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 30, 2025
Business
United Airlines lounge at Philly airport shut down for health violations
The United Airlines lounge at Philadelphia International Airport was shut down by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health on Monday after an inspection revealed a fly infestation and other violations.September 30, 2025
Transportation
NJ Transit debuts first of 175 new buses with upgraded amenities
NJ Transit officials have debuted the first of 175 new buses that have upgraded amenities and improved accessibility for passengers. Some of the new vehicles will be introduced in South Jersey in the coming months.September 29, 2025
Elections
Pa. Supreme Court justices rarely lose seats in retention elections, so why is this year's race so important?
Three Democrats on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Kevin Dougherty, Christine Donohue and David Wecht, are facing retention votes in November's election, putting the party's 5-2 majority up for grabs in an unusual cycle.September 29, 2025
Business
YouTube TV reaches deal to avoid blackout of NBC channels
NBCUniversal and Google-owned YouTube TV have ended their contract dispute and reached a multiyear carrier agreement to avoid NBC's channels being pulled from the streaming service. Without a new deal, subscribers could have lost coverage of Philly sports teams.September 28, 2025
TV
'Task' Episode 4 recap: The race to track down thieves takes a turn at Delco park
In Episode 4 of Brad Ingelsby's HBO crime drama 'Task,' set in Delaware County, the FBI task force and the Dark Hearts motorcycle gang are in a race to find the thieves who stole drugs from a stash house and kidnapped a 6-year-old boy.September 25, 2025
Media
Jon Marks returns to 97.5 The Fanatic, taking over Mike Missanelli's midday slot
Jon Marks will return to 97.5 The Fanatic on Monday, Sept. 29 to take over the radio station's midday slot on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marks replaces Mike Missanelli, who was laid off by Beasley Media Group in August.September 24, 2025
Investigations
Philly real estate agent pleads guilty to defrauding investors and using money on gambling, personal expenses
Philly real estate agent Jonathan Barach, 46, has pleaded guilty to charges he obtained over $3 million in fraudulent loans he took out for projects that didn't exist. He allegedly used the money on gambling and personal expenses.September 23, 2025
Donations
Hundreds of people will sleep at the Phillies ballpark on Nov. 20. Here's why.
The Phillies and Covenant House will host an overnight event at Citizens Bank Park on Nov. 20 to raise money for homeless youth. The sleep out fundraiser invites people to spend the night in the outfield after raising at least $1,000.September 23, 2025
Real Estate
Estate that was George Washington's headquarters during Revolutionary War hits market for $3.3 million
An 18th century estate in Montgomery County that General George Washington used as his headquarters during the Revolutionary War has been put up for sale for $3.3. million after renovations were made to the six-bedroom home.September 23, 2025
Investigations
Global ransomware group claims responsibility for cyberattack on Pa. Attorney General's Office
Inc, a group linked to hundreds of ransomware attacks, claims to be behind a cyberattack on the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General in August that led to ongoing delays on criminal and civil cases.Just In
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