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.
April 1, 2020
Rentals
Pennsylvania plans to ban Airbnb rentals as COVID-19 cases rise in Poconos
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf will look to curb a rise in coronavirus cases in Monroe and Northampton counties, where short-term rental properties in the Poconos may be leading to an uptick in confirmed COVID-19 infections. The administration is developing guidance to remove Airbnb's and other properties from the state's list of life-sustaining businesses.March 31, 2020
Media
Former Eagle Tra Thomas let go by 97.5 The Fanatic due to cutbacks
97.5 The Fanatic has parted ways with former Philadelphia Eagles lineman Tra Thomas, who joined the station as a morning host in 2018. Station owner Beasley Media Group reduced employee salaries in a measure to navigate the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.March 31, 2020
Government
Mayor Kenney presses D.A. Krasner to 'vigorously' prosecute Philly's gun cases during coronavirus pandemic
Amid a spike in shootings during Philadelphia's coronavirus restrictions, Mayor Jim Kenney has urged District Attorney Larry Krasner to prosecute gun cases more strictly in the city.March 31, 2020
Investigations
Altercation about coronavirus at Pennsylvania Sheetz store ends with gunfire
A fight at a Sheetz location in Johnstown, Cambria County, escalated dangerously when two men argued about covering up a cough in the store's parking lot. One man told the other to be more careful about spreading the coronavirus, leading to a altercation in which shots were fired.March 31, 2020
Celebrities
DJ Jazzy Jeff diagnosed with pneumonia, suspects COVID-19
Artist, record producer and comedian DJ Jazzy Jeff is recovering from pneumonia and believes he was infected with COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. The Philly native and half of DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince has been ill for most of March.March 30, 2020
Illness
COVID-19 model projects death tolls, hospital needs in Pennsylvania, New Jersey
A statistical model of the coronavirus in the United States, developed by the Institute for Health Metrics & Evaluation, projects death tolls and hospital needs in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and all other states as they confront COVID-19 in the months to come.March 30, 2020
Eagles
Eagles' Zach Ertz shares hilarious photo highlighting the quarantine haircut dilemma
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz posted a photo of his wild blonde hair during his high school days, noting that business restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic might bring the look back. Barbershops and hair salons are largely closed in areas hard-hit by COVID-19.March 30, 2020
Government
Philly takes down basketball hoops to stop pickup games, promote social distancing
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Philadelphia will take down basketball hoops at hotspots where people continue to gather, ignoring social distancing guidelines.March 30, 2020
Government
New Jersey has 'no plans' to switch to self-service gas during coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Murphy says
Unlike Oregon, New Jersey will not be switching to self-service gas stations during the coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday.March 27, 2020
Government
What to know about the federal coronavirus stimulus checks – and how to get yours
Millions of Americans will receive coronavirus stimulus checks as part of a relief package addressing the unprecedented economic toll of the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Treasury Department will provide ongoing public awareness about the program in the days and weeks ahead.Just In
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