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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

News

Officials Investigate “Suspicious Package” in Center City

At 12th and Wood.

News

Christine Flowers Insults a Philly Civil Rights Hero

“Who was Cecil B. Moore and what did he do with my subway stop?”

News

Well, That’s One Way to Steal a Bike

Why cut the lock when you can cut the rack?

News

After Trade Deadline, Fan Backlash Apparent

Phillies facing fan revolt over failure to rebuild.

News

420 Marijuana Arrests Since Decriminalization Vote

Yes, 420.

Johnny Weir Shot a Secret Gay Film at Sochi Winter Olympics

Undercover in Russia.


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.


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News

FEMA Chief: Feds Probably Too Stingy With Sandy Aid

Officials were on guard against fraud, didn’t pay deserving claims.

News

Two Charged With Stealing $3.6 Million from PennDOT

Pair billed for work that had never been done.

News

Quit Your Whining About Jersey Shore Hotel Prices

Miller: Five reasons you’re not going to get a deal during peak season — and why it’s worth it anyway.

News

Art Museum Gets $5 Million State Renovation Grant

Just $345 million to go.

News

Biz Leaders Look to Philly’s Post-Nutter Future

Chamber of Commerce begins economic planning for next mayor.

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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.


School District of Philadelphia
News

Anger Follows Cancellation of School Funding Vote

Schools may not open on time; activists plan protests.

News

How Philly Families Will Pay for Harrisburg’s Sins

And why the coming schools disaster didn’t have to happen.

News

John Bolaris Boxing Match Cancelled

And Damon Feldman says he’s suing.

What’s the Song of Summer 2014?

DJ Carl Michaels presents his top 10 picks.

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