John Kopp
John Kopp is the Chief Health Reporter/Assistant Editor at PhillyVoice. He joined the newsroom after spending five years reporting for the Delaware County Daily Times. He spent the prior year covering state and local politics, including a $4 million Pennsylvania state Senate race. He previously covered Chester city government, the Chester Upland School District and high-school sports. A Temple University graduate, John enjoys long-distance running, watching baseball and exploring new places.
February 13, 2015
Politics
GOP in 2000 made Philly a destination
The Democrats selected Philadelphia to host their 2016 national convention, affirming Philadelphia as a destination point for tourists, business conventions and signature events. But that distinction was sparked by the Republicans, who awarded the city their national convention in 2000.February 12, 2015
Politics
It's official: Philly to host Dems' convention
Report: Philly to host DNCFebruary 11, 2015
Health News
Nutter urges uninsured to enroll in federal healthcare exchange
Mayor Michael Nutter encouraged Philadelphia residents to enroll in health care plans offered by the federal marketplace before the Feb. 15 deadline. At least 66,000 residents have already signed up or re-enrolled.February 6, 2015
Politics
Why Philly Latinos lack the representation they deserve
Despite a rapidly growing population, Latino political representation remains about the same as it was 30 years ago. Latinos hold just one of the 17 city council offices and only two of Philadelphia’s 35 state legislative offices. The city has yet to elect a Latino mayor or Congressional representative.February 6, 2015
Media
NBC investigates Brian Williams' Iraq war reporting
Former "NBC Nightly News" anchor Tom Brokaw wants his successor, Brian Williams, fired. Williams is in hot water for fabricating a story regarding his 2003 Iraq War coverage.February 6, 2015
Politics
State Sen. Pileggi running for Delco judicial seat
State Sen. Dominic Pileggi, R-Delaware County, announced he will run for a vacant seat on the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas.February 4, 2015
Politics
Kenney formally announces mayoral candidacy
Jim Kenney formally announced his mayoral campaign, joining a race that includes state Sen. Anthony Williams, former District Attorney Lynne Abraham and former city solicitor Nelson Diaz.February 2, 2015
Business
State labor board dismisses carpenters' complaint
The Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board dismissed an unfair labor practice complaint filed by the Carpenters Union Local 8 and Teamsters Local 107 against the Pennsylvania Convention Center.February 2, 2015
Business
American Bible Society relocating to Philly
The American Bible Society — one of the nation's oldest nonprofit organizations — is moving its national headquarters from New York to Philadelphia.January 30, 2015
Politics
Biden addresses House Democratic Caucus at city retreat
Vice President Joe Biden address the House Democratic Caucus at the Sheraton Society Hill Hotel one day after President Barack Obama urged Democrats to "stand up straight."Just In
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