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

August 31, 2022

Movies

Former Eagles player to star in 'The Good Nurse,' Netflix's movie about Pa., N.J. serial killer Charles Cullen

by Michael Tanenbaum

"The Good Nurse," an upcoming crime drama on Netflix, examines serial killer Charles Cullen, a nurse who killed dozens of patients at multiple hospitals in New Jersey and Pennsylvania by secretly administering lethal doses of stolen drugs. The film adaptation of Charles Graeber's book stars Eddie Redmayne and Jessica Chastain, with a supporting role from former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha as Detective Dan Baldwin.

August 30, 2022

Food & Drink

Jollibee, the fast-food chain from the Philippines with a cult-like following, finally set to open in Northeast Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Jollibee, the popular fast-food restaurant from the Philippines, is open its new Northeast Philly on Friday, Sept. 2, at 7340 Bustleton Ave. The restaurant's opening had been delayed by the pandemic. Jollibee is known for its Chickenjoy meals, Yumburgers, peach mango pie rolls and a spaghetti dish served in a sweet sauce with slices ham, ground meat and hotdog.

August 30, 2022

Investigations

Bucks County man allegedly strangled woman in North Wildwood road rage incident

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Bucks County man is charged with aggravated assault after a road rage incident in North Wildwood on Aug. 20. Christopher Krier, 49, of Jamison, allegedly drove aggressively and tailgated a woman in the area of 13th and New Jersey avenues. After words were exchanged, both drivers pulled to the side of the road and got out of their cars. Krier allegedly strangled the woman and then fled the scene before police arrived.

August 30, 2022

Business

Amazon Fresh plans to open grocery store in Willow Grove

by Michael Tanenbaum

Amazon Fresh plans to open a grocery store at the Willow Grove Shopping Center in Montgomery County. The tech-forward supermarket from the e-commerce giant, considered a lower-cost alternative to its Whole Foods brand, currently has stores open in Warrington and Broomall. The company also has stores planned in Philadelphia, including in Northern Liberties and Northeast Philadelphia, as well as in Bensalem, Langhorne and Havertown.

August 29, 2022

Obituaries

Pennsylvania National Guard soldier, 17, dies after collapsing during training

by Michael Tanenbaum

Pvt. Alyssa Cahoon, a 17-year-old soldier with the Pennsylvania National Guard, died last week after collapsing during basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina. Cahoon was just days away from graduating alongside her twin sister, Brianna. Both were human resource specialists, according to the 1st Battalion 34th Regiment. Cahoon's family said she had a rare heart abnormality.

August 29, 2022

Investigations

FBI agent injured in accidental shooting at federal courthouse in Center City

by Michael Tanenbaum

An FBI agent was injured Monday morning in an accidental shooting that happened in a loading area outside the James A. Bryne U.S. Courthouse in Philadelphia. It's unclear whether the gunshot was self-inflicted or came from someone else. Philadelphia police confirmed the incident, but said the investigation is being handled by the FBI since the shooting occurred on federal property and involved federal personnel. The agent was reportedly struck in the leg and hospitalized with minor injuries.

August 29, 2022

Food & Drink

Marc Vetri to bring new pizza place, dubbed MVP, to Wells Fargo Center

by Michael Tanenbaum

Chef Marc Vetri will open a new pizza place, called MVP, in the Wells Fargo Center's club level when the Flyers and Sixers open their respective seasons this fall. The James Beard Award-winning chef joins Philadelphia restaurateurs Jose Garces and Stephen Starr with new concepts planned for the arena in South Philadelphia.

August 26, 2022

Courts

Philly man gets life in prison for fatal shooting of Milan Loncar in Brewerytown

by Michael Tanenbaum

Josephus Davis, the man convicted of fatally shooting 25-year-old Milan Loncar as he walked his dog in Brewerytown, was sentenced to life in prison on Friday after he was found guilty of second-degree murder in June, a Philadelphia Common Pleas judge decided. Loncar, a Temple University graduate, was killed about a block from his home on Jan. 13, 2021. Davis and a second man — who has never been identified — robbed Loncar before he was shot and left in the street.

August 26, 2022

Odd News

An emotional support alligator took a splash at LOVE Park on Friday

by Michael Tanenbaum

An emotional support alligator paid a visit to Philadelphia's LOVE Park with his family on Friday afternoon. The animal appears to be Wally Gator, a viral sensation owned by York, Pennsylvania resident Joie Henney. At the park in Center City, people were seen petting and holding the alligator, who enjoyed splashing in the fountains. Seven-year-old Wally is currently the leading vote-getter in the America’s Favorite Pet Animal Kingdom popularity contest and has a huge presence on TikTok.

August 26, 2022

Investigations

No charges after woman pulled gun during argument in King of Prussia Mall food court

by Michael Tanenbaum

A woman was detained by police at the King of Prussia Mall on Thursday afternoon after she pulled out a gun during an argument inside the food court, officials said. Upper Merion police have said no charges will be filed in the incident. The woman who pulled the gun possessed the weapon legally and had a concealed carry permit in Montgomery County, authorities said.