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.
March 20, 2024
Recreation
Tyler Arboretum to reopen miles of trails that were closed due to invasive beetle
Tyler Arboretum will reopen 11.5 miles of trails that were closed last year due to an infestation of the invasive emerald ash borer, a beetle that destroys ash trees. Hundreds of trees have been removed in recent months because they were damaged by the insects and became a public hazard. The first section of shuttered trails will reopen to the public on April 7. A total of 17 miles of trails had been closed.March 19, 2024
Investigations
Fourth suspect arrested in Northeast Philly bus stop shooting
U.S. Marshals have arrested 17-year-old Asir Boon, the fourth suspect wanted for the March 6 shooting of eight teenagers at a SEPTA bus stop in Northeast Philadelphia. Boone was taken into custody in Alexandria, Virginia on Tuesday morning, authorities said. Three others — Jamaal Tucker, Ahnile Buggs and Jermahd Carter — had already been arrested and charged.March 19, 2024
Celebrities
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts pays for funeral of Texas football player killed in shooting
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts paid for the funeral of 18-year-old Jarvin Coles, the Texas high school football player who was fatally shot while attending a party in Humble, outside Houston, on March 10. Coles attended North Shore High School, which is a rival of Channelview High School, where Hurts' father has coached for nearly two decades.March 18, 2024
Business
The Grape Room, longtime music venue and bar in Manayunk, abruptly closes
The Grape Room, a long-running bar and music venue in Manayunk, announced that it has closed. The history of the independent venue, which includes multiple owners, goes back to the late 1980s. A favorite spot for local bands and open mic nights, The Grape Room hosted shows from notable musicians including Amos Lee, Dispatch and The Lumineers over the years.March 18, 2024
Investigations
Child's remains found in duffel bag behind West Philly property, police say
The remains of a child were found inside a duffel bag on a property in the Mantua neighborhood of West Philadelphia on Monday morning, police said. The bag was discovered by a man who was doing work on the property, authorities said. The remains were severely decomposed. An investigation is underway.March 18, 2024
Courts
CNN's Jake Tapper helps raise money for Philly man wrongfully convicted in 2011 shooting
C.J. Rice, a Philadelphia man who was wrongfully convicted of a 2011 shooting, will not be retried in the case that put him in prison for more than a decade. Rice was exonerated Monday. The case garnered national attention when CNN anchor Jake Tapper and his father, a doctor in Philadelphia, became vocal advocates on behalf of Rice's appeals. Dream.org now has a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for Rice.March 15, 2024
Wildlife
Bald eagle rescued outside Ocean City home and sent to Delaware wildlife rehab
A bald eagle was rescued outside a beachfront home in northern Ocean City on Monday afternoon. Video shows New Jersey Fish & Wildlife officers carefully capture the male eagle, who appeared to be disoriented. The bird was taken to the Tri-State Bird Rescue in Delaware to be treated for possible injuries.March 15, 2024
Music
Tierra Whack describes being alone with her dark thoughts and how those colored her new album
Tierra Whack's new album, 'World Wide Whack,' examines her struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts as she dealt with the pressure of life as a public figure. Whack, 28, talked about her mental health during an interview this week with music critic Anthony Fantano of 'The Needle Drop.'March 15, 2024
Entertainment
Netflix House, a restaurant and event space, could open at King of Prussia Mall
Netflix is pursuing plans to open one of its first Netflix House venues at the King of Prussia Mall. The streaming company has submitted an application in Upper Merion Township to take over the space of the former Lord & Taylor store on the mall property. Netflix revealed last year that it hopes to develop a new concept that includes a restaurant, retail store and multipurpose space for fans to attend events centered on the platform's hit shows like "Stranger Things" and "Bridgerton."March 14, 2024
Investigations
Bar dispute led to fatal shootings at Fairmount Park last month, police say
Thurston Cooper and Krystina Chambers, who were shot to death near Mount Pleasant Mansion in Fairmount Park on Feb. 29, 2024, were involved in a bar dispute earlier that night with the two people charged in their deaths, Philadelphia police said Thursday. Lamar Young and Dale Johnson have been charged with murder, conspiracy and related offenses.Just In
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