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 3, 2024
Recreation
Six Flags to require chaperones at night for guests 15 years old and under
Six Flags will begin requiring that guests ages 15 and under be accompanied by chaperones at all of its amusement parks starting Saturday, Sept. 7. The policy takes effect each day after 5 p.m. and requires that chaperones be at least 21 years old. They must remain at Six Flags parks throughout their visits and may responsible for no more than 10 guests 15 years old and under.September 3, 2024
Investigations
Man charged with ethnic intimidation in stabbing of park ranger at Rittenhouse Square
Thomas Riceman, 34, attacked a park ranger with scissors at Rittenhouse Square on Sunday, Sept. 1 and allegedly shouted "Go back to your country!" during the attack, Philadelphia police said. The ranger suffered stab wounds to the face and head, but managed to put Riceman in handcuffs after a struggle. He is charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, ethnic intimidation, making terroristic threats and related offenses.August 30, 2024
Investigations
Woman on Wildwood beach hit by police truck driving on the sand
Authorities in Wildwood are investigating a crash involving a police pickup truck that struck a woman lying on the Rio Grande Beach on Wednesday afternoon. Emergency responders took the injured woman to a local hospital. Her boyfriend said she suffered multiple broken ribs, three fractured vertebrae and a lung injury.August 30, 2024
Courts
Danilo Cavalcante pleads guilty to charges stemming from last year's prison escape in Chester County
Convicted killer Danilo Cavalcante, the inmate who escaped from Chester County Prison last year and led authorities on a 13-day manhunt, pleaded guilty Friday to charges of escape, burglary, trespassing and related crimes. He was sentenced Friday to 15 to 30 years in prison on top of the life sentence he's serving for fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend in 2021.August 30, 2024
Media
FOX29 meteorologist Sue Serio to miss time from station after second breast cancer diagnosis
On Friday's "Good Day Philadelphia" broadcast, FOX29 meteorologist Sue Serio said she will be off the air for about a month while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Serio said the cancer was detected early as a result of a mammogram screening and she will undergo surgery to have it removed. Serio previously was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and recovered following a similar procedure.August 30, 2024
Wildlife
Pennsylvania Elk Cam goes live to broadcast annual mating season
The elk cam livestream is back for the species' yearly rut when males compete to mate with females. The camera is stationed on Pennsylvania Game Commission property in Benezette, Elk County. The game commission recommends viewing the elk cam during the late afternoon for the best chance of catching them live.August 29, 2024
Investigations
Police arrest man who opened fire and hit innocent bystander at a Bucks County gentlemen's club
A Trenton man opened fire during an argument at the Border Gentlemen's Club in Morrisville on Thursday morning, police said. The innocent bystander who was injured was struck in the head, thigh and under both armpits. Pedro Rodriguez, 27, was arrested Thursday afternoon. He faces changes of attempted homicide and related offenses.August 28, 2024
Transportation
A section of Camac Street in Center City is being repaved with wood blocks for historic preservation
The 200 block of South Camac Street, between Locust and Walnut streets in Center City, will have a new wood-block pavement by the end of the year. The project is part of an effort to restore the historic character of Philadelphia streets that once used various road materials.August 28, 2024
Investigations
Police search for man caught on video stomping car windshield in Center City
Philadelphia police are searching for a man who vandalized multiple cars Tuesday afternoon on the 900 and 1000 blocks of Spruce Street in Washington Square West. Video shows a man on the hood of one car stomping on the windshield. Police said anyone with information about the vandalism can call the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093.August 28, 2024
Wildlife
Freshwater mussels found in Delaware River, a sign of improving water quality
A group of environmental scientists serving the Delaware River near Pennypack Creek found about 120 freshwater mussels in the riverbed. The mollusks play important roles in improving water quality and supporting fish habitats in the region's rivers and streams, but their numbers have declined in much of North America.Just In
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