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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

Report: SEPTA, Union Making Progress on a Deal

Could a strike be averted?

News

President Obama Will Be at Temple on Sunday

He’s stumping for Tom Wolf.

News

“Band of Brothers” Heroes to Get Statues

South Philly men to be immortalized in bronze.

News

Police: Student Dressed as Teletubby Steals Chinese Food

Terez Owens had quite the night on Saturday.

News

WATCH: Chris Christie to Heckler: ‘Sit Down and Shut Up’

Sparring over Sandy response continues.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Comes Out As Gay

“Being gay is among the greatest gifts God has given me.”


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

Council Calling SRC, Teachers Back to Bargaining Table

Every member co-sponsors resolution urging labor peace.

News

Comcast Settles $50 Million Lawsuit

Customers eligible for cash, bill credits, Internet upgrades, or free movies.

ThinkFest Preview: Taney Dragons Coach Alex Rice

Lessons on how to unite the city.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Megan Slattery has her eyes on a few derby girls.

News

10 Reasons Cheyney Alumni Are Suing Pa., Feds

Coard: Here’s what the federal civil rights lawsuit we filed today is about.

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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

Analysis: What the PGW Flop Means

Kerkstra: Energy hub, or energy flub?

The Taney Dragons Speak!

PM: Could any of you have predicted you’d go to the World Series? Jared Sprague-Lott: I knew we had the talent, but if you run […]

Kimmel Teams With Local LGBT Nonprofits It Gets Better Project

A weeklong event for Philly’s gay youth.

News

Pa. Taxi Assoc. President: UberX Is Like ISIS

He said it at a PPA meeting.

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