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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

Gunmen Rob Armored Truck in NE Philly

Pair gets away from $105,000.

News

Man Goes on Subway Tracks to Retrieve Orange

Fortunately, he wasn’t hurt.

Boo From Orange is the New Black Will Perform at Elixr Gala

and more on Mazzoni’s annual fundraiser.

News

The Martyrdom of Mothers Must End

Palan: Despite the efforts of many pro-lifers, becoming a mom is still a choice.

News

Phillies Lose to Braves, Are Really Cold

The chilly Phillies wasted a Cliff Lee gem.

School District of Philadelphia
News

Bizarre Fake Class Scandal Unfolds at CAPA

A big mess at Questlove’s alma mater.


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

Wawa Robber Makes It Look Easy

On the eve of Wawa’s 50th anniversary celebration, masked bandit robbed Roosevelt Boulevard store with tremendous ease.

News

Obama, Biden Take Executive Selfie

And people have strong opinions on it, obviously.

News

Mayor Nutter Joins Anti-Gun Coalition

Joins former PA Governor Tom Ridge in Everytown for Gun Safety.

News

D.A. Wants Parents’ Names to Crack Down on Truancy

But says school district won’t hand over info.

News

New Penn State Prez Scrutinized for Handling of Abuse Allegations

Did football cloud the handling of rape investigation?

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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.


Kathleen Kane
News

Report: Abandoned Sting Started With Diverse Targets

AG said she didn’t prosecute because operation snared mostly black politicos.

News

Buy Joe Biden’s Caddy for $15,000

Check out this Craigslist ad.

Woman Crush Wednesday

New G Philly writer Christina Ferraz shares her crushes.

News

Former Philly Mag Intern Is a Pulitzer Winner

Will Hobson won for reporting on homelessness for the Tampa Bay Times.

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