Kenny Cooper is a WHYY News multiplatform reporter covering Chester and Delaware counties. He joined WHYY in November 2020. Kenny, a Montgomery County native, graduated in 2020 from Temple University with a BA in journalism and political science.
Prior to WHYY, he covered Pennsylvania state politics through an Election SOS fellowship at the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. In early 2020, Kenny was selected to be a participant in the POLITICO Journalism Institute. He has interned at numerous news outlets, including CNN, NBC News & MSNBC, NBC Sports Philadelphia, and FOX 29.
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The county hopes to hand off survey data to internet service providers, looking to expand broadband internet infrastructure in the region with the use of federal funds.
2 years ago
Chesco, Delco lawmakers join forces to unveil hospital closure reform
The move comes after a series of closures within the Crozer Health and Tower Health systems.
2 years ago
Massive stakes: Who is running for mayor in the bankrupt city of Chester?
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Cheltenham Township passes ban on single-use plastic bags
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Delaware County to debut pilot program to train perinatal health care workers, doulas
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