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.
December 19, 2016
Housing
Philly announces plan to prevent lead poisoning in kids
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney announced a citywide plan on Monday to prevent lead poisoning in children, a dangerous type of exposure that can contribute to the development of lifelong intellectual disabilities.December 19, 2016
Housing
Fed: Philly lost a fifth of its affordable rental units
A pattern of gentrification in many of Philadelphia's neighborhoods has resulted in the city losing a full fifth of its affordable rental housing units priced at $750 or below, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.December 18, 2016
Investigation
Police: Facebook friend steals elderly Pennsylvania woman's life savings
Pennsylvania State Police say an elderly woman was conned by a Facebook friend into handing over her life savings ostensibly to fund the import of BMWs into the United States.December 18, 2016
Families
Philly woman behind ‘Irish dad’ obituary carries (booze-)loving father’s torch
Caitlin Connors was a brand manager in Philadelphia for a decade before she packed her belongings in September and headed up to Maine to come to grips with the impending loss of her father. As such, she knows a thing or two about crafting identities, igniting internet sparks and throwing back a couple of drinks for good measure.December 18, 2016
Animals
Unbelievably dreadlocked Pennsylvania cat gets a heavy-duty shave
Human beings who style their hair in dreadlocks need a lot of wax, nimble fingers, slovenliness, or all three.December 18, 2016
Weather
NWS: Extreme temperatures could cause slippery Monday morning commute
A pendulous weather weekend with sleet and rain will tip back down to the frigid end of the thermometer on Monday, potentially causing hazarddous driveway, sidewalk and road conditions for the Monday morning commute.December 18, 2016
Restaurants
Philly restaurateur Dave Magrogran confirms Bucks County grill and wine bar
Philadelphia restaurateur Dave Magrogan is well known for successful concepts from Doc Magrogan's Oyster House and Red Star Craft House to the famous Kildare's Irish Pub chain, which sadly closed the doors of its popular Manayunk location in September.December 18, 2016
Politics
Poll: More than half of Republicans believe Trump won popular vote
The 2016 presidential election has come and gone. We all know the outcome. Donald Trump will be America's next president.December 16, 2016
Transportation
Renewed hopes for 220 mph bullet train from Philly to Baltimore
A wide-ranging federal proposal to expand the role of railway transportation in the northest United States could potentially bring a new Amtrak stop to Philadelphia International Airport, boost the speed of trains and increase the volume of intercity rides along the Northeast Corridor.December 16, 2016
Investigation
Conshohocken woman found stabbed to death at home
Authorities in Conshohocken have taken a suspect into custody in connection to the death of a 60-year-old woman who was found with fatal stab wounds inside her home early Friday morning.Just In
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- Eagles power ranking roundup: Week 2
- Tom Pelphrey earns Emmy for 'Task' role and Sabrina Carpenter's 'Muppets' special wins, too
- Philly police to fire officer who failed to help man moments before he was fatally struck by vehicle
- SEPTA gets $80 million federal grant to make upgrades to three trolley stations
- Delaware River Festival will turn both sides of the river into one free event
- Renaissance-style Fantasy Faire will bring sword fights and fire performers to South Street
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