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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

Latest Stories

Marcie and Val Reveal Plans for 13th and Locust

And it’s not a lesbian bar.

News

SheRides, and 5 Taxi Services Philly Needs

Weymouth: NYC is launching an all-female cab service. Why stop there?

News

WATCH: Woman Attacks Woman at 30th Street Station

Police are investigating attack caught on video.

Gay Men Released From Hospital With “Serious Visible Injuries”

An update on the victims of the Center City attack.

News

Phillies Extend Radio Contract

CBS Radio will continue to carry games next season.

News

Suburbanites Are Ripping Philly Off

Marks: My suburban friends and I should be paying more for your great amenities.


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

Trump Plaza Has Officially Closed

Atlantic City now down to eight casinos.

Tie-the-Knot Tuesday: David Devan + David Dubbeldam

The director of Opera Philadelphia shares his marriage story.

News

Wawa Bested in Convenience Rankings

McQuade: Forget Sheetz. Wawa has a new rival: QuikTrip.

BillyPenn.com Adds Second Reporter

Mark Dent has covered Penn State for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

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News

Jonathan Papelbon Suspended for Grabbing Crotch

Phillies support the seven-game suspension.

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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

Second Candidate to Join Philly Mayor’s Race

Ken Trujillo was the city solicitor under Mayor John Street.

News

Playboy: Penn Is America’s No. 1 Party School

Quakers? More like booty shakers, y’all.

Man Crush Monday: Matthew Ray

He even includes stalking music!

News

Comcast Says You Can Keep Your Tor

Refutes reports the company would cut off users of the privacy-enhancing browser.

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