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.
June 5, 2020
Protests
D.A. Krasner to charge Philly cop who allegedly hit protester with metal baton
Philadelphia police have opened Internal Affairs investigations into several incidents involving the use of force during the week of protests that has followed the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The city also formalized procedures in its prisons to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 as Philadelphia enter's the state's yellow phase of reopening.June 4, 2020
Business
Philly police union says cops will boycott Di Bruno Bros. after grocer rescinds free lunch offer
The head of Philadelphia's police union vowed on Thursday his members will boycott Di Bruno Bros. after the gourmet food retailer pulled back an offer of free lunches for police officers at its Center City location. John McNesby, president of Fraternal Police Order Lodge #5, tweeted Thursday that Philly police will no longer be patronizing Di Bruno Bros., which has five locations in the city and a sixth in Ardmore.June 4, 2020
Illness
Philly enters COVID-19 yellow phase on Friday, outdoor dining allowed June 12
Philadelphia will enter the yellow phase of Pennsylvania's COVID-19 reopening plan on Friday, June 5. City restaurants are permitted to offer outdoor dining a week later, on June 12.June 4, 2020
Wildlife
Delaware officials investigating possible shark attack at Herring Point
A 12-year old boy suffered a suspected shark bite at Herring Point, part of Cape Henlopen State Park in Sussex County, Delaware.June 4, 2020
Investigations
Pennsylvania police officer accused of reenacting George Floyd's death at party
A York City police officer is accused of reenacting the death of George Floyd while he was off-duty at a party last weekend, city officials said. Michael Helfrich, mayor of the central Pennsylvania city, said the matter is under investigation by the police department's internal affairs division.June 3, 2020
Investigations
Philly police investigate 50 ATM explosions, residents hear startling booms across the city
Philadelphia police are investigating 50 ATM explosions across the city since widespread protests and rioting began on Saturday afternoon, Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said Wednesday. Residents have reported loud booming sounds throughout the city in recent days, leading to rampant speculation about their source.June 3, 2020
Primary Election
U.S. Rep Brian Fitzpatrick challenged by Andy Meehan in Republican primary
In Pennsylvania's 1st District of the U.S. House, there are contested primaries on the Republican and Democratic sides of the ballot. The congressional district covers portions of Bucks and Montgomery counties. On the Republican side, incumbent Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick is challenged by Andy Meehan, a financial planner and investment advisor who has criticized Fitzpatrick for his bipartisan leanings in Congress. On the Democratic ticket, Bucks County solicitor and Ivyland Borough Councilmember Christina Finello has defeated Skylar Hurwitz, a technology entrepreneur in New Hope.June 3, 2020
Illness
Philly health department recommends protesters get tested for COVID-19
Philadelphia health officials have recommended that people who participate in protests demanding justice for George Floyd seek testing for COVID-19. Civil unrest arrived in Philadelphia as the city prepares to enter Pennsylvania's COVID-19 yellow phase on June 5, a date that may be pushed back.June 3, 2020
Weather
Three people die as severe thunderstorms, damaging winds pummel Philly region
Three people were killed in Montgomery County on Wednesday as the Philadelphia region was hammered by severe thunderstorms with powerful, damaging winds, officials said.June 2, 2020
Sixers
Sixers' Ben Simmons calls President Trump 'cowardly'; Phillies' Harper says 'love everyone equally'
Philadelphia 76ers and Phillies stars Ben Simmons and Bryce Harper spoke out Tuesday on the civil unrest across the United States after George Floyd was killed at the hands of Minneapolis police on May 25, 2020. Simmons called President Donald Trump "cowardly," while Harper vowed to support the black community.Just In
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- New dementia study reiterates the physical activity paradox — that not all exercise is beneficial
- Report: Sixers hiring Phil Handy as assistant coach on Nick Nurse's staff
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