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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

It’s Primary Election Day in New Jersey

Cory Booker expected to win nomination for full six years in Senate.

News

PA House Passes “In God We Trust” Bill

But ACLU warns of suit against schools that choose to post the motto.

News

Clarke, Butkovitz Lead Mayoral Field

But most voters are still undecided.

Brian Tierney, May 23, 2006. AP Photo | Rusty Kennedy
News

UPDATE: Brian Tierney Returns to the Inquirer; Lexie Norcross Out at Philly.com

As owner, publisher, Tierney steered the papers into bankruptcy.

News

Nutter Wants All of Sixers to Stay in Philly

No home trips to Camden.

News

Andy Reid: Regrets, I Have a Few

Should’ve stuck to coaching in Philly, left personnel to the experts.


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

Lewis Katz Memorial is Wednesday at Temple

“Longtime trustee, alumnus and philanthropist will be remembered.”

News

Report: Councilman’s Nonprofit Is a “Phantom”

Kenyatta Johnson’s “Peace Not Guns” comes under scrutiny.

News

12-Year-Old Girl Assaulted While Walking to School

It happened in Overbrook.

News

Report: Chris Christie Dropped 85 Pounds

Had surgery last year.

Facebook Releases Adorable Gay Pride Stickers

Your timeline is about to get so gay.

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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

Giant Chester Drug Bust Proves the Drug War Is Pointless

McQuade: Result of Chester’s largest drug bust in history will be new dealers, dangerous power vacuum.

News

Rendell Was Almost on Katz’s Plane

Had a speaking engagement of his own, instead.

New Jersey Pride Breaks Records

Likely foreshadows a hell of a celebration in Philly.

News

Police to Record All Interrogations Citywide

Policy change made possible by private grants.

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