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 25, 2015
Restaurants
Fishtown taco joint Heffe open for business
Northern Liberties has its fair share of Mexican restaurants for locals and visitors to get their fill of tacos, but options in neighboring Fishtown have been a little more sparse.October 25, 2015
Investigation
Police locate vehicle, suspect in West Goshen hit-and-run
West Goshen Police have located the striking vehicle and identified the driver in a hit-and-run incident that occurred Sunday afternoon, seriously injuring a Philadelphia man.October 25, 2015
Environment
Philadelphia Water takes on bottle litter with fountain kiosks
As part of the annual Head of the Schuylkill Regatta, Philadelphia Water unveiled a new network of water-filling stations aimed at reducing the city's carbon footprint and cutting down the amount of bottle litter strewn across its nationally acclaimed trails.October 25, 2015
Investigation
Mother, son dead in murder-suicide at Voorhees assisted living facility
Police have confirmed two people are dead after a shooting at an assisted living facility in Camden County Sunday night.October 25, 2015
NBA
WATCH: Nets rookie, a Chester native, surprises mom with new home
NBA rookie Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, a native of Chester, Pennsylvania, raised some eyebrows earlier this year when he spoke about how the astronomical cost of rent in New York City is too steep even by the standards of professional athletes (his salary is $1.3 million).October 25, 2015
Health News
Report: Antipsychotic drug rates high among Pa. juvenile offenders
A new report on the findings of a multi-year investigation reveals that Pennsylvania's juvenile justice system is prescribing antipsychotic drugs to teens at strikingly high rates that could expose them to serious health risks.October 25, 2015
Investigation
Police: Man stabbed near Philadelphia City Hall
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was stabbed in the neck near City Hall in Center City Sunday morning.October 24, 2015
Music
David Bowie plans January release for new album 'Blackstar'
Legendary English rocker David Bowie is slated to release another signature, space-themed album in the coming months, but this time he's taking a decidedly jazzy turn.October 24, 2015
Threats
N.J. candidate Chintall receives death threat carried by arrow
Police in West Deptford, New Jersey, are investigating after former mayor and current township committee candidate Ray Chintall received a death threat this week in the form of an arrow containing a hostile message.October 24, 2015
SEPTA
SEPTA approves two new sustainability projects
In an effort to cut energy consumption and improve the resilience of its facilities, the board of SEPTA approved two new sustainability projects Friday that will be completed over the next two years.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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