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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

Phila. Law Firm Is 12th Highest-Grossing in U.S.

Morgan Lewis again is top local law firm.

News

PPL Park Hasn’t Done Much for Chester

But we shouldn’t be surprised.

News

Controversial Nursing Home Remains Open

The city-owned facility isn’t closing anytime soon, either.

The Wizard of Oz Coming to Academy of Music

The gay-loved classic kicks off Broadway Philadelphia season.

April 26th is Now Edie Windsor Day

So says Mayor Nutter over the weekend.

News

Lawyers Defend Students in ‘Main Line Take Over’ Case

The two main suspects are blaming each other.


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

Who’s to Blame for Flyers’ Lousy Play?

Surprise: It could be you!

News

Rape, Rape-Rape and Sexual Assault at Colleges

Hingston: The battle over what constitutes sexual assault on college campuses is reaching new levels of absurdity.

News

Philly Basketball Legend Jack Ramsay Died at 89

Ramsay coached the Sixers and St. Joseph’s.

2014 William Way Indigo Ball Details

G Philly has first word on this year’s fundraiser.

News

Pa. Senate to Talk Liquor Laws This Week

Will this reform effort succeed where others failed?

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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.


Property Owners Owe the City $423 Million in “Nuisance Liens”

But no one has figured out how to collect it.

Rudmans Make Major Gift to Temple’s TV Station

The couple helped launch it four years ago.

News

Abandoned Sting Gets Personal

Inquirer breaks down the bad blood between Kathleen Kane and Frank Fina.

News

Judge to Inky Owners: Let’s Have Us an English-Style Auction

Also: Be quick about it.

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