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 3, 2017
Politics
Report: Pro-life Pennsylvania rep. urged abortion in extramarital affair
Pennsylvania Rep. Tim Murphy, a family values Republican with a staunch pro-life voting record, found himself under fire Tuesday after a January exchange on Facebook came to light suggesting he urged a woman to have an abortion following an extramarital affair with her.October 3, 2017
Drug Bust
D.A.: Enough Fentanyl seized to threaten half of Montgomery County
Authorities in Montgomery County announced three arrests Tuesday in a drug bust that netted enough fentanyl to prove fatal to almost half of the county's population, the District Attorney's Office said in an afternoon press briefing.October 2, 2017
History
These are the spookiest urban legends in Pennsylvania, New Jersey
It's almost time for Halloween, and if you're way too old to go trick-or-treating, fear not: You can still eat candy, still dress up for a night of drinking and still work up a good scare or two.October 2, 2017
Celebrities
Did Kevin Hart name his soon-to-be child after a Philly neighborhood?
Kevin Hart and his wife Eniko Parish are pushing forward as a couple despite the allegations — and an admission, pretty much — that the North Philly native and star comedian engaged in one or more affairs over the summer.October 2, 2017
Social Media
Carson Wentz takes heat, praise for Jesus tweet in wake of Las Vegas massacre
As people across the United States confront the shock of Sunday night's deadly massacre in Las Vegas, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback entered the Monday morning conversation with a message that wound up grating the nerves of some on Twitter.September 28, 2017
Education
One Philly public school receives 2017 National Blue Ribbon designation
Gen. George A. McCall Elementary School received its first National Blue Ribbon designation, marking a significant achievement after the district named it a City Leader in its own progress report two years ago.September 28, 2017
Drones
Drone video captures stunning aerials of Philadelphia Museum of Art
With drones more prevalent than ever in the hands of private citizens, views once reserved for the tourism board are now giving us some of the most fascinating vantage points on natural wonders and urban landmarks.September 28, 2017
Courts
Montgomery County tree-trimming firm hit with record fine for undocumented workers
A Horsham-based tree-trimming service, one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, has been order to pay a record $95,000,000 in an immigration case involving the systematic employment of undocumented workers, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Thursday.September 28, 2017
TV
WATCH: Tim and Eric dress as clowns with Broadway ambitions, disgust Colbert
Whenever the world fails to make sense, it's a safe bet to turn to Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim, the Temple University film duo behind a gamut of Adult Swim series that have updated absurdity for the 21st century.September 27, 2017
Climate Change
Art Museum a big piece of Philly's energy plan to stem climate change
When Philadelphia officials unveiled the city's updated sustainability plan last November, Mayor Jim Kenney singled out climate change as the most critical challenge Philadelphia faces in meeting long-term goals.Just In
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- Pa. GOP lawmakers explore increased public health reporting for tick-borne diseases
- ‘Must I take all my antibiotics?’ Why infectious disease experts are rethinking this longstanding rule
- Eagles announce seven captains
- Philly Coffee Festival bringing dozens of specialty roasters to the 23rd Street Armory
- Giant Oktoberfests are coming to a South Street block and the 23rd Street Armory
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