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.
July 2, 2017
Politics
Twitter fumes over #NJshutdown as Christie demands lawmakers return to table
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ordered Democratic lawmakers to resume negotiations Sunday on the state's budget impasse, which continues to put a damper on holiday plans amid a shutdown of nonessential government services.July 2, 2017
Television
WATCH: Dave Chappelle plays 'Freestylin' with The Roots on Jimmy Fallon
The Roots' big leap into late night television has consistently proven that the Philadelphia hip-hop legends, always known as a serious and socially conscious group, also have a brilliant sense of humor to play against the wiles of Jimmy Fallon every night.June 29, 2017
Investigation
Police identify drowning victim at North Wildwood beach
Authorities in North Wildwood have identified a man whose body was found Sunday night after washing ashore at the beach between 24th and 25th Avenues.June 29, 2017
Medical Marijuana
Philly granted three permits for medical marijuana dispensaries
The Pennsylvania Department of Health handed out its first round of medical marijuana dispensary permits on Thursday, granting three to Philadelphia as the state program moves toward a launch next year.June 29, 2017
Movies
WATCH: Trailer for Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson 'Jumanji' remake
At the prolific pace Kevin Hart gets cast in movies, it's pretty hard to keep up with the world's highest-paid comedian.June 28, 2017
Legislation
Governor Wolf — and dog Libre — sign Pa. bill strengthening animal abuse penalties
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf helped put paw to paper in Harrisburg Wednesday afternoon to sign Act 10, a law that clarifies the state's animal abuse statute and strengthens penalties for the mistreatment of animals.June 28, 2017
Television
Luke Danes from 'Gilmore Girls' set to launch coffee brand
Philadelphians got a caffeine rush for the ages last fall when Netflix converted HubBub Coffee's Center City and West Philly locations into Luke's Diner, the set-piece hangout from the long-running comedy-drama "Gilmore Girls."June 28, 2017
Restaurants
Three Philly chefs in running for Zagat's first national '30 under 30'
Zagat is going national with its "30 under 30" awards for the first time this year. Three Philadelphia chefs have been named 2017 finalists: Jesse Ito, 28, chef-owner Royal Sushi & Izakaya; Caitlin McMillan, 28, sous-chef, CooknSolo Restaurants, Malik Ali, 26, sous/pastry chef, Restaurant NeufJune 28, 2017
Wawa
Wawa giving out free hoagies Thursday by Independence Mall
Wawa Welcome America rolls into town this week with more than 50 free events from Thursday through Independence Day, capped by fireworks celebrations at the Delaware River waterfront and Benjamin Franklin Parkway.June 27, 2017
Media
Britt McHenry implies ESPN dropped her over conservative beliefs
As layoffs at ESPN cut deeper and deeper into the talent pool viewers have grown accustomed to watching over the years, one thread of criticism that has dogged the "Worldwide Leader" is a perceived shift toward liberal bias in its coverage of the sports world.Just In
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