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 25, 2016

Arrests

Police: Man arrested for threatening to 'blow' Philly cop's head off

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police arrested a man Thursday night after he allegedly threatened to blow an officer's head off near Mifflin Square in South Philadelphia.

February 24, 2016

Investigation

Lansdale man charged in alleged prostitution of 16-year-old girl

by Michael Tanenbaum

Officials in Montgomery County charged a Lansdale man Wednesday with 40 felony counts related to the alleged human trafficking and prostitution of a 16-year-old girl.

February 24, 2016

Development

Construction begins on Hanover North Broad project

by Michael Tanenbaum

The long-anticipated Hanover North Broad project, a mixed-use development at North Broad and Callow Hill streets, officially broke ground Wednesday morning in rainy conditions as Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney was on hand for the first such occasion of his administration.

February 24, 2016

Boxing

Nine-year-old N.J. girl training to box at Golden Gloves

by Michael Tanenbaum

If most of us were asked to describe the profile of an aspiring boxer, a nine-year-old, 74-pound fourth grade girl would probably be nowhere in the vicinity of our preconceived notions.

February 24, 2016

Education

Drexel College of Medicine announces transformation of MD curriculum

by Michael Tanenbaum

Drexel University's College of Medicine announced Wednesday that it will overhaul the curriculum for its MD program in order to better prepare physicians for the reality of rapidly evolving heath care environments.

February 24, 2016

Alerts

OEM: SEPTA alerts now available through ReadyPhiladelphia system

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management announced Wednesday a new partnership with SEPTA that will enable residents to receive service alerts through the city's mass notification system, ReadyPhiladelphia.

February 24, 2016

Investigation

Prosecutor: Attack in Asbury Park caused pregnant victim's miscarriage

by Michael Tanenbaum

A pregnant woman who was targeted for a purse snatching last month in Asbury Park suffered a miscarriage as a result of the injuries she sustained during her struggle with the assailant, according to a criminal complaint released this week by the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office.

February 24, 2016

Restaurants

Five terrific Thai restaurants in Philadelphia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Out of all the world's distinctive regional cuisines, the traditions originating from Thailand are widely considered among the most intricate, carefully balanced and flavorful in their profile. Combining aroma and spice to powerful effect, Thai soups and dishes encourage us to savor both our meals and the company we keep for a night out on the town.

February 21, 2016

Cancer

Penn State's THON raises $9.7 million to fight childhood cancer

by Michael Tanenbaum

Penn State University's annual THON dance-off, where students and volunteers shake and bake for 46 consecutive hours, raised $9,770,332.20 at this year's "Believe Beyond Boundaries" event, the student-run philanthropic group announced Sunday afternoon.

February 21, 2016

Arrests

Three people in custody after series of fights at St. Joe's University

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia police have arrested three suspects who were allegedly involved in a series of fights Saturday night at St. Joseph's University in the Overbrook section of the city.