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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

Police: More Than 100 Pot Plants Found in Home

Police searched the property on Monday afternoon.

Dykstra Defends Fox Host, Vows to Sue Accuser

Nails dishes on his friendship with conservative host Eric Bolling.

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News

WATCH: Man Wanted for Urinating on Synagogue

He gives a security camera the middle finger first.

LISTEN: Did Philly Democrats Commit Voter Fraud in the 197th District?

On the latest episode of Pushback.

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News

What Took Trump and Toomey So Long?

Republicans were slow to blame white supremacists in Charlottesville.

Opinion

White People, Only You Can Stop the Next Charlottesville

Owens: It’s time for white people to show up — and own up.


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.


Eagles Chris Long, Malcolm Jenkins Speak Out on Charlottesville

Long, a UVA alum, and Jenkins jumped all over Trump’s response to the Nazi rally on social media.

The Democrats’ Battle Plan for the Philly ’Burbs

Why on earth are they so confident?

News

Best Thing: The Union Stacks the MLS Team of the Week

Three players made the honors roster!

News

Penn Prof: “Not All Cultures Are Created Equal”

The professor’s op-ed is generating harsh criticism.

LGBTQ&A: Tiommi Jenae Luckett

We chat with the transgender activist on being a Philly transplant, spreading HIV awareness, and confronting Gayborhood racism.

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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.


Mayor Kenney’s Waste Reduction Goals Are … Interesting

Zero waste by 2035? In Philadelphia? Good luck.

Mom Claims Daughter’s Sweet 16 at Swim Club Ruined by Racist Members

Philly’s Kay Dawkins says her daughter and her friends were the only black people at the pool.

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News

Prepare for Traffic Nightmares Near 30th Street

Schuylkill Avenue will soon close near the train station.

News

Barry Baker Claims He Was Attacked in Prison

Baker sucker-punched a disabled man in May.

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