Michael Tanenbaum

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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.


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September 11, 2018

NFL

Eagles' Chris Long says he spent first-ever NFL game check on 'old man car'

In a recent interview with CNBC's "Make It," Philadelphia Eagles' defensive end Chris Long explains that the first big purchase he made with an NFL game check was a Cadillac DTS.

September 11, 2018

Recreation

Delaware fisherman sets state record with massive 79-pound cobia catch

A fisherman who reeled in a 79-pound cobia on Monday off the coast of Bethany Beach set a new state record, the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed.

September 11, 2018

Outdoors

Feds green light deer hunting next to Philadelphia airport

A new directive from the U.S. Department of the Interior will allow the public to hunt deer with a bow and arrow at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum. The refuge is located in Delaware County, adjacent to Philadelphia International Airport.

September 11, 2018

Business

Center City ice cream shop, diner to close after 43 years

One of the Gayborhood's most beloved landmarks will close its doors for good at the end of September, ending a 43-year run in Center City.

September 10, 2018

Entertainment

LeBron James producing 'Brotherly Love' TV series based on Sixers' Ben Simmons

LeBron James' production company SpringHill Entertainment will reportedly back an NBC series called "Brotherly Love," based loosely on the upbringing and sibling relationships of Sixers star Ben Simmons.

September 10, 2018

Music

Kurt Vile announces new album with nine-minute epic 'Bassackwards'

It's been three years since Kurt Vile last released a solo album, 2015's "b'lieve i'm goin down..." before collaborating last year on a spirited duet with Courtney Barnett.

September 10, 2018

Crime

Former Philly cop gets prison time for hundreds of threatening text messages

Bryan McGraw, a former Philadelphia police officer and ex-convict will spend two years in jail after pleading guilty to sending hundreds of threatening text messages to an ex-girlfriend over a four-year period, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced.

September 7, 2018

NFL

Tom Brady gives fantasy pivot to question about Eagles' 'Philly Philly' play

New England Patriots quarterback answered a reporter's question about the Philly Philly play run by the Eagles in their season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Brady dropped a pass on a similar play design in Super Bowl LII.

September 7, 2018

Celebrities

Will Smith makes parody Philly Instagram account to tease 'Fresh Prince' sneakers

West Philadelphia native Will Smith makes a sneaker "unboxing" video to announce a contest for his limited edition Fresh Prince Jordan 5's.

September 7, 2018

NBA

Ben Simmons, LeBron James dominate in Instagram clips of pick-up game

The Philadelphia 76ers' efforts to lure LeBron James into a lineup with Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid weren't enough to keep the NBA's premiere superstar away from the bright lights of Los Angeles.

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