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.
September 25, 2017
LGBTQ
In wake of controversy, Mazzoni Center names new medical director
Sexual misconduct allegations prompted a series of high-level resignations at the Mazzoni Center, the LGBT health center on Monday announced the hiring of a new medical director.September 24, 2017
Investgiation
Police: Officer fired shots after spotting laser dot on uniform
Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects after an officer fired shots Saturday night in response to the appearance of a laser point on his uniform.September 24, 2017
Politics
Charles Barkley questions Warriors' decision to decline White House visit
President Donald Trump ignited another firestorm this weekend with a series of tweets denouncing pro athletes who elect to kneel in protest during the national anthem.September 24, 2017
Eagles
Twitter reacts to Jake Elliott's ridiculous, game-winning 61-yard field goal
Jake Elliott, a discarded rookie the Eagles signed to replace an injured Caleb Sturgis, booted a game-clinching 61-yard field goal to set both a franchise and distance record at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the New York Giants 27-24 to improve to 2-1.September 24, 2017
Cancer Treatment
Penn becomes world's first hospital to treat cancer patient with new radiation technology
Doctors at the University of Pennsylvania this month became the first in the world to deploy a new radiation technology platform to treat a patient with head and neck cancer, showing promise for a therapeutic approach that could offer a more user-friendly method than current practices.September 24, 2017
Drownings
Report: Man dies after rescue attempt at Jersey Shore
In a season that has seen more than 25 drowning deaths along the New Jersey coast, officials said a 34-year-old man died Saturday following a rescue attempt in rough surf off the coast of Long Branch.September 21, 2017
Food & Drink
Five of Philly's must-have, non-cheesesteak sandwiches
For all the pride Philadelphia takes as the birthplace of the cheesesteak, our signature indulgence really isn't the be-all-end-all of the local sandwich universe.September 21, 2017
Ridesharing
Lyft, Budweiser team up to offer free rides in Philly on weekends
For the second year in a row, rideshare service Lyft is partnering with Budweiser to keep drunk drivers off the road — and money in your wallet.September 20, 2017
Investigation
Jersey Shore mailman's Facebook photos ruin allegedly stolen vacation
Results from an Expedia survey recently found that many vacationers are wary of the way social media influences their travel experience. There's too much scene-staging and comment-stalking going on to enjoy quality time meant for fun and relaxation.September 20, 2017
Cheesesteaks
Philly brutally snubbed yet again by a 'Best Cheesesteaks' list
There is some kind of conspiracy going on with rankings of Philly cheesesteaks — namely, that Philly isn't getting the deferential top rank.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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