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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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…But the Eagles Might Still Miss the Playoffs

Missanelli: And that’s partly thanks to flaws in Chip Kelly’s system.

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Delco in Shock Over 12-Year-Old Boy’s Suicide

Skyler Baffa took his own life on Thursday.

Philanthropy Friday

Nurit Shein on all things Mazzoni Center.

News

WATCH: Good Day Philadelphia Anchors Parody Titanic

It’s been 17 years since the film’s release.

News

Someone Stole Froggy Carr’s Costumes

A thief nabbed about a dozen suits from the Mummers.

News

Stolen Viola Smashed to Pieces in West Philly

It was found in a vacant lot.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


New York Fracking Ban Could Block Some Pa. Drilling

Along the Delaware at least.

News

Auditor General to Review Pa. Casino Gambling

Wants to know whether promises of jobs and tax relief have panned out.

News

D.A. Drops Forfeiture Cases

Christos Sourovelis and Doila Welch will get to keep their homes.

NJ Trans Teen Wins Battle to Use Boys Bathroom at His School

A petition that paid off.

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Report: Leaky Philly Gas Pipes Pose Climate Hazard

Methane can leak into the atmosphere.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


El Malito Takes On Homophobes and Racists

In new song “The Pissed Off Angry Voice of Losers.”

News

Union: Icahn Backs Out of Deal to Save Trump Taj

The casino is scheduled to close Saturday.

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Jimmy Rollins Trade May Need to Be Reworked

A hold-up in another trade may scuttle Phils-Dodgers deal.

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Shane Montgomery’s Parents Searching for Him Every Day

He has been missing three weeks.

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