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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

Revel Casino Missing $21,000

A bag of money fell off the roof of an armored car.

Hornet App Adds HIV Service Locations

But will people use it?

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Mo’ne Davis on Sports Illustrated Cover

She’s the first Little Leaguer to grace SI front.

News

Dilworth to Reopen Sept. 4 With Celebrations, Garces

Celebrity chef will operate a new cafe at the north end of the revamped park.

News

UPDATE: Officer Shot Overnight Released, Recovering at Home

Police still confirming identity of the suspect.

News

10 Ferguson Twitter Accounts to Follow

Francis: Want to really know what’s happening? Follow these 10 Twitter handles.


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.


Superintendent Stands Up for NJ Trans Teen

Makes staff undergo LGBT sensitivity training.

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Cop Pushes CNN’s Don Lemon on Camera

Other journalists were arrested in Ferguson.

News

American Slavery: Maliciously Born 395 Years Ago on August 20th

Coard: Tomorrow, mourn that human beings were bought, sold and owned in Center City Philadelphia.

News

Phila. Sex Trafficker Gets 22 Years

His brother could face life.

News

5 End-of Summer Shore Ideas

Miller: None of them involve sitting in a Labor Day crowd.

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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.


Smithsonian Adding LGBT Exhibit

The new collection will feature pieces from Will and Grace.

News

The Awful Comcast Customer Service Stories Keep Coming

Comcast Today: Suddenly, it seems the Internet is competing to tell the worst tale.

News

Man in Employee “Hoagiefest” Shirt Robs Wawa

He and an accomplice took cigarettes.

Kate Plus 8 Returning to TLC in December

The new special will feature her adventures on the East Coast.

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