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 24, 2020
Casinos
Three Philly restaurants adding locations at Live! Hotel and Casino
Termini Brothers, Sang Kee, Lorenzo and Sons Pizza have all signed leases to be part of 10th Street Market at Live! Hotel and Casino Philadelphia. The casino is set to open in early 2021.September 24, 2020
Small Businesses
Philly announces $20 million in additional COVID-19 small business grants
Philadelphia announced another $20 million round of grant funding for small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The new funds will be distributed with priority for past applicants who never received funding and those located in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods.September 24, 2020
Spotted lanternfly
Spotted lanternfly expert talks predators, 'dumb ones' and how to win this war
As the spotted lanternfly invasion threatens Pennsylvania's economy and disturbs environments, Penn State entomologist Anne Johnson is studying how various natural predators, from birds to other insects, may be encouraged to assist managing populations. Her research is focused on toxin sequestration in spotted lanternflies and how these chemicals may be linked to their favorite meal, the tree of heaven.September 23, 2020
Obituaries
Philly native, WWE legend Joe Laurinaitis dies at 60
Joe Laurinaitis, best known as Road Warrior Animal of the WWE, died at 60 years old. The Philadelphia native is a member of the WWE Hall of Fame and won multiple tag team titles during his career with Legion of Doom partner Mike "Road Warrior Hawk" Hegstrand.September 23, 2020
Eagles
Eagles get key accreditation for Linc in quest to allow fans during pandemic
Lincoln Financial Field is now one of just five NFL stadiums to receive GBAC accreditation, which certifies safety protocols and standards for cleaning and disinfection. Philadelphia has not indicated whether it will lift restrictions that currently prevent the Eagles from allowing fans to attend home games.September 23, 2020
Investigations
Man in critical condition after being stabbed near Philly homeless encampment
A 28-year-old man was stabbed in the area of Philadelphia's homeless encampment protest on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Sept. 22, 2020. The victim was listed in critical condition. City officials say they continue to seek a peaceful resolution of the encampments, which defied orders to leave on Sept. 9.September 23, 2020
Police Brutality
After Breonna Taylor decision, protesters march in Philly
Philadelphia protesters march Wednesday night after a Kentucky grand jury charged one former Louisville officer in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor.In Lousiville, two police officers were shot during demonstrations on Wednesday night.September 22, 2020
Government
Philly to launch maps app that tracks trash, recycling collection
Philadelphia will launch the PHLPickUp app on Oct. 1, giving residents an interactive tool to track and monitor trash and recycling pickup in real-time. Collection services have been delayed for much of 2020 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, which has caused increased residential tonnage and worker absenteeism.September 22, 2020
Infrastructure
Philly reveals design options for revamped Broad-Erie-Germantown intersection
A North Philadelphia improvement project aims to enhance public spaces and streets at the intersection of Broad Street, Erie Avenue and Germantown Avenue, as well as the intersection of Broad Street and Butler Street. The city is seeking feedback from residents on which of three designs would be preferred by the public.September 22, 2020
Employment
Three Philly companies make list of 100 Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania
Three Philadelphia-based businesses — The Graham Company, McCormick Taylor, Inc. and Urban Engineers — made the 2020 list of the top 100 places to work in Pennsylvania. The list was chosen through a collaboration between the non-profit Team Pennsylvania, the Central Penn Business Journal and the state Department of Community and Economic Development.Just In
- Phillies take two from Red Sox, get another series win under Don Mattingly
- American Girl dolls come to life in satirical FringeArts musical
- Owner of former South Street pawn shop pleads guilty to selling $19 million in stolen goods
- Will Smith to play FBI agent investigating a prison murder in new Amazon thriller
- Delco man wanted on child porn charges found hiding in Florida woods
- Flyers detail full run of injuries following playoff run
Must Read
