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.
August 8, 2015
Crime
Police: 1 man killed, 2 injured in North Philadelphia shooting
Philadelphia police are investigating after a triple shooting left one man dead and two others injured in North Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon.August 8, 2015
Police
Deptford man takes his own life after lengthy police standoff
A lengthy police standoff in Deptford ended with a man committing suicide after barricading himself inside his home on Saturday afternoon, the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office said on Sunday.August 8, 2015
Crime
New Jersey dad stabbed after intervening in fight involving son
A New Jersey man was stabbed in the stomach Saturday after intervening in a fight between his son and three other teenage boys, authorities said.August 8, 2015
Politics
Donald Trump splits with top strategist Roger Stone
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's latest controversial remarks appear to have cost him the allegiance and support of his top campaign strategist, Roger Stone, as mounting criticism further alienates him from mainstream conservatives.August 7, 2015
Planes
American Airlines plane makes emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport
An engine fire on an American Airlines passenger plane forced an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Friday night, officials said.August 7, 2015
Papal Visit
Local universities announce canceled classes for papal visit
With the World Meeting of Families 2015 quickly approaching, the city of Philadelphia is still working out the logistical details that will help make Pope Francis' visit on September 26-27 go as smoothly as possible for everyone involved and affected.August 7, 2015
Beauty
Cosmetics maker Sephora testing out $10 subscription boxes
Cosmetics chain Sephora is gearing up to launch a test run of a subscription-based service that will send collections of its products to the doorsteps of customers for a monthly fee of $10.August 7, 2015
Snacks
Tastykake launches new line of Mini Cupcakes
Philadelphia's favorite pastry maker, Tastykake, is expanding its delicious roster of treats with a brand new line of Mini Cupcakes that will make you think twice before you reflexively yoink a packet of Butterscotch Krimpets next time you're at the supermarket.August 7, 2015
Crime
Former Eagle Irving Fryar convicted in N.J. mortgage scam
Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Irving Fryar has been found guilty of a mortgage scam in New Jersey and could now face up to 10 years in prison.August 7, 2015
Telecom
Verizon drops annual contracts, unveils new rate plans
Telecom giant Verizon announced Friday that it will ditch its two-year cell phone service contracts in favor of a new plan that allows customers to choose from a range of tiered data packages that are priced according to usage across multiple devices.Just In
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