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.
November 8, 2015
Traffic
Traffic alert: I-676, Vine St. Expressway closures continue this week
For another week, I-676 will be closed overnight from Monday through Thursday night as repairs are made to structurally deficient bridges over the expressway.November 8, 2015
Development
Philadelphia Land Bank sets targets for thousands of vacant lots
Philadelphia's burgeoning Land Bank achieved an important step this week after a coalition of advocates set clear targets for transferring thousands of vacant, city-owned properties for productive redevelopment.November 8, 2015
Videos
Big hits on Cowboys in Eagles' 'Lay the Hammer Down' video
As the Eagles seek revenge in their second bout against the Cowboys, the team has summarized its philosophy about the matchup very succinctly: "In life and in football, you're either the nail or the hammer."November 7, 2015
Courts
'Serial' protagonist Adnan Syed gains ground in appeal of 1999 murder
The man at the center of the Peabody Award-winning podcast 'Serial' sealed an encouraging legal victory Friday after a Baltimore judge granted his motion to re-open his case and admit evidence supporting his alibi in the 1999 death of his girlfriend Hae Min Lee.November 7, 2015
Science
White House prepping strategy against catastrophic $2 trillion weather event
Last week, the White House's National Science and Technology Council published a strategic plan to monitor the risk of a solar flare that would wipe out critical infrastructure including telecommunications systems, railways, gas and oil pipelines, satellites, and spacecraft,November 7, 2015
Prisons
Pennsylvania awarded $1M federal grant for prison education system
Inmates serving time in Pennsylvania prisons will soon have a bevy of new educational opportunities after the state announced it has been awarded a $1 million federal grant to reduce recidivism rates and facilitate reentry into the workforce.November 7, 2015
GoFundMe
WIP host Innes raises thousands on GoFundMe for Dallas women's shelter
94 WIP afternoon host Josh Innes launched a GoFundMe page to raise money for Genesis Women's Shelter in Dallas.November 7, 2015
Health News
N.J. office workers suspended without pay for refusing flu shots
Three employees of a social services agency in Burlington Township have been suspended from their jobs without pay after refusing to take flu shots or wear surgical masks, both in violation of their company's new flu prevention protocols.November 7, 2015
Accidents
Car slams into sidewalk, killing pedestrian near North Philadelphia bank
A North Philadelphia woman was fatally struck by a car Saturday morning after the driver of a sedan rammed over a curb outside the PNC Bank at Broad Street and Allegheny Avenue, officials said.November 7, 2015
Investigation
Police: Man hospitalized after Wissinoming stabbing
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was stabbed Friday afternoon in the Wissinoming section of the city.Just In
- Report: Eagles are waiving Hollywood Brown
- Michael Wilbon says he ignored warning signs about his health. The ESPN host's story should be a wake-up call for others
- Academy of Natural Sciences museum closure prompts bill to fund Philly arts and cultural institutions
- City Council says it will investigate, but not eliminate, embattled sheriff's office
- 30th Street Station's South Concourse reopens as Amtrak readies to unveil new food and retail options
- 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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