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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

Comcast Today: Xfinity’s Misleading Game Commercial

The game with no lag time on the Internet? There’s no online version yet.

INTERVIEW: Danity Kane

We chat with the leading ladies about their Philly gig.

News

Meet SEPTA’s New Payment Technology Card

It’s called SEPTA Key.

News

Nutter and Comcast Are Olympic-Caliber Quitters

Mendte: It hurts when your civic leaders tell you you’re not good enough.

Gay Philly Weekend Roundup

We’ve got your weekend covered.

News

3 Possible Reasons That Everyone Hates Comcast

Marks: Just bringing up the company’s name provokes raw anger. Why is that?


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

Suburban Bear Probably Just Wanted a Wawa Breakfast Hoagie

Another day, another bear sighting.

Gala to Honor The Attic

The Spruce Foundation will be celebrating at Union Transfer.

News

A Tire Slasher Strikes Again!

Have you seen this loser?

News

PPA Will Stop Selling Smart Cards Today

Because the kiosks are even smarter.

News

Brady Denies Fixing Traffic Tickets

Contradicts witness testimony in Traffic Court corruption trial

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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.


INTERVIEW: Philly Rapper S.M. Luke

The artist formerly known as Steve Cizzle bares all.

News

24-Hour Weekend Subway Pilot to Start June 15th

Rapid transit lines will operate all night. Here’s what you need to know.

News

Flyers Chairman Ed Snider Treated for Cancer

“He is happy and healthy,” spokesman says.

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News

Bills Would Shrink PA Legislature

They’ll receive consideration on Tuesday.

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