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

March 11, 2024

Investigations

Two 18-year-olds charged with SEPTA bus stop shooting that injured 8 Northeast High students

by Michael Tanenbaum

Two suspects connected to the mass shooting that wounded eight Northeast High School students on Wednesday, March 6, have been arrested by Philadelphia police. They were identified Monday as Jamaal Tucker and Ahnile Buggs, both 18 years old. The shooting took place at a SEPTA bus stop near Cottman and Rising Sun avenues in the Burholme neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia. Two other suspects remain at large.

March 8, 2024

Investigations

Sports betting watchdog flags Temple basketball game for unusual wagering

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Temple men's basketball team's game against UAB on Thursday night was flagged for unusual wagering activity by sports gambling watchdog U.S. Integrity. The Owls were crushed by UAB at home after the betting line moved significantly during the day. A Temple official said the university is reviewing the reports.

March 8, 2024

Investigations

Video shows man wanted for Tuesday's fatal shooting on SEPTA bus in South Philly, police say

by Michael Tanenbaum

Police released surveillance video from Tuesday's fatal shooting on a SEPTA bus near Broad Street and Snyder Avenue in South Philadelphia. It shows the suspect shooting Carmelo Drayton, 37, after a dispute on the Route 79 bus. It was one of four shootings involving SEPTa buses this week, but investigators say it wasn't connected to the others. The suspect fled on the Broad Street Line, police say.

March 8, 2024

Investigations

Chess star from Philly who alleged sexual assault will have claims heard by game's governing body

by Michael Tanenbaum

Prominent U.S. chess player and Philly native Jennifer Shahade sent shockwaves through the chess world last year when she went public with allegations that she had been sexually assaulted by one of the game's biggest stars, Alejandro Ramirez, on two occasions a decade ago. . This week, she pursued legal action against the game's U.S. governing body.

March 8, 2024

Investigations

New Jersey man charged with buying hundreds of Elon Musk's Starlink terminals using stolen credit cards

by Michael Tanenbaum

A New Jersey man was allegedly obtained hundreds of SpaceX Starlink terminals using stolen cred, which are now the subject of a Congressional investigation into Russia's alleged misuse of the satellite-based internet tech in the war in Ukraine. Kelvin Rodriguez-Moya, 35, of Newark, is accused of fraudulently obtaining 675 Starlink terminals — worth approximately $400,000 — for resale.

March 7, 2024

Food & Drink

Campbell's is holding a giveaway for collectible Jason Kelce soup cans

by Michael Tanenbaum

Campbell Soup Company made a limited-edition Jason Kelce can of chicken noodle soup that will be available as part of a giveaway to fans. The Eagles legend's retirement prompted the Camden-based company to make Kelce the Chunky brand's first 'Legend Edition' athlete. Only 620 of the green cans will be available in the giveaway.

March 6, 2024

Social Media

Eagles athletic trainer battling cancer taped Jason Kelce's ankles for his retirement speech

by Michael Tanenbaum

Eagles athletic trainer Joe O'Pella, who has battled cancer over the last year, said Jason Kelce invited him to tape his ankles one last time before Kelce gave his retirement speech at a news conference Monday. O'Pella had missed the ritual while undergoing treatment last season. Kelce and his brother, Travis, talked about that and other topics during Wednesday's episode of the 'New Heights' podcast.

March 6, 2024

Investigations

8 teens injured in shooting at SEPTA bus stop in Northeast Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

At least eight teenagers, all students at Northeast High School, were injured Wednesday when a group of gunmen fired more than 30 shots at a SEPTA bus stop in Burholme, police said. The shooting happened around 3 p.m. at the intersection of Rising Sun and Cottman avenues. Police released surveillance video on Wednesday night and are searching for multiple suspects. No arrests have been made.

March 5, 2024

Crime

Philly D.A.'s Office to reform advisory group that helps crime victims

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is reconvening the Crime Victims Advisory Committee that offers peer support and other services to people impacted by violent crime in the city. The CVAC was originally formed in 2018, but disbanded during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also advises the D.A.'s Office on the best ways to support crime victims and witnesses.

March 5, 2024

Investigations

Police search Pinelands for missing person, 32, whose car was found near canoe landing

by Michael Tanenbaum

New Jersey State Police are searching the Mullica River for 32-year-old Elliot Gamiel, who was reported missing on Saturday, March 2. His car was found near the Mullica River Canoe Landing in Batsto and had personal belongings inside, police said.