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 5, 2019
Investigations
'Dangerous' fugitive couple from Mount Holly arrested with meth and cocaine, police say
Nicholas Layton, 39, and Rebecca Wills, 33, were considered armed and dangerous after authorities raided Layton's home last month and found five assault rifles, said investigators, who said homemade explosives also were found at the residence.August 5, 2019
Investigations
Man sued by New Jersey DEP over waste dump in Ocean County
A New Jersey man is facing a lawsuit from the state Department of Environmental Protection over allegations that he ran an illegal solid waste disposal operation in Plumstead Township, Ocean County.August 5, 2019
Race Relations
Sixers' Ben Simmons calls out alleged racial profiling at Australian casino
Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Ben Simmons believes he and several friends were racially profiled when they were allegedly denied entry to the Crown Casino in Melbourne, Australia in August 2019.August 5, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' Lane Johnson got ripped in response to NFL Top 100 snub
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson didn't take kindly to getting snubbed in this year's ranking of the top 100 players in the NFL.August 2, 2019
Wellness
Philly ranked worst city in the United States for sleep health
Philadelphia is the worst city in the United States for sleep, according to a new analysis of large American cities. Just 25% of Philly residents surveyed said they get more than seven hours of sleep each night.August 2, 2019
Development
Comcast's NBCUniversal plans massive Orlando theme park to rival Disney
Comcast's NBCUniversal plans to build Epic Universe, its fourth central Florida theme park, in a challenge to Disney. The park will sit on a 750-acre site, doubling Universal's footprint in the area.August 2, 2019
NBA
Former Sixer Markelle Fultz called a 'monster' by Magic teammate
Markelle Fultz played in just 33 games over two seasons for the Philadelphia 76ers. Now with the Orlando Magic, teammate Aaron Gordon believes Fultz could be a sleeper star.August 2, 2019
Wildlife
Ocean City will bring in falcons, hawks, owls to scare off seagulls
In the face of an aggressive seagull problem, Ocean City is turning to birds of prey to scare off the brazen pests that have been menacing the boardwalk and beaches.August 1, 2019
Investigations
Racist white nationalist flyers posted in Northern Liberties
Racist flyers were found in Northern Liberties in the days leading up to the neighborhood's annual 2nd Street Festival. Philadelphia police are investigating the discovery.August 1, 2019
Health News
Philadelphia declares public health emergency over Hepatitis A outbreak
Philadelphia officials have declared a public health emergency over an outbreak of Hepatitis A that has become a growing concern in 2019.Just In
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- Philly moves back application window for 2027-2028 school selection after delay in reporting state test scores
- Type 1 diabetes cases in U.S. expected to rise by 37% by 2049, study finds
- 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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