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

June 25, 2026

Investigations

South Jersey psychiatrist pleads guilty to writing illegal drug prescriptions for sexual favors

by Michael Tanenbaum

Psychiatrist Louis Morelli, 73, of South Jersey, pled guilty to illegally prescribing Xanax, Adderall and Vyvanse to patients. Prosecutors say he traded prescriptions for sexual favors and gave drugs to people he knew struggled with addiction.

June 25, 2026

America250

America's 250th birthday yields tons of collectibles, but their future value may be hard to gauge

by Michael Tanenbaum

America's 250th anniversary brings lots of collectibles. The nation's bicentennial showed that patriotic commercialism from the era generally has not appreciated much in value, but auctioneer and 'King of Collectibles' Ken Goldin said there are still some worthy items to seek in 2026.

June 24, 2026

Investigations

Abington reviews security protocols at schools after man charged with sexual assault entered facilities at least twice

by Michael Tanenbaum

Abington School District is reviewing its security protocols after a14-year-old student let her 25-year-old alleged attacker into Abington Senior High School at least twice in March.

June 23, 2026

Investigations

Body of swimmer who went missing in Ocean City recovered in Sea Isle City

by Michael Tanenbaum

The body of the 20-year-old man who went missing while boogie boarding in Ocean City last month has been recovered in Sea Isle City, authorities said Tuesday. The man's remains were found Friday near 72nd Street.

June 23, 2026

Government

6ABC urges viewers to push back against FCC threat to station's license

by Michael Tanenbaum

6ABC and seven other Disney-owned local news stations are facing mandatory early license renewals as part of a probe by the Federal Communications Commission. Another investigation scrutinizes the status ABC's 'The View.'

June 23, 2026

Recreation

Philly man sets new record for fastest run across Pa., completing the 361-mile trek in less than 6 days

by Michael Tanenbaum

Ultramarathon runner Bud Wilson set a new record for the fastest run across the length of Pennsylvania, completing a trek from Colliers, West Virginia, to the Benjamin Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia in 5 days, 13 hours and 57 minutes.

June 22, 2026

Music

Dave Matthews Band to stream upcoming tour on nugs, the live music platform founded in Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Dave Matthews Band is now partnering with live music streaming platform nugs, which was founded in Philadelphia more than three decades ago. The company gives subscribers access to official concert soundboard recordings.

June 17, 2026

Government

Mount Holly cancels Fourth of July festival, citing 'alarming violence' at recent Burlington County events

by Michael Tanenbaum

Mount Holly has canceled its annual Fourth of July celebration at Iron Works Park over concerns about recent disturbances at other public events and carnivals in Burlington County. The township and police say the cost to create a strong security plan would be too high to move forward with a festival to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.

June 17, 2026

Courts

Mayor Parker praises Pa. Supreme Court ruling on 'predatory' skill games

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker says she supports the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling that found skill games must be regulated as slot machines. Parker said the terminals prey on vulnerable residents in poorer communities.

June 16, 2026

Lawsuits

Family of CHOP doctor killed by drunk driver while biking in Center City files wrongful death lawsuit

by Michael Tanenbaum

The family of Barbara Friedes, a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor killed by a drunk driver while riding her bike in Center City two years ago, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the man who was behind the wheel. Michael Vahey is now serving six to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty last year.