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.
August 12, 2019
Courts
Philly D.A. announces city's first-ever conviction in adult human trafficking case
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Kranser announced the city's first-ever conviction in an adult human trafficking case. Richard Collins, 50, of Kensington, was charged with various crimes connected to the involuntary servitude and forced prostitution of five women.August 12, 2019
Crime
After Phillies-Giants game, $500K in jewelry stolen from Alex Rodriguez's rental car
ESPN announcer Alex Rodriguez had $500,000 worth of jewelry and other goods looted from his rental car in San Francisco. The incident occurred after A-Rod called a Phillies-Giants game.August 12, 2019
Business
Aramark partners with Beyond Meat to develop plant-based menu
Philadelphia-based Aramark is partnering with Beyond Meat to develop a plant-based menu that provide new choices for ballparks, college campuses, hospitals and other clients around the world.August 12, 2019
Investigations
Man shot on SEPTA platform in Center City, gunman at large
A 19-year-old man was shot in both legs Monday afternoon at SEPTA's 15th Street Station, one of the busiest hubs along the Market-Frankford Line. Philadelphia police continue to search for the gunman.August 9, 2019
Celebrities
Idris Elba seen riding horseback in Philly for 'Concrete Cowboys'
Superstar actor Idris Elba was spotted in Philly this week getting horseback riding lessons for his upcoming role in "Concrete Cowboys," a film exploring the city's tradition of urban equestrians.August 9, 2019
Investigations
28 arrested on gun, drug charges in major New Jersey busts
A pair of operations in Trenton and Paterson resulted in the arrest of 28 suspects accused of gun and drug trafficking in New Jersey, the Attorney General's Office announced Thursday.August 9, 2019
Eagles
As Eagles rumors swirl, Trump says he'd 'love to see' Colin Kaepernick return to NFL
President Donald Trump says Colin Kaepernick, who's been linked to the Philadelphia Eagles, should return to the NFL as long as he's a good enough quarterback. Kaepernick and Trump became key figures in a fierce debate over NFL players protesting the national anthem.August 9, 2019
Recreation
Pennsylvania to invest in new facilities, trails for ATVs and snowmobiles
ATV and snowmobile enthusiasts can look forward to more opportunities for recreational riding in Pennsylvania.August 8, 2019
Music
WXPN to play entirety of Woodstock '69 in exclusive radio broadcast
Fifty years later, Woodstock '69 remains a watershed moment in American cultural history and the evolution of large music festivals.August 8, 2019
Pets
Meteorologist Cecily Tynan recovers lost puppy after multi-day search
6ABC meteorologist Cecily Tynan has successfully recovered the lost puppy that she and her family recently adopted. Nala is a chihuahua mix and would be located in the area of Media and Newtown Square.Just In
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