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.
September 8, 2016
Transportation
Catch a free ride to tailgate the Eagles game on Sunday
MillerCoors, which produces Miller Lite, is offering free southbound rides on the Broad Street Line on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fans must cover their own fares on the way back.September 7, 2016
2016 Presidential Race
At Union League in Philadelphia, Trump outlines 10-point national security plan
Donald Trump returns to Philadelphia Wednesday to outline his national security proposals in a speech at the Union League.September 7, 2016
Politics
In Philadelphia, Trump supporters tout his 'realistic vision' for national security
Donald Trump drew rounds of cheers from supporters who gathered Wednesday at the Union League of Philadelphia to hear him outline his national security proposals, which call for boosting defense spending.September 6, 2016
Transportation
PennDOT takes control of Market Street East Advertising District
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has been granted exclusive control over the commercial advertising district that permits digital signage on Market Street East in Philadelphia.September 5, 2016
Police
Philly police: Missing Oregon teen reunited with family
A 19-year-old man who attended the Made In America Festival on Sunday was reported missing, Philadelphia police said. Nelson Armstrong, of Medford, Oregon, became separated from his friends during the concert Sunday night. He was last seen at 11:30 p.m.September 5, 2016
Weather
Warmer weather forecasted as students head back to school
Warmer weather returns after a Labor Day weekend that saw high temperatures in the upper 70s and lower 80s.September 5, 2016
Medical Marijuana
South Jersey father who fought to change medical marijuana laws dies
A New Jersey father who fought to enable minors — like his daughter — the ability to take prescribed medical marijuana doses at school has died. Roger A. Barbour, of Maple Shade, Burlington County, died Thursday at Our Lady of Lourdes hospital after suffering a heart attack at his home on August 27. He was 51.September 2, 2016
Police
Northeast Philly residents react to photos of officer with apparent Nazi tattoos
There was no shortage of opinions or reactions to the photos of a Philadelphia Police officer with an apparent Nazi tattoos on his arm. That includes the people who live, work and travel through the Second Police District in Northeast Philadelphia, where the officer allegedly works.September 1, 2016
Race
As hate groups increase nationwide, six operate in Philadelphia
The Southern Poverty Law Center recognizes 892 hate groups operating within the United States — including six in Philadelphia and two others in the suburbs. The Philly groups advocate a range of hateful ideologies, from white supremacy to religious extremism to black superiority.September 1, 2016
Business
Philly's big gain: NFL Draft means tens of millions of dollars for local economy
The NFL Draft is coming to Philadelphia next spring. With that comes an estimated $80 million in economic impact.Just In
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- Two private compost haulers are joining forces. They collected over 5 million pounds of food waste last year
- Atlantic City Expressway to stop accepting cash at tolls on Jan. 4
- 'Stranger Things' mentioned Philly in its series finale. Some fans think it's a spin-off clue
- Joel Embiid probable for Sixers-Knicks on Saturday; ankle sprain no longer listed
- Girard Point Bridge to get $261 million in repairs over the next five years
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