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.
November 20, 2019
NFL
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones still thinks about passing up Bill Belichick for head coaching job
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had an opportunity to hire New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick in the mid-1990s, He chose to go in a different direction, possibly missing an opportunity to land one of the greatest coaches in NFL history.November 20, 2019
Fires
Tesla supercharger station not responsible for fire at Wawa in New Jersey
A Tesla Supercharger caught fire at a Wawa in northern New Jersey last Sunday, temporarily raising some concern about the safety of the company's electric vehicle charging stations. The incident occurred at a store location Parsippany.November 20, 2019
Controversies
Charles Barkley apologizes for 'unacceptable' comment to Axios reporter Alexi McCammond
Charles Barkley has apologized for making a remark about violence against women in response to a question from Axios reporter Alexi McCammond. Barkley said the comment was intended as a joke, but was "unacceptable."November 19, 2019
Adult Health
Heart disease more prevalent in counties hit hardest by 2008 economic recession
The devastating impact of the 2008 economic recession has had lasting effects on the health of the communities hardest hit by it, according to researchers at the University of Pennsylvania. The research was presented during the American Heart Association’s 2019 Scientific Sessions conference in Philadelphia this week.November 19, 2019
Investigations
Case of missing South Jersey girl to appear on 'Dr. Phil' next month
Investigation into missing South Jersey girl Dulce Maria Alavez to be featured on "Dr. Phil" on Dec. 6. Alavez, 5, disappeared from Bridgeton City Park in Cumberland County, New Jersey, on Sept. 16.November 19, 2019
Wildlife
Second coyote attack reported at Rutgers University campus
Two coyote attacks have been reported at the Rutgers University Livingston Campus in a span of five days. Authorities have temporarily closed off the university's 316-acre EcoPreserve as they continue to investigate the attacks.November 19, 2019
Investigations
Philadelphia woman charged in death of quadriplegic daughter
Yelena Nezhikhovskaya, 63, was arrested Saturday and charged this week with murder and related offenses in the death of her quadriplegic daughter, 32-year-old Yulia Nezhikhovskaya.November 18, 2019
Development
Penn announces $25 million gift to construct Data Science Building
A record $25 million gift to the University of Pennsylvania's College of Engineering and Applied Science will fund the construction of a new Data Science Building, officials announced Monday.November 18, 2019
Gun Violence
'Mass shootings' are underreported in Philadelphia, Temple researchers say
Temple University researchers believe mass shootings in Philadelphia have not been thoroughly reported by media outlets in the 21st century. The definition of mass shooting remains a subject of debate, but the new study in Preventive Medicine argues the public and policymakers would benefit from a broader definition and increased coverage.November 18, 2019
Addiction
South Dakota's bizarre anti-meth campaign draws ridicule
An effort to combat South Dakota's epidemic of methamphetamine addiction went awry on Monday following the rollout of an oddly-framed ad campaign. A Minneapolis agency crafted the "Meth. We're On It." campaign as the state seeks to raise awareness of the problem.Just In
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