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

February 21, 2024

Development

Camden looks to add waterfront concession stand serving food and alcohol

by Michael Tanenbaum

Camden is seeking to open a new concession stand selling food and alcohol on the Delaware River waterfront, according to a request for proposals issued by the county. The stand could be located near the headquarters of American Water, which is on Water Street between Cooper and Penn streets.

February 21, 2024

Food & Drink

Taco Bell to sell new Choco Taco-inspired dessert, reviving the ice cream treat invented in Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Taco Bell is planning to debut a new version of the Choco Taco, the frozen dessert that was discontinued by Klondike in 2022. The fast food chain announced it will be partnering with ice cream company Salt & Straw, which has a taco-style treat that blends sweet and spicy flavors. The new "Ice Cream Chocolate Tacos" will be sold at Taco Bell stores this summer and online for nationwide shipping.

February 19, 2024

Investigations

Bucks County man allegedly killed his ex-girlfriend in front of police – and then tried to escape, prosecutors say

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Bucks County man has been charged with homicide after he allegedly stabbed his ex-girlfriend to death in Lower Makefield on Feb. 16, authorities said. Trevor Weigel, 23, was arrested after fleeing the scene where he allegedly stabbed Jaden Battista, 19, in front of a police officer outside her home.

February 19, 2024

Addiction

More fatal overdoses now caused by smoking drugs than injecting them, CDC says

by Michael Tanenbaum

The number overdose deaths caused by smoking drugs has risen rapidly in the U.S. in recent years, overtaking injection as the leading cause of fatal overdoses, a new CDC reports states. The sharpest rise in smoking-related overdose deaths is found in the Northeast.

February 19, 2024

Recreation

New visitor center at Washington Crossing State Park in New Jersey will overlook Delaware River

by Michael Tanenbaum

New Jersey's Washington Crossing State Park is getting a new $14 million visitor center that has "commanding views" of the Delaware River and immersive exhibits to learn about the site's role in the Revolutionary War. George Washington and his troops landed there after crossing the Delaware on Christmas in 1776.

February 16, 2024

Investigations

Man wanted for attempted sexual assault in Fishtown, police say

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police are searching for a man who assaulted a woman in Fishtown as she walked home from a gym on Sunday night. The incident happened just before 8 p.m. on the 400 block of East Girard Avenue, police said. Surveillance video shows the man following the woman from behind before the assault.

February 16, 2024

Food & Drink

Atlantic City restaurant to open second location inside Suburban Station

by Michael Tanenbaum

Atlantic City's Rhythm & Spirits, the Italian restaurant with a chocolate-themed bar, will open a Philadelphia location inside Suburban Station this spring. The menu features a mix of pastas, pizza, salads and sandwiches. In the back of the restaurant will be 32 Chocolate Speakeasy, which serves cocktails, desserts and candy bars.

February 16, 2024

Celebrities

Bradley Cooper buys $6.5 million farmhouse in New Hope

by Michael Tanenbaum

Bradley Cooper has purchased a 33-acre farm estate in New Hope, Bucks County for $6.5 million, according to Page Six. Cooper, 49, is dating model Gigi Hadid, whose mother lives at another property in New Hope. Cooper, who grew up in the Philly area, most recently directed and starred in the Leonard Bernstein biopic 'Maestro,' which is nominated for seven Academy Awards — including three for Cooper.

February 16, 2024

Politics

Donald Trump says he's attending Sneaker Con in Philly on Saturday

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former President Donald Trump is planning to be in Philadelphia on Saturday to attend Sneaker Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, where he's expected to give a speech at 3 p.m. The annual event is aimed at sneakerheads looking to buy and sell shoes and other streetwear.

February 15, 2024

Business

Insomnia Cookies opens new flagship store and headquarters in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

Insomnia Cookies has opened its new flagship store and headquarters at Broad and Chestnut streets in Philadelphia. About 100 employees now work out of the 26,000-square-foot headquarters, which was previously occupied by a Walgreens. The store allows customers to customize their own cookie toppings, shop for merchandise and buy their favorite cookies.