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 2, 2020
NFL
Andy Reid finally puts on first Super Bowl ring in Kansas City
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid received his first Super Ring this week ahead of the start of the 2020 NFL season. The former Eagles coach won his first championship last season after coming up just short throughout his career.September 2, 2020
SEPTA sets date to phase out paper ticket sales on Regional Rail
SEPTA will end sales of paper tickets on the Regional Rail system on Oct. 2, 2020. Riders instead will be required to pay their fares using the SEPTA Key Travel Wallet.September 1, 2020
Food & Drink
Pat's, Geno's selling Budweiser-infused cheesesteaks in September
Budweiser is bringing together Philly cheesesteak rivals Pat's and Geno's for a September promotion. Shift workers in the city on Labor Day can receive a free Budweiser-infused cheesesteak by participating in social media promotions on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.September 1, 2020
Investigations
Pa. man allegedly robbed pizza place after filling out job application
Nicholas Mark, 22, allegedly stole a tip jar from Pizza D'Oro in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, on Aug. 26. Police were able to identify him, in part, because he had filled out a job application with his contact information at the same shop earlier in the day.September 1, 2020
Illness
Temple's COVID-19 outbreak could spread beyond university, Philly health commissioner warns
A COVID-19 outbreak at Temple University in North Philadelphia is being closely monitored by the city health department. Case counts rose sharply over the past week and officials are concerned the coronavirus will spread to residents in the surrounding neighborhoods.September 1, 2020
Investigations
New Jersey wine, spirits companies hit with $10 million in penalties for incentives scheme
Allied Beverage Group and Fedway Associates, the two largest wine and spirits retailers in New Jersey, have agreed to pay a record $8 million in penalties for their manipulation of a retailer incentive program, according to the state Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control.August 31, 2020
Controversies
Chef Marc Vetri calls out Jim Kenney for dining indoors in Maryland
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney was spotted dining indoors at a restaurant in Maryland over the weekend, prompting outrage from restaurateur Marc Vetri, who shared a photo of the mayor on Instagram. Indoor dining will reopen at limited capacity in Philadelphia on Sept. 9.August 31, 2020
Obituaries
Allen Iverson posts moving tribute to late Georgetown coach John Thompson
Allen Iverson honored his former Georgetown University coach John Thompson, who died Sunday night at 78 years old. Thompson played an instrumental role in steering Iverson away from his off-the-court trouble on the way to building a Hall of Fame NBA career, spent mostly with the Philadelphia 76ers.August 31, 2020
Government
Pennsylvania eviction moratorium set to expire as thousands face housing crisis
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf urged the General Assembly to work on a legislative solution to the state's expiring moratorium on evictions and foreclosures. The governor cannot extend his executive order without a action from the legislature, where House Democrats have put forth a package of bills to be considered this week.August 31, 2020
Protests
Philly sets final date for removal of homeless encampments
Philadelphia's homeless encampments on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Ridge Avenue have been given a final notice to clear by Sept. 9, 2020. A federal judge ruled last week that the city had the authority to terminate and dissolve the encampments, which formed in June.Just In
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