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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

May 14, 2019

Sixers

Nine-year-old girl writes Sixers' Joel Embiid a letter of encouragement

by Michael Tanenbaum

A nine-year-old girl wrote a heartfelt letter to the Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid after the team's crushing Game 7 loss to the Toronto Raptors.

May 14, 2019

Nature

Photographer captures breathtaking 'spokes rainbow' in Bucks County

by Michael Tanenbaum

Quakertown, Bucks County resident Karl Diefenderfer took a stunning photo of a spokes rainbow on May 10, 2019.

May 14, 2019

Gambling

Borgata in Atlantic City launches online sports betting platform

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa has officially launched an online sports betting platform, giving customers to make the same wagers virtually as the casino offers on site.

May 14, 2019

Public Health

Philadelphia reports 8% drop in drug overdose deaths in 2018

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health found that the number of overdose deaths in the city dropped by more than 100 in 2018, marking a decline of eight percent over the previous year.

May 13, 2019

Food & Drink

Federal Donuts debuts Za'atar fries at all locations

by Michael Tanenbaum

Federal Donuts launches Za'atar fries at all locations in Philadelphia, adding to the formula of fried chicken, coffee and donuts.

May 13, 2019

Travel

American Airlines adds service from Philly to Colorado ski resort

by Michael Tanenbaum

Travelers looking to plan a ski trip in Colorado this coming winter will have a new direct option from Philadelphia International Airport.

May 13, 2019

Sixers

Wild Sixers rumor mill starts with LeBron James for Ben Simmons trade

by Michael Tanenbaum

Welcome to the offseason, Sixers fans! Get used to daily torrents of league-altering speculation about the future of Philadelphia'a roster! Thank you, Kawhi! Thank you!

May 13, 2019

Sixers

Drake reverse-cursed Philly by wearing Sixers shorts for Game 7

by Michael Tanenbaum

Drake supported his Toronto Raptors in Game 7 of the NBA's Eastern Conference semifinals by wearing shorts for the opposing Philadelphia 76ers.

May 10, 2019

Musicians

After taunting Sixers' Joel Embiid, Drake now has an actual plane

by Michael Tanenbaum

Regardless of whether you enjoy Drake's music, there is no question he's the most annoying celebrity figure in the NBA playoffs — especially since Kevin Hart has been conspicuously absent from court side.

May 10, 2019

Courts

Man found guilty in murder of former model in Ardmore

by Michael Tanenbaum

Jonathan Wesley Harris was found guilty of first degree murder for killing 36-year-old Christina Carlin-Kraft at her condo in the the 100 block of Sibley Avenue, Ardmore, Montgomery County. Harris faces mandatory life in prison when he is formally sentenced.