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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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News

Poll: Christie Hits Low With Jersey Voters

His numbers are mostly unfavorable now.

News

Labor Leaders Contemplated Citywide Strike to Protest SRC

But teachers said they wanted to pursue legal action first.

News

Schools, Elections, and Philly’s Utterly Failed Democracy

Mathis: The alarming objections to an elected school board.

9 Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week

A celebration of modern black gay art at MilkBoy and more.

News

WATCH: This Drone Video of Divine Lorraine Is Spectacular

A new view of an old landmark.

News

Ex-Eagle Irving Fryar, Mother Reject Plea Deals

They’re headed to trial on mortgage fraud charges.


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.


News

Crowdfunding Has Consequences

Hingston: The Louvre and the School District join the ranks of Grilled Cheesus and United Steaks.

News

SEPTA, TWU to Meet This Week

Agency’s largest union hasn’t had a contract since March.

Philly Artist Paints Only Authorized Portrait of Chelsea Manning

Alicia Neal created it working only with sketches.

News

Forget Pennsylvania. Can Tom Corbett Win Republicans?

“His own party is walking away from him.”

News

Hughes: Let Governor Abolish SRC

Under current law, SRC can dissolve itself — but nobody else can.

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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.


News

Up to $1,000 Fine for Smoking on South Jersey Town’s Streets

Gloucester City says take your butts elsewhere.

News

(UPDATE) Lockheed Incentive Request Is Delayed

Company is seeking $100 million to build in Camden

News

LISTEN: WIP’s Josh Innes Goes After Mike Missanelli

The Victor Cruz Tweet produces a backlash. Has it started a radio war?

News

Chris Christie Very Melodramatically Does Not Want to Be Senator

“I would rather die.”

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