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 19, 2025

Lifestyle

Sixers' Jared McCain creates nail polish line with Sally Hansen

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain, known for his TikTok dance videos and painted nails, has debuted a new line of nail polish that he made with beauty brand Sally Hansen. McCain, 21, visited the company's lab in New York to work alongside scientists and create the five color set that's available on Amazon.

May 19, 2025

2025 Election

Larry Krasner wins easily against Pat Dugan in Democratic primary for Philadelphia district attorney

by Michael Tanenbaum

Follow live results from Philadelphia's District Attorney Democratic primary between incumbent Larry Krasner and challenger Pat Dugan. Results will be updated throughout Tuesday evening.

May 19, 2025

Neighborhoods

'Footpath highway': 1,304 steps in Roxborough and Manayunk have linked communities and generations

by Michael Tanenbaum

The steps of Roxborough and Manayunk, built into rocky slopes between the neighborhoods, are among Philadelphia's unique urban features, creating pathways that have been in use since the 19th century and continue to shape neighborhood's identity today.

May 19, 2025

Transportation

Pennsylvania law toughens ban on using cellphones behind the wheel

by Michael Tanenbaum

Starting in June, Pennsylvania will have a new law that bans drivers from using cellphones and other handheld electronic devices in the car. The updated rules expand on the state's existing ban on texting while driving, allowing police to pull drivers over for any use of a handheld device on the road. Beginning in June 2026, violators will face a $50 fine and associated court costs.

May 16, 2025

Development

Wonderland Pier site to reopen this summer with arcade, pizza shop on Ocean City Boardwalk

by Michael Tanenbaum

Gillian's Wonderland Pier, the Ocean City amusement park that closed last year after nearly a century on the boardwalk, will operate this summer as an arcade and pizza shop. Icona Resorts, the developer that owns the property, plans to propose replacing the building with a 250-room luxury hotel that would preserve Wonderland's Ferris wheel and carousel rides.

May 16, 2025

Streaming

Former Eagles star Terrell Owens to get feature-length documentary on Amazon Prime

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former wide receiver Terrell Owens will be the subject of an Amazon Prime documentary produced by NFL Films, the streaming platform announced. Owens' career included a brief time in Philadelphia, where he helped propel the Eagles to a Super Bowl appearance in 2005 before his relationship with the team unraveled.

May 15, 2025

Investigations

Delco man allegedly tried to silence neighbor's dogs by tossing poisoned meatballs into their yard

by Michael Tanenbaum

Marple Township resident Mark Nugent, 63, faces animal cruelty charges after surveillance video allegedly captured him tossing meat stuffed with rat poison into a neighbor's yard where two dogs live, police say.

May 14, 2025

Investigations

Former Langhorne police officer charged with trying to dupe 76-year-old woman out of $500,000 estate

by Michael Tanenbaum

Carlito Cortez, a former officer for the Langhorne and Yardley Borough police departments, allegedly engaged in a yearslong romance scam aimed at getting a 76-year-old woman to give him financial control over her more than $500,000 estate, Bucks County prosecutors said. Cortez is charged with theft by deception, false swearing, perjury, official oppression and related offenses.

May 14, 2025

Real Estate

King of Prussia home designed by renowned architect Richard Neutra hits market for $2.5 million

by Michael Tanenbaum

A midcentury modern home in King of Prussia designed by famed architect Richard Neutra has hit the market for $2.5 million. Neutra is best known for the hundreds of innovative homes he designed in Southern California. The property in King of Prussia is one of just six he designed in the Philadelphia area. It's a rare instance of one of the architect's East Coast homes being listed for sale.

May 13, 2025

History

National Constitution Center to open two new galleries ahead of America's 250th birthday

by Michael Tanenbaum

The National Constitution Center will open two new galleries ahead of Philadelphia's celebration of the semiquincentennial in 2026. The galleries, focusing on America's founding principles and the separation of powers, will be supported by a $15 million gift from Citadel credit union CEO Kenneth Griffin.