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

August 27, 2018

Odd News

Philly mashup video shows wildest local footage in recent memory

by Michael Tanenbaum

In a quest to highlight Philadelphia's bizarre news cycle over the past few years, one YouTuber mashed up a long series of clips to the soundtrack of "Move Closer to Your World," the theme you know best from 6ABC broadcasts.

August 27, 2018

Schools

Excessive heat forces half-days at Philly schools on Tuesday, Wednesday

by Michael Tanenbaum

Just one day after the adoption of a new annual calendar, the School District of Philadelphia will be sending students home after a half-day on Tuesday and Wednesday as excessive heat lingers into the end of summer.

August 27, 2018

Wildlife

Jersey Shore fisherman gets rare sting from cownose ray

by Michael Tanenbaum

A fisherman in Harvey Cedars was stung by a cownose ray, marking a rare incident with the docile species at the Jersey Shore.

August 27, 2018

Investigations

Police seek second man in investigation into Main Line slaying of former Playboy model

by Michael Tanenbaum

Authorities in Montgomery County are searching for a person of interest in the death of Christina Kraft, the former Playboy model who was found strangled to death last Wednesday at her condominium in Ardmore.

August 22, 2018

Eagles

Fanatics releases limited edition Eagles Super Bowl LII patch jerseys

by Michael Tanenbaum

Apparel company Fanatics revealed several limited edition Eagles products prominently featuring a Super Bowl LII patch, including Nike jerseys and hats for men and women.

August 22, 2018

Television

Dennis Reynolds sex doll appears in trailer for 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Thirteen seasons in, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" is showing no signs of slowing down its onslaught against human decency. The new season premieres on FXX on Sept. 5.

August 22, 2018

Investigations

Police: Teens arrested in killing of former Imhotep standout

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police have arrested a 15-year-old boy in connection with the fatal shooting of Kristian Marche, the former Imhotep Charter School standout who was gunned down in an Oak Lane driveway last week.

August 22, 2018

Food & Drink

Is Michael Solomonov planning to open Zahav-lite in South Kensington garage?

by Michael Tanenbaum

The CookNSolo family of restaurants may soon be expanding to unlikely neighborhood in Philadelphia. Partners Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook are looking to open up a Zahav-inspired restaurant in South Kensington.

August 21, 2018

Investigations

Police: Patient attempted to rape nurse at Pennsylvania hospital

by Michael Tanenbaum

A patient at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has been charged with attempted rape and related offenses after he allegedly attacked a nurse after midnight on Monday, according to court records.

August 21, 2018

Business

Train car manufacturer Hyundai Rotem to close down South Philadelphia plant

by Michael Tanenbaum

Rail manufacturer Hyundai Rotem will shutter its South Philadelphia plant by the end of August, ending a 10-year run in South Philadelphia after a debacle that nearly crippled SEPTA two summers ago.