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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

Phillies Play Bocce During Rain Delay

They were OK at it.

News

PHOTOS: These Are the Men Charged With Killing an Elderly Philly Couple

Justen Smith and Terry Ballard accused of killing Gladis and Rufus Perry.

Man Accused of Executing Two Gay Men Captured in NJ

Police have Ali Muhammad Brown in custody.

News

Do You Like Philly’s New Beer Gardens? Too Bad.

Sign the petition to keep state legislators away from Philly’s favorite new trend.

News

Pa. Ranks Second for Inmates Serving Life Without Parole

Even though murder rate is lower than 15 other states

News

New Jersey At Fault for South Philly Cat Pee Smell

A new power plant appears to be the culprit.


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

I’m Pre-Gaming My High School Reunion

Hingston: But it’s not what you’re thinking.

News

Corbett Halts Leases to Energy Companies

Drilling can’t restart until lawsuit is resolved.

PHOTOS: Sand Blast 2014

Atlantic City was super gay this weekend.

News

Game Makes Philly Geography Fun

Do you know your way around town by sight?

News

Day Two of Traffic Court Closing Arguments

“The government’s theory makes no sense!”

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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

NYC Official Sets Conditions for Comcast-Time Warner Approval

The state has the power to upend the merger.

News

Believe It or Not: Philly Not a “Most-Stressed” City

Though it does rank 13th in CNNMoney list.

News

Kevin Johnson Resigns at Bright Hope Church

Started the year as a mayoral candidate; now he’s losing his pulpit.

News

Speed Limit to Reach 70 MPH on Pa. Turnpike

Fast drivers rejoice.

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