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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

Northern Liberties Trolley Crash Kills Woman, Injures Kids

The woman’s car collided with a trolley near 4th and Girard.

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News

Panic Near 30th Street Station Leads to SEPTA Chaos

Rumors of a fire prompted passengers to evacuate a train.

News

Here’s Mayor Kenney’s Plan to Save the Planet

He unveiled his climate change agenda on Wednesday.

News

All Those Philly Soda Tax Ads Cost $5.4 Million This Year

Meanwhile, WIP’s Howard Eskin blasts the sugary beverage tax for free on Twitter.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Philadelphia Leather Pride.

News

Spotted in Rittenhouse Square: Bruce Willis

The A-lister and another big-name Hollywood actor are in town shooting the next Shyamalan flick.


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

Teen Killed in Crossfire of Germantown Shootout

Police say three others, including a 13-year-old, were wounded when shots rang out.

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Police Investigating Reports of Sexual Assault at Temple

The incidents allegedly occurred in a dorm and at an off-campus apartment.

Opinion

Dear Philly: Stop Patting Yourself on the Back Over Octavius Catto

Here are 10 more Black statues that need to rise.

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News

Police: Gunman Posing as Pizza Deliverer Shoots Mt. Airy Man

The suspect was reportedly carrying a half-eaten pizza.

News

Sixers Guard Ben Simmons Calls Trump a “Dickhead”

The outspoken Aussie said he isn’t the right man to be in charge of the country.

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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

Accused Child Rapist Mike Tyler Had a Really Bad Day In Court

A 14-year-old boy testified against Tyler, who reportedly played guitar with Prince.

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News

Rejoice: You Can Get Free Wawa Coffee on Friday

And you can get as many refills as you want.

News

There’s a Way to Get Republicans Out of City Hall Once and for All

Owens: They might control Washington, but they don’t need to have power here.

News

Philly Just Unveiled Its First Memorial to an African-American Figure

Head to City Hall to see it.

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