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.
September 22, 2023
Celebrities
Travis Kelce begs people to stop asking his brother Jason about whether he's dating Taylor Swift
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce wants people to stop asking his brother, Eagles center Jason Kelce, about whether he's dating Taylor Swift. Travis addressed the rumors on 'The Pat McAffee Show.' Jason caused a stir when he seemingly confirmed the rumors on Sportsradio 94WIP, but then said he was only joking and doesn't know anything about it.September 22, 2023
Eagles
The Linc's new LED lights had the stadium glowing green during Eagles' home opener
The Philadelphia Eagles hired LED lighting specialist Sportsbeams to illuminate Lincoln Financial Field. The new LED lights debuted at the Eagles home opener against the Minnesota Vikings and bathed the field, players and fans in glowing green light.September 21, 2023
Investigations
Philly police seize vehicle from car meet video, warn they'll seize others spotted drifting, doing burnouts
Philadelphia police are cracking down on car meets, where drivers drift and do burnouts at major intersections. Authorities towed two vehicles connected to car meets that happened last weekend in South Philly at Broad Street and Washington Avenue, and in Northeast Philly at Frankford at Cottman avenues. On top of possible criminal charges, a new law could soon enable police to issue violations with fines of up to $2,000 for drivers who participate in such car meets.September 21, 2023
Music
The Menzingers shot a music video at Lynnewood Hall, the Gilded Age mansion in Elkins Park
The Menzingers filmed their latest music video, 'Come On Heartache,' at Lynnewood Hall in Elkins Park. The Gilded Age mansion was built from 1897 to 1900 for industrialist Peter A.B. Widener and was acquired this summer by the Lynnewood Hall Preservation Foundation. The Menzingers' next album, 'Some Of It Was True,' will be out via Epitaph Records on Oct. 13.September 21, 2023
Prevention
The first Lyme disease vaccine in 20 years is nearly here, and others may be on their way
Lyme disease vaccines have not been available since 2002, when Lymerix was pulled off the market in the U.S. But Pfizer and Valneva SE have a shot in late clinical trials, and Penn Medicine is among others developing new vaccines. Lyme disease cases, caused by deer ticks, have doubled in the U.S. since 2000, according to the CDC.September 20, 2023
Transportation
Philly's airport ranks worst in customer satisfaction for third straight year
Philadelphia International Airport was ranked the worst large airport in North America for the third straight year by J.D. Power's annual traveler satisfaction survey. Although PHL's score improved this year, the state of the airport's terminals and other infrastructure continue to keep it at the bottom of the rankings. PHL CEO Atif Saeed said upgrades to terminals and other public areas are top priorities to improve the travel experience.September 19, 2023
Investigations
Former Eagle Dion Lewis arrested for allegedly refusing to leave Florida casino
Dion Lewis, a star running back at the University of Pittsburgh, was charged with trespassing after he allegedly caused a disturbance at a the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa in Florida. Lewis played 10 seasons in the NFL with the Eagles, Patriots, Titans and Giants. He appeared in two Super Bowls with the Patriots, winning one.September 19, 2023
Social Media
Wildwood police warn promoters of H2oi car rally not to return after last year's deadly pop-up event
Wildwood police are warning organizers and promoters of the unsanctioned H2oi car rally not to return to the city this year. At last year's event on Sept. 24, two people were killed and several others were injured as a result of unruly behavior connected to the pop-up car meet, which brought hundreds of drivers to the city. Four people were charged with crimes in connection with last year's car rally.September 18, 2023
Business
Korshak Bagels, the acclaimed South Philly shop that opened during the pandemic, will close permanently this weekend
Korshak Bagels, the acclaimed South Philly bagel shop, will close for good on Sept. 24. Owner Phil Korshak shared a letter on Instagram explaining that the business can no longer function as it was intended to operate. It opened in 2020 at 1700 S. 10th St. The shop's last day of business will be Sunday, Sept. 24.September 18, 2023
Arts & Culture
Mütter Museum asks the public to weigh in on ethical battle over displaying human remains
Philadelphia's Mütter Museum has been undergoing an ethical review of its medical oddities, including preserved human remains. The museum's leadership has launched a new public engagement project, "Postmortem: Mütter Museum," that will include town hall discussions, workshops and other feedback methods. Organizers behind a petition called Protect the Mütter say the museum's new leaders are undermining the medical history museum's heritage and appeal.Just In
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