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

February 6, 2017

Investigation

VIDEO: Naked man drives stolen taxicab through Rittenhouse Square

by Michael Tanenbaum

If you thought sitting on the walls and smoking weed at Rittenhouse Square was transgressive civil disobedience, one man dangerously proved Monday that you have no idea what it means to break with the rules of society and the law.

February 6, 2017

Radio

WIP hires Jon Marks to take over evening slot manned by 'Sludge'

by Michael Tanenbaum

The changing of the guard on Sportsradio 94WIP's roster of weekday talent still isn't fully complete, but another big hire was announced Monday when the station revealed former 97.5 The Fanatic host Jon Marks will take over the evening slot from 6 p.m.-10 p.m.

February 3, 2017

Politics

Philly teacher launches GoFundMe to buy Pat Toomey's vote on Betsy DeVos

by Michael Tanenbaum

In a week that has become a full court press against Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey, there is now a GoFundMe page up and running to buy his potentially pivotal vote in the confirmation of Betsy DeVos, President Donald's Trump's nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Education.

February 2, 2017

Arrests

Northeast Philly high school employee charged with allegedly selling drugs to students

by Michael Tanenbaum

An employee at a Northeast Philadelphia high school is facing multiple charges after police say he was caught on a restroom surveillance camera selling drugs to several students.

February 2, 2017

NFL

Rolling Stone: Why is Exton apathetic about 'Pennsylvania QB' Matt Ryan?

by Michael Tanenbaum

The last time the Atlanta Falcons played in the Super Bowl, a 34-19 loss to the Broncos in 1999, their signal caller was Chris Chandler, a respectable veteran quarterback who benefited greatly from the dominance of Dirty Bird running back Jamal Anderson.

February 2, 2017

Lawsuits

Wawa suing Dawa Food Mart in New Jersey for trademark infringement

by Michael Tanenbaum

As Wawa continues its U.S. expansion the company that came from relatively humble roots in Delaware County has grown fiercely protective of its beloved brand.

February 1, 2017

NFL

WATCH: Two Eagles appear in 2017 NFL 'Bad Lip Reading' video

by Michael Tanenbaum

With the biggest weekend in sports and entertainment right around the corner, it's best not to dwell too much on the gap between a 7-9 Eagles season and the Super Bowl. Regardless of who's playing, Super Bowl Sunday is an American holiday, even if we don't get Monday off to recuperate from the number we do on our stomachs.

February 1, 2017

Media

Temple grad Tamron Hall abruptly leaves NBC, MSNBC

by Michael Tanenbaum

Temple University graduate Tamron Hall has elected to leave NBC and MSNBC prior to the completion of her contract as the network prepares to bring on former FOX News anchor Megyn Kelly as a co-host for the "Today" show.

February 1, 2017

Investigation

Philly police officer arrested in string of alleged domestic incidents

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police have arrested and dismissed a 17-year veteran after he surrendered himself in connection to a series of alleged domestic incidents, the department announced Wednesday.

February 1, 2017

Investigation

Chester County woman allegedly had sex with teen at Radnor alternative school

by Michael Tanenbaum

Authorities in Radnor Township have arrested and charged a Downingtown woman who allegedly admitted to having sex with a 16-year-old girl while employed as a teacher at a local alternative school.