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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

Dirty Philadelphia Is Dirty

The American Lung Association doesn’t like our air.

INTERVIEW: Singer-Songwriter Joshua Thomas

He chats about recording his first EP as an out gay man.

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News

Conservative Magazine Backs Hite Against Teachers Union

National Review: “Philadelphia students are being abandoned at the intersection of greed and power.”

News

Pat Toomey Helps Block Minimum Wage Bill

Says higher wages would put 118,000 Pennsylvanians out of work.

News

Photos: Big Overnight Fire Near Fitler Square

Explosion, fire kept fire crews busy.

News

Uncharged Officers Could Still Face Police Discipline

Ramsey: “The decision is made by me on disciplinary action.”


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.


Christie Flies on Taxpayer Dime Every Three Days

Trips on helicopter cost the state $2,500 an hour.

Kathleen Kane
News

Daryl Metcalfe Tries to Impeach Kathleen Kane

Alleges “pattern of abuse” by PA attorney general.

News

Mayor Nutter Starts “Listening Tour” for Schools

While City Hall contemplates funding decisions for 2014-15.

News

Kenney Tries New Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana

Police would have option of arrest or ticket for small amounts of weed.

News

WATCH: Flooding Hits Schuylkill, Parkway

Record rainfall has snarled traffic, blocked area roadways.

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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

Flood Warning for Philly, Counties

If you’ve made it home, stay there. If you’re going home, exercise extreme caution.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Marry Me Philadelphia’s Colleen McDermott shares her local lady crushes.

News

Masterman Wins Second Junior High Chess Title

They are the champions, my friend.

News

PA Supreme Court Allows Warrantless Searches of Cars

Police will have an easier time searching without your permission.

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