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.
April 8, 2016
Government
As N.J. Assembly battles Christie, judge won't freeze Atlantic City assets
Atlantic City will be able to meet its monthly payroll obligations after judge declined Friday to freeze the city's assets, averting an April 8 shutdown that had been anticipated by Mayor Don Guardian since late March.April 8, 2016
Investigation
SVU bulletin: Possible abduction in North Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are seeking assistance from the public to locate a woman who may have been abducted Friday morning in North Philadelphia.April 7, 2016
NBA
WATCH: Charles Barkley takes stand on LGBT rights
Former Philadelphia 76er and current NBA analyst Charles Barkley has never been afraid to chime in, above and beyond the rim, with nuanced positions covering everything from racial politics to the moral obligations of stardom. This is the man who wrote a New York Times Bestseller called, 'I May Be Wrong but I Doubt It," which traces his upbringing in Alabama to his rise as a premiere NBA athlete.April 7, 2016
CHOP
CHOP researchers name new syndrome that causes rare intellectual disability
Pediatric researchers at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia have identified a new syndrome that causes intellectual disability and may be treatable through an amino acid supplement that relies on the latest advances in precision medicine.April 7, 2016
Politics
WATCH: Bill Clinton snaps on Philly protesters at campaign event
Former President Bill Clinton was in Philadelphia on Thursday to speak in support of his wife's bid for the 2016 Democratic nomination, but things got heated whenApril 7, 2016
Investigation
'Zombie Mike,' suspected rapist, could be at large in Pennsylvania
A 29-year-old New York man accused of raping two women, one of whom was wheelchair-bound and mentally challenged, could be at large somewhere in Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. Marshals Service, which is seeking help from the public to locate the suspect.April 7, 2016
Demographics
Philly residents live longest in Old City, Society Hill
Philly residents live longest in Old City, Society HillApril 7, 2016
Restaurants
Brewpub, beer garden coming to the Piazza in Northern Liberties
A new brewpub led by the owners of the Delaware Valley's Landmark Americana restaurants is reportedly coming to the Piazza in Northern Liberties, according to a report from Michael Klein of The Insider.April 6, 2016
Investigation
Officials: Philly police officer in stolen weapons probe dies
A Philadelphia police officer at the center of an investigation into stolen weapons died Wednesday of causes that have yet to be revealed, according to officials.April 6, 2016
Temple University
As Temple ramps up off-campus policing, one community leader sees many concerns to be addressed
Temple University announced this week that it will implement a series of new policies to strengthen enforcement of alcohol violations and student behavior in the neighborhoods surrounding its North Philadelphia campus.Just In
- LeBron James ruled out for Sixers-Raptors on Thursday
- 30th Street Station's South Concourse reopens as Amtrak readies to unveil new food and retail options
- Openings & Closings: Dick's House of Sport kicks off and a Graduate Hospital fast-casual staple wraps up
- Philly teachers union says it can prevent school closures with $25 million. The district says the cost is 12 times higher
- Philly planted 18,581 trees over past three years, placing it 'on track' to reach goals to grow canopy
- Fantasy football Week 10 start/sit advice
- Glow-in-the-dark Cosmic Baseball is coming to Citizens Bank Park
- Old City will celebrate the holidays with historic home tours on Elfreth's Alley and a car-free Third Street Sip & Stroll
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