Michael Tanenbaum

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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.


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November 4, 2019

Eagles

Eagles' DeSean Jackson 'angry,' but says 'Trust the process' on core injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson took to Instagram after it was announced he would undergo surgery to repair an injured core muscle that has kept him off the field for most of the season.

November 1, 2019

Adult Health

Philly health department reports annual decrease in HIV diagnoses

Philadelphia is making strides in the prevention of HIV consistent with national trends, recorded a 14% decline in new diagnoses between 2017 and 2018, according to the city's public health department. 

November 1, 2019

Investigations

New Jersey man, 72, found dead after going missing on hike in Utah

Norman Applegate Jr, 72, of Seaside Park, was found dead on Oct. 29 in Boulder, Utah. He went missing Sept. 26 after a day hike. Authorities said Applegate's death does not appear to be suspicious.

November 1, 2019

Investigations

Philly sanitation worker injured by box explosion in truck

A Philadelphia sanitation worker was injured Friday morning when a box exploded in the back of a truck, police said.

November 1, 2019

Eagles

Eagles' Brandon Brooks, Lane Johnson say they puke at same time every game day

Philadelphia Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks has been bravely transparent about his struggles with an anxiety disorder that formerly caused him to miss games on Sunday.

October 31, 2019

Sixers

The funniest reactions to the Joel Embiid-KAT fight: a pinky, angry mom and Jimmy Butler

The NBA world is awaiting a verdict from commissioner Adam Silver on suspensions for the fight between Sixers big man Joel Embiid and Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns, not to mention possible punishment for Ben Simmons' role in the scrap.

October 31, 2019

Children's Health

Gritty visits CHOP for 4-year-old birthday boy who idolizes him

A four-year-old boy at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia had his wish come true on Wednesday when Flyers mascot Gritty paid him a special visit for his birthday.

October 31, 2019

Transportation

Pennsylvania testing statewide work-zone speed-camera program

PennDOT will soon deploy automatic speed cameras in work zones across Pennsylvania, issuing violation notices and fines to drivers who exceed posted speed limits at designated zones.

October 31, 2019

Fires

New Jersey Trader Joe's catches fire day before grand opening

A fire broke out at a New Jersey Trader Joe's location a day before its scheduled Nov. 1 grand opening in Bridgewater.Police said the damage was isolated to the rear of the building, but a hole was cut in the roof to ventilate the building.

October 30, 2019

Halloween

Conshohocken corgi's Wawa Shorti Halloween costume goes viral

The sport of developing and tailoring Halloween costumes is twice the fun when you're doing it for a pet. They may not totally get it, but they enjoy the part about being the center of attention. 

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