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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

Trans Activist Named Head of Garden State Equality

The first trans executive director of a statewide LGBT civil rights group.

News

Best of Philly 2014: The Best Philadelphians

We chose 23 young guns (folks under 40) who are shaking — and shaping — things up around the city.

News

State Approves Plan to Place Cameras in Philly Taxis

Plan designed for driver safety.

News

GIF: Impressive Lightning Over Philly

It’s not likely to rain today.

News

PSU Coach’s Daughter Has Sickle Cell Anemia

James Franklin revealed it on a visit to a children’s hospital.

News

There Have Been Way More Fireflies This Year

And there are multiple causes for the increased numbers.


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

Why Can’t Philly Students Win on Standardized Tests?

It’s the textbooks, says Meredith Broussard.

RuPaul’s Drag Race Gets a Philly Queen

Rumors are swirling she’ll be on season seven.

News

N.J. Sues Pizza Shop Over Garden State Parkway-Like Logo

The state says it’s confusing.

News

Pa. Selling 11 Bridges for as Little as $1

PennDOT: ‘They can’t be sold for scrap.’

News

AC Mayor: ‘Half-Dozen’ Buyers Interested in Revel

The casino is slated to close at the end of summer.

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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

Christine O’Donnell Not a Witch, Nor a Fact-Checker

In her column for conservative newspaper, she repeats story Philly Mag debunked two years ago.

News

Mom, Daughter Die From Food Truck Explosion Injuries

Thirteen were hurt in the blast.

News

Ryan Howard’s Run With the Phillies Might Soon Be Over

Team is talking about releasing the slugger.

News

Use North Jersey Gaming Dollars to Rebuild AC?

Jersey Senate President Stephen Sweeney makes the proposal.

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