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.
October 16, 2019
Investigations
British family jailed in Pennsylvania for 'bizarre' illegal border crossing
A British family of seven is being held in federal custody at a detention center in Berks County after authorities say they illegally crossed into the United States from Canada earlier this month.October 16, 2019
Development
Philly airport to overhaul SEPTA platforms with $1 million grant
A pair of state grants worth nearly $1 million will help Philadelphia International Airport transform the SEPTA platforms that run along its terminals.October 16, 2019
Gambling
Chris Christie calls Pennsylvania sports betting 'a rolling dumpster fire'
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie believes Pennsylvania's sports betting industry is a failure due to its high rate of taxation. He spoke this week at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas.October 16, 2019
Addiction
Philly bill proposed to restrict city sales of vaping products
Vaping legislation advanced by Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and Health Commissioner Thomas Farley will soon aim to restrict the sale of e-cigarette products in the city.October 15, 2019
NFL
Patriots suspend former Eagles DE Michael Bennett one game for blowup
New England Patriots defensive end Michael Bennett has been suspended by the team for one game after he reportedly got into a shouting match with coaches.October 15, 2019
Investigations
Person of interest sketch released in case of Dulce Maria Alavez, missing girl from Bridgeton
A witness in the disappearance of five-year-old New Jersey girl Dulce Maria Alavez has provided authorities with a description that enable police to develop a composite sketch of a man seen at the park with two children. Alavez, who was with her younger brother, disappeared from Bridgeton City Park on Sept. 16, 2019.October 15, 2019
Investigations
Pennsylvania native, 33, found dead after fall in Alaska
Easton area native Neil Durco, 33, was found dead after falling into steep chute during a hike in Cordova, Alaska.October 15, 2019
Adult Health
Sixers' Tobias Harris says NBA sleep deprivation 'like the NFL with concussions'
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris says the NBA has a major problem with sleep deprivation. The league has adjusted its 82-game schedule in recent years in order to support player health, but is it enough?October 11, 2019
Illness
Brain protein could be key to disrupting chronic pain symptoms
Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have identified a brain protein that plays a critical role in the development and maintenance of chronic pain, providing a potential target for treatment of various conditions.October 11, 2019
Phillies
Curt Schilling reportedly 'would love' to interview for Phillies manager position
Former Phillies pitcher Curt Schilling says he would be interested in Philadelphia's open managerial role, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The Phillies fire Gabe Kapler earlier this week after just two seasons.Just In
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- A dam on Neshaminy Creek is being removed to improve fish passage, public safety
- Source: Sixers sign Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr. and Saint Thomas to Exhibit 10 contracts
- Four Eagles cuts claimed by other teams
- What’s in the air Philly breathes? Find out at the Franklin Institute
- BalletX to offer free classes in ballet, voguing, Lindy Hop and more this season
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