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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

New Pa. Tanning Law Now in Effect

It bans tanning by those under the age of 17.

Local Bloggers Call Josh Schonewolf Event Racist

Outrage over “Once You Go Black.”

News

Transit Roundup: PATCO Fans, SEPTA Petition and More

Plus: A new SEPTA slogan suggestion.

News

Forbes Left Comcast’s Roberts Family Off List

“America’s Richest Family” list missing one very important one.

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News

School District Sending Out 342 Layoff Notices

The layoffs are unrelated to the stalled cigarette tax.

News

Zoning Board Approves New Topless Club

Cheerleaders’ dancers will soon be able to take off their pasties.


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.


5 Reasons to Get Your Butt Waxed

For God’s sake, put down those razors.

News

Why Wilmington Is So Dangerous

Police there need a homicide unit.

I-95 Traffic
News

10-Car Pileup in Northeast Philly

The crash happened on I-95.

News

Corbett Exercises Line-Item Veto on Budget

Challenges Pa. Legislature to reform state pension system. Now.

Supreme Court Says Gay Marriage is Here to Stay in PA

Much to the chagrin of Theresa Santai-Gaffney.

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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

I-495 Bridge Could Open Early

The southbound lanes, at least.

News

How To Effectively Use Profanity In The Workplace

Sometimes it helps to make your (expletive) point.

News

Cops: Woman Faked Robbery Report Because She Was Short on Rent

She’s in jail now.

News

PPA to Allow You To Pay for Parking with Your Cell Phone

Well, ‘hopefully.’

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