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 25, 2026

Legislations

Pa. lawmakers pass bill giving Philly bars option to stay open until 4 a.m. during World Cup

by Michael Tanenbaum

A bipartisan bill to allow Philadelphia bars to stay open until 4 a.m. during the World Cup overwhelmingly gained approval from the House in a vote Wednesday afternoon. The legislation still needs Gov. Josh Shapiro's signature.

March 24, 2026

Transportation

New shuttle to make trips to Jersey Shore wineries, breweries this summer

by Michael Tanenbaum

Coastal Cruiser, a new weekend shuttle service at the Jersey Shore, will make stops at wineries and breweries between Wildwood and Cape May this summer. The shuttle's $40 day pass comes with unlimited rides from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

March 24, 2026

Courts

Bill Cosby ordered to pay $59 million in civil trial for 1972 sexual assault

by Michael Tanenbaum

Bill Cosby has been ordered to pay $59.2 million in damages to a former waitress who sued him in California for drugging and sexually assaulting her after she went to one of his comedy shows in 1972.

March 24, 2026

Transportation

SEPTA to test real-time arrival displays at 10 bus stops and trolley stations

by Michael Tanenbaum

SEPTA will install solar-powered displays with real-time arrival information at 10 bus and trolley stops this spring. The technology will be tested to see how riders benefit from having travel information at high-volume stops.

March 23, 2026

Transportation

ICE agents expected to be deployed at Philly airport amid TSA staff shortages

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia International Airport is one of more than dozen airports in the U.S. where the Trump administration plans to deploy Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to address delays at security checkpoints.

March 20, 2026

Transportation

Benjamin Franklin Bridge will close to traffic in July for 100th anniversary celebration

by Michael Tanenbaum

A 100th anniversary celebration of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge will be held July 11. The Delaware River Port Authority plans to close the span to traffic for an event that will include music, food trucks and historical displays.

March 20, 2026

Development

Temple joins plan for transit-oriented district near Amtrak's North Philly station

by Michael Tanenbaum

Temple University is partnering with Shift Capital and Essence Development on a long-term plan to revitalize about 6 acres of land and vacant buildings that surround Amtrak's North Philadelphia station.

March 20, 2026

Kevin Hart to be roasted in a live Netflix special hosted by Shane Gillis

by Michael Tanenbaum

North Philly native Kevin Hart will be roasted during a live Netflix special on May 10 hosted by fellow comedian Shane Gillis. Two years ago, Hart hosted Netflix's roast of retired NFL star Tom Brady.

March 19, 2026

Food & Drink

Lucky Duck in Northern Liberties aims to be a 'trailblazer' on the Delaware River

by Michael Tanenbaum

Lucky Duck, a new bar on the Delaware River waterfront in Northern Liberties, offers a sweeping view of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. The restaurant is the second in Philly from the owners of Francisville's mini golf bar Libertee Grounds.

March 19, 2026

Movies

Philly filmmaker's new Netflix doc delves into early years of Red Hot Chili Peppers

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia-based filmmaker Ben Feldman explores the formation of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in a new Netflix documentary that showcases the influence of founding guitarist Hillel Slovak, who died of a heroin overdose in 1988.