move her USPS truck that was blocking the road.

October 8, 2025

Business

Alex's Pizza is expanding to Jersey Shore, bringing another swirl pie to Ocean City Boardwalk

by Michael Tanenbaum

Alex's Pizza in Roxborough will open a location on the Ocean City Boardwalk next year. The shop in Philadelphia has been around since 1961 and is known for its thin crust pies that have a red swirl of sauce.

October 7, 2025

Development

Second phase of Piazza Alta development to add 431 apartments in Northern Liberties

by Michael Tanenbaum

Developer Post Brothers has secured financing to begin construction on two new buildings that will add 431 apartments to the Piazza Alta complex in Northern Liberties.

October 7, 2025

Business

Kwik Trip dethrones Wawa in customer ranking of U.S. convenience stores

by Michael Tanenbaum

In a national survey of consumers, Kwik Trip was rated the top convenience store chain in the United States. Pennsylvania rivals Wawa and Sheetz tied for second place. Wawa got the top spot in last year's survey by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.