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.
May 24, 2018
Tips
How to survive: Flash floods, or a submerged car
Each year, flooding kills more people than any other storm-related hazard, including lightning. Here's what to do if you get caught in a flood.May 24, 2018
Survival Guide
How to survive: Nuclear attack or accident
With North Korea aggressively testing missiles that could reach the continental United States, reviving fears last felt during the Cold War, it's helpful to know how to respond during a nuclear attack.May 24, 2018
Survival Guide
How to survive: Rowhouse or high-rise fire
Here's what to do if a fire breaks out in your rowhome, high-rise unit or office.May 18, 2018
Crime
Philly prosecutors to re-arrest man who allegedly vandalized Israeli flag
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office announced Friday afternoon that it is filing an affidavit to re-arrest a man suspected of vandalizing the Israeli flag that hangs along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.May 17, 2018
Vandalism
Keswick Theatre vandalized ahead of Tomi Lahren appearance
Graffiti reading "NAZIS DIE" was spray-painted onto the Keswick Theatre ahead of Thursday's appearance by conservative commentator Tomi Lahren.May 15, 2018
Elections
Two women among winners in Pennsylvania congressional primaries
Southeastern Pennsylvania's congressional representation will have a new look come 2019, thanks to a trio of open seats.May 15, 2018
Weather
Did you hear that boom? Thunder sets off car alarms in Philly
A thunderstorm rolled through Philadelphia on Tuesday night, bringing brilliant lightning flashes and roaring thunder.May 15, 2018
Elections
Barletta wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate
U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta will challenge U.S. Senator Bob Casey in the fall. Barletta defeated state Rep. Jim Christiana in the Republican primary on Tuesday, earning a general election race against Pennsylvania's senior senator.May 15, 2018
Election Day
Report: Philly state House candidate subject of anti-gay posters
Malcolm Kenyatta, a Democrat running for the open seat in the 181st Legislative District, would become the second openly-gay lawmaker in Pennsylvania, if elected in November. He was subjected to anti-gay posters on Tuesday as voters turned out for the primary election.May 14, 2018
Courts
U.S. Supreme Court decision paves way for sports gambling in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the law preventing sports gambling in all states except Nevada is unconstitutional. The decision paves the way for New Jersey to open sports books at Atlantic City casinos and at New Jersey horse tracks with in weeks. Sports gambling operations could commence in Pennsylvania and Delaware within months.Just In
- Bucks County man dies after getting caught in a wood chipper
- Philly airport expects 5% more flyers during holiday season than last year
- Wall Street Journal names Philly the world's top place to visit in 2026
- McMillan's Bakery in South Jersey will not reopen, family says
- Phillies star Bryce Harper joins Team USA for 2026 World Baseball Classic
- Five Eagles players named to the Pro Bowl
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