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.
April 23, 2026
Lifetsyle
Rare Kobe Bryant card sells for $3.15 million, topping recent records
A 1997 Kobe Bryant sports card — one of only 10 in existence — was sold for $3.15 million to collectibles marketplace Alt. The sale set the record for the priciest solo Kobe Bryant card, surpassing the previous high of $2.4 million.April 23, 2026
Investigations
New Jersey man charged with operating 80 illegal marijuana vending machines
Ben Gross, 40, of Toms River, and three others have been charged with illegally operating marijuana vending machine business Barbwire at 80 unlicensed locations in the state. The company allegedly earned up to $20,000 a day on sales.April 22, 2026
Transportation
Why traffic for Flyers and Sixers playoff games will be even worse than usual
Fans traveling to the Sports Complex in South Philly for Flyers and Sixers playoff games are advised to leave more time due to the closure of two Interstate 95 ramps near Packer Avenue. Detours will be in effect until May 21.April 21, 2026
Education
Haverford High School's Leon Smith named National Teacher of the Year
Haverford High School history teacher Leon Smith was named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. Smith has taught in Delaware County for more than 20 years and also coaches basketball.April 21, 2026
Recreation
Philly's MLB All-Star Game schedule includes fan festival and new 3-on-3 competition
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia will have a packed schedule of events running from July 10-14. In addition to the Home Run Derby and Midsummer Classic, there will be a fan festival and a new 3-on-3 competition.April 20, 2026
Business
Evil Genius Beer Co. acquires national brand 21st Amendment Brewery
Evil Genius Beer Co. has purchased San Francisco's 21st Amendment Brewery in a deal that will bring Hell or High Watermelon wheat and Brew Free! Or Die IPA back to store shelves after 21A ceased operations in November.April 20, 2026
Business
Who's John Ternus, the Penn graduate named next CEO of Apple?
John Ternus, a University of Pennsylvania graduate, will become Apple's next CEO in September. He has been with the company since 2001, long serving as head of hardware engineering, and will succeed Tim Cook, who's led since 2011.April 20, 2026
Women's Health
Pa. court strikes down state ban on using Medicaid for abortions
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled Monday that the state can't ban Medicaid coverage for abortions. The court's majority determined the existing policy violates women's constitutional right to reproductive autonomy.April 20, 2026
Business
Battle Royale, a new microbrewery and arcade, to open in Delco this summer
Battle Royale will bring a brewery and arcade to Springfield, Delaware County, this summer. The space will have eight pinball machines, a wide range of video game consoles and several beers on tap. They'll also serve hard seltzers.April 17, 2026
Lawsuits
How to file a payout claim in Comcast's $117.5 million data breach settlement
Comcast customers can file claims to receive payouts as part of the company's $117.5 million settlement resolving a lawsuit over a data breach in October 2023. An estimated 30 million people are eligible for compensation.Just In
- Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley star in Phillies All-Star Game hype video
- Uber is offering free rides to older adults in West and Southwest Philly
- Philadelphia's underrated role in the '80s rock music scene will be the subject of an upcoming documentary
- Should Don Mattingly have 'interim' removed from his title?
- MLB All-Star events and celebrations for Ben Franklin Bridge's 100th birthday to cause road closures around city
- E-bikes are causing more brain injuries. Wearing the right helmet can make a big difference, Jefferson specialist says
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