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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

Drive-By Shooter Fires 7 Shots into Police Station

West Deptford police say they were targeted.

News

Philly Virus Expert Close to Finishing Ebola Vaccine

Needs $2 million to have it ready for clinical trials in six to nine months.

News

Sixers Mocked in Taiwanese Animation

The Sixers might get last season’s No. 1 pick, though!

Brian Sims Douses Himself in Cold Water for Charity

He accepted the “cold water challenge.”

News

Revel Casino to Close on September 10th

Approximately 3,100 workers will lose their jobs.

News

Chaka Fattah Jr.’s Former Roommate Pleads Guilty

Matthew Amato agreed to testify against his ex-roommate.


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.


Patti LaBelle Cast in Next Season of American Horror Story

AHS is down with TSOP.

News

Traffic Stop Nets 5,000 Heroin Packets

Del. state cops say the passenger fled the car.

News

Pa. Sports Anchor Punches Man Who Interrupts Live Shot

Take a bow, Mike Zambelli.

News

I’m Not Ready for the Phillies Without Ryan Howard

Hingston: Like gluten-free cat food, it just doesn’t seem right.

News

Jersey Says Businesses Can’t Ask Applicants About Criminal History

The state passes “ban the box” legislation.

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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

House Leader, Hite Discuss Cigarette Tax

But no resolution reached.

News

What They’re Saying About Mo’Ne Davis

The Taney Dragon is becoming a celebrity.

News

Report: Seven Fired Officers Rehired Over Two Years

And often, they’re rehired with back pay.

News

Commuter Alert: MFL Service in Center City Interrupted

A SEPTA employee was struck on the tracks. Service is returning, but expect delays.

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