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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

Guides

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

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News

Your Gas Bill Is About to Rise

But the money will go to replacing PGW’s fragile old gas lines.

News

6 Times City Council Tried to Screw with Our Fun

Fiorillo: From banning skateboarding to the new Promoter’s Bill, Council really knows how to ruin a good time.

News

Local Colleges Still Losing War Against Student Drinking

Hingston: And a new report says harsher rules haven’t helped … the kids, at least.

News

Man Arrested for Online Threat to Chester Police

He was reportedly upset about arrest of girl accused of making racist threats.

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The Latest Installment of Sam Katz’s Philly Doc Airs Tonight

Called “Disorder,” it covers the era from 1820 to 1854.

News

Seth Williams Reacts to Lawsuit Report

“I am proud of my record, my decisions and the way I have run the District Attorney’s Office.”


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

How Safe Is Philly’s Drinking Water?

The Scoop: City officials dispute Guardian report of irregularities.

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Poll: Kathleen Kane Leads Democratic Attorney General Race

No law license? No problem!

News

Neshaminy Coach Dismissed After Bumping Ref

Jerry Devine remains as a teacher at the school, but will not be returning to the basketball court.

Can Lady Gaga Make a Full Comeback?

Her recent career moves are promising, but not so fast.

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Who Is Attorney Big Al? And Why Is His Name Jason Fine?

The man behind the mysterious radio ads.

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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

Renee Tartaglione Indicted By Feds

Prosecutors say she stole money from the Juniata Community Mental Health Clinic.

Poet Gabriel Ojeda-Sague Combats Racism in New Book

Oil and Candle will be out in March.

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Arrests Made in Thanksgiving Day Homicide

Two men charged in the shooting death of Ryan Kelly.

News

Nutter Joins Faculty at Columbia U.

It’s his second new gig; he’s also joining a Homeland Security advisory panel.

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