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 5, 2018
Lawsuits
Family of David Jones reaches $1 million settlement with city of Philadelphia
The family of David Jones – who was fatally shot in the back by a Philadelphia police officer Brian Pownall – has reached a $1 million settlement with the city of Philadelphia. Jones, a black man who was stopped in North Philadelphia in June 2017, was killed in the incident.October 4, 2018
Investigations
Krasner announces 57 arrests in Kensington drug trafficking investigation
The arrests range from street-level dealers to high-ranking members of the Alameda Drug Trafficking Organization, according to officials.October 4, 2018
Flyers
Gritty disses Philly-hating Patriots fan in New York City
Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty was in New York City on Wednesday hanging out with Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy, whose Patriots fandom is the only thing worse than a Google search of the things he says on a regular basis.October 4, 2018
Business
Giant reveals Graduate Hospital plan for first 'Heirloom' small-format market
GIANT Food Food stores will use Philadelphia as a testing ground for a brand new small-format concept, announcing plans on Thursday to open an urban store in the city's Graduate Hospital neighborhood.October 4, 2018
Investigations
Woman sexually assaulted at Elkins Park apartment complex
A woman who arranged to meet with a man using the Tinder dating app was sexually assaulted Monday night at the Lynnewood Gardens apartment complex in Elkins Park, police said Wednesday.October 4, 2018
Crime
Man charged in alleged Whisper app rape of Ardmore teen
A Havertown man accused of raping a 14-year-old girl earlier this year allegedly targeted the teen using the social media app Whispr, Delaware County prosecutors said Wednesday.October 3, 2018
Policy
Philly finalizes streamlined block party application process
Neighborhood groups planning block parties in Philadelphia will now have a simplified application process to follow when shoring up approval from city officials and police.October 3, 2018
Investigations
Glassboro police aim guns at Rowan students in controversial video
Students at Rowan University will be given a platform to voice their concerns in the wake of an intense campus police stop that went viral on Monday evening.October 3, 2018
Universities
Petition targets Penn Law professor for YouTube remarks on Kavanaugh hearing
University of Pennsylvania law professor Amy L. Wax is once again in the crosshairs of an effort to get her fired from the Ivy League school. The tenured professor made controversial remarks about Dr. Christina Blasey Ford's sexual assault allegations against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.October 2, 2018
Travel
Southwest Airlines flash sale has low fares out of Philly
Philadelphia travelers looking to plan a trip have a limited window beginning Tuesday to book low-fare flights with Southwest Airlines to several U.S. destinations.Just In
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