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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.


Governor Josh Shapiro pennsylvania
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

RuPaul’s Drag Race‘s Alaska Debuts Stevie Nicks Show in Philly

Hieeeeee.

News

Boil Water Advisory Still in Effect in Parts of Montco

Be advised!

Tom Corbett
News

Corbett Targeted by $100M Election Campaign

Super PAC to hit Pa. governor on climate change.

News

Racist Graffiti Spraypainted on Limo

The incident happened in Holmesburg.

News

Christie Cuts Pension Payment, Sets Up Battle

Teachers plan lawsuit, state bond rating may drop.

News

Severe Thunderstorms Could Hit Area Today

Damaging winds and small hail expected.


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.


School District of Philadelphia
News

Student Dies at Philly School; No Nurse Was on Duty

Would boy be alive if staffing cuts hadn’t happened?

News

Corbett Already Campaigning Against Wolf

Incumbent was already running adds before Tuesday’s primary election.

Woman Crush Wednesday: Anna Aagenes

The GO! Athletes director shares her local lady crushes.

News

Woman Arrested at PHL With Loaded Gun and Knife

The TSA found them in her purse.

Corbett Will Not Appeal PA Marriage Equality Ruling

Carry on with your wedding plans!

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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

Black & White and Dead All Over Now Available on Amazon Prime

Now’s your chance to see it.

News

1-in-5 Philly Voters May Have just Chosen Your Next Governor

Turnout was low for Tuesday’s vote.

News

Christie Won’t Resign RGA Post

Despite problems with scandal, home-state governance.

News

Dorothy Robinson Out As Metro US Editor

One-time Philly journalist is being replaced by Metro International’s Aleksander Korab.

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