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.
October 22, 2015
Science
Scientist's glowing fingerprints could give forensics a new technique
One of the most common procedures undertaken during crime scene investigations is dusting for fingerprints, but while the tradition has endured as a core standard of police work, a new method may be on the way thanks to an invention inspired by a burglary.October 22, 2015
Courts
Nurse to sue Christie administration over N.J. Ebola quarantine
The nurse who sparred with New Jersey Governor Chris Christie last year over her confinement at Newark Liberty International Airport will file a federal civil rights lawsuit against his administration, her lawyers announced Thursday.October 22, 2015
Investigation
Man in critical condition after Kensington stabbing; suspect sought
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was stabbed multiple times in West Kensington on Thursday night, leaving him in critical condition.October 22, 2015
Courts
Bucks County man pleads guilty to lying about disabilities
A Bucks County man who filed more than 30 disability lawsuits against municipalities, officials and businesses pleaded guilty Wednesday to perjury after prosecutors said he was seen by investigators climbing a ladder and performing other physical activities contradicting his claims.October 22, 2015
Inspirations
Pa. students with Down syndrome voted homecoming king and queen
Two students at Central Bucks High School South were ecstatic last Friday after learning that their classmates had voted them 2015 Homecoming King and Queen.October 21, 2015
Celebrities
Bradley Cooper dashes talk of romance with Jennifer Lawrence
Hollywood A-lister and Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper has already appeared in three big box movies with actress Jennifer Lawrence – "Silver Linings Playbook," "Serena" and "American Hustle" – with a fourth, "Joy," set to debut in theaters on Christmas Day.October 21, 2015
Investigation
SEPTA searching for Eagles, Giants fans after punching incident
SEPTA authorities are seeking the two men involved in an altercation at the 69th Street Terminal Monday night after the Eagles defeated the New York Giants 27-7 in a primetime showdown.October 21, 2015
Artifacts
Woman finds 10,000-year-old spearhead at Seaside Heights
A woman taking a walk with her sister in Seaside Heights last week spotted a dark, shiny object in the sand as the two were searching for sea glass. What she found, a 10,000-year-old spearhead, could be a window into the life of prehistoric inhabitants in the Americas.October 21, 2015
Health News
Princeton University combating outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease
At least 19 students at Princeton University have been diagnosed with hand, foot and mouth disease since teh beginning of the academic year, prompting officials at the Ivy League school to take measures to contain a possible outbreak of the contagious disease.October 21, 2015
Brunch
Five weekend cocktails for your at-home brunch
Here are five great brunch cocktails to help get you started on your own weekend cooking adventures.Just In
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