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

April 6, 2016

Philanthropy

Jefferson receives $20 million gift for CRISP initiative

by Michael Tanenbaum

Thomas Jefferson University announced Wednesday that it has received a $20 million gift from philanthropists Vicki and Jack Farber to support clinical and research programs at Jefferson's neuroscience institute dedicated in the couple's name.

April 6, 2016

Obituaries

Drexel student mourned after death in Northern Liberties

by Michael Tanenbaum

Family and friends of Michael McGinley, the Drexel student and former Malvern Prep swimming star found dead in Northern Liberties Sunday night, continue to mourn the loss of a dynamic personality who shined as a water polo player in high school and anticipated a promising career in business and marketing.

April 6, 2016

Temple University

As Temple ramps up off-campus policing, one community leader sees many concerns to be addressed

by Michael Tanenbaum

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.

April 3, 2016

Accidents

Officials: Person fatally struck by Amtrak train in Bensalem

by Michael Tanenbaum

Amtrak officials have confirmed a person was fatally struck by a train Sunday night in Bucks County.

April 3, 2016

Development

Protesters plan 'Day of Action' against Temple's $100 million stadium proposal

by Michael Tanenbaum

A North Philadelphia community group opposed to Temple University's $100 million stadium proposal will hold a "Day of Action" on April 14 to mobilize against the controversial development project.

April 3, 2016

Development

Old City District presents Vision 2026 development goals

by Michael Tanenbaum

Among all of Philadelphia's neighborhoods, Old City arguably possesses the most representative combination of what defines urban life. Historical sights, riverfront attractions, a bustling commercial presence, and tourist amenities all make Old City a unique marker of Philadelphia's past, present and future.

April 3, 2016

Physicians

Penn doctor: 'Therapeutic illusion' leads to inappropriate medical treatments

by Michael Tanenbaum

When patients go to visit a doctor for any number of reasons, it's not uncommon for them to expect to walk out with a prescription or another treatment plan to remedy what ails them. They may even be alarmed if there is no obvious recommendation to address their concerns.

April 3, 2016

Schools

N.J. gym teacher fired after breaking up school fight

by Michael Tanenbaum

A physical education teacher at an Atlantic City elementary school has lost his job after school officials determined he used "excessive force" to break up an October fight between two sixth graders at the New York Avenue School.

April 3, 2016

Accidents

Man injured in West Philly after building partially collapses on car

by Michael Tanenbaum

A man is recovering from injuries Sunday afternoon after a building in West Philadelphia partially collapsed on his car.

April 2, 2016

Entertainment

Kevin Bacon joins cast of Boston Marathon bombing film 'Patriots Day'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia native Kevin Bacon will play an FBI agent alongside Mark Wahlberg, John Goodman and Michelle Monaghan in the upcoming feature 'Patriots Day,' a drama that traces the sequence of events surrounding the deadly Boston Marathon bombing that killed three people and injured more than 260 others on April 15, 2013.