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.
February 11, 2025
Arts & Culture
Statue of Saquon Barkley's backward hurdle would be perfect way to memorialize Eagles' magical season
A fitting tribute to the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles would be a statue of Saquon Barkley's reverse hurdle over a Jaguars defender. One artist says the pose is a 'sculptor's dream come true.'February 11, 2025
Business
El Chingon will expand to Fishtown at former Heffe Tacos location
El Chingon, the Mexican BYOB from James Beard Award-nominated chef Carlos Aparicio, is preparing to open a second location in Fishtown this spring at the former location of Heffe Tacos. Aparicio opened his first restaurant in Passyunk Square in 2022 and quickly earned a place on the New York Times' list of best restaurants in the United States.February 11, 2025
TV
Eagles' Super Bowl victory sets TV record with 126 million viewers
The Philadelphia Eagles' 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX had an average of 126 million viewers, setting a record for any TV broadcast. The game also setting a streaming record with 14.5 million viewers who tuned in using Tubi, NFL+ and other NFL-owned streaming services.February 10, 2025
Investigations
Pilot unharmed after small plane crashes in Bucks County
A small plane that took off from Doylestown Airport on Monday morning crashed in a nearby vacant lot in Buckingham Township, authorities said. The pilot was the only person on board and was not injured in the crash. An investigation is being led by the Federal Aviation Administration.February 10, 2025
Investigations
Delco man allegedly started fight and stabbed man during celebration of Eagles' Super Bowl win
Jeffrey Zimmerman, 37, of the Holmes section of Ridley Park, allegedly stabbed a man in the head on Sunday night after starting a fight with a group of people celebrating the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX victory in Prospect Park. Zimmerman is charged with aggravated assault, terroristic threats and related offenses.February 7, 2025
Investigations
Temple student charged with fatally shooting another student in North Philly, police say
A 20-year-old Temple University student was fatally shot near the school's main campus on Thursday night, police say. A 23-year-old man, also a Temple student, was taken into custody at the scene. Two guns and drugs were recovered, police said. Temple President John Fry said he's 'heartbroken' by the 'senseless' loss of life.February 7, 2025
Investigations
Man found dead in Schuylkill River near Kelly Drive on Friday morning
A man's body was recovered from the Schuylkill River in East Falls on Friday morning, Philadelphia police said. Authorities were called to the river near Kelly Drive and Midvale Avenue around 10:20 a.m. to investigate. The man has not been identified and police have not determined how he ended up in the river.February 7, 2025
Social Media
FOX29's Mike Jerrick is running amok in New Orleans to cover Super Bowl LIX — and going viral for it
'Good Day Philadelphia' co-anchor Mike Jerrick has been partying in New Orleans all week as FOX29 covers the Eagles' trip to Super Bowl LIX. Jerrick, joined by co-anchor Alex Holley, has appeared in a number of clips that have gone viral on social media this week, including one shared by Snoop Dogg.February 6, 2025
Government
City plans security measures, road closures on Super Bowl Sunday to manage expected influx of Eagles fans
When the Eagles play the Kansas Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Philadelphia is planning security measures, traffic and parking restrictions, and adjustments to SEPTA service to manage potential crowds before and after the game. Most of the city's plans are concentrated in Center City, Northeast Philly and South Philly.February 6, 2025
Podcasts
Howard Eskin's pivot to podcasting starts by reminiscing with Charles Barkley about gambling at the Borgata
Former SportsRadio 94WIP host Howard Eskin debuted his new podcast on Wednesday night with NBA legend Charles Barkley as his first guest. The pair of have been friends since the 1980s and talked about topics including the modern NBA, the Eagles' chances in Super Bowl LIX and a memory of Barkley gambling at the blackjack table at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City.Just In
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