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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

Let’s Dive Into the Phillies 2018 Schedule Release

We’ll tell you the date of the season opener (hint: it’s early) and also when our Phils will play the Yankees and the Red Sox.

News

Back-to-School Nightmare: Student Transcripts Vanish After Charter Closes

One dad tells Philly Mag that district officials “don’t care.”

Opinion

RESPONSE: The City Was Well Prepared for the Conrail Heroin Camp Cleanup

Two city officials detail the extensive outreach made to opiod users at the site.

News

OK, Who Stole the City’s Lawnmower, Dell Server, and $16K GPS?

More than $300k in equipment has been reported missing.

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News

Reward for Info on Dog Abuser Jumps to $7K

Layla and Gracie were found in Upper Darby last week.

News

Philly Judge Throws Out Criminal Case Against Amtrak Engineer

The Municipal Court judge didn’t find Brandon Bostian liable for the high-speed derailment that killed eight and injured hundreds of others.


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.


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News

Black Power Pick Unveiled Near Rizzo Statue

The piece was commissioned by Monument Lab.

Miss America Went to High School With Carson Wentz

Cara Mund shares an alma mater with the Eagles QB, dances to Michael Jackson and hates Trump’s views on global warming. What’s not to love?

Opinion

Let’s Make History and Abolish Columbus Day in Philly

Owens: We can be the first major East Coast city to disavow a figure of oppression.

News

Tesla Superchargers Are Coming to Philly

Fully charge your Tesla while you sip a cappuccino.

Attack of the Mating Gnats!

Reports that a swarm of “flying ants” has overtaken the Delaware Valley have residents bugging out.

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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.


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News

Why the Wissahickon Looks Radioactive This Week

Hint: it’s for science.

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News

WATCH: Man Shoots Gun Into North Philly Home

He was caught on camera struggling to operate the weapon.

LISTEN: Meet the Retired Black Cop Who Became a Whistleblower

We interview Rochelle Bilal on the season finale of Pushback.

Mazzoni Staff Forced Firing of Anti-Union Consultants

The Gayborhood nonprofit hired a firm that openly expressed support for alt-right ideology.

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