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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

The Polar Vortex Is Back, and More Snow Is On the Way

And you thought winter was over.

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News

Philly D.A. Running for Penn State Board

“I love Penn State,” the prosecutor says.

News

Chris Christie’s Approval Rating Drops

Approval is down 15 points since December.

News

Temple Saves Two Sports Slated for Cuts

Men’s, women’s crew programs will survive budget cuts.

News

Aramark Exec to Lead Barnes Foundation Board

Succeeds Bernard Watson, who oversaw the move to the Parkway.

PHOTOS: Philly LGBT Senior Housing Center Grand Opening

The John C. Anderson Apartments is official.


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.


76ers Head Coach Brett Brown Comments on NBA’s First Out Player

“The time is now.”

New Documentary Will Chronicle Story of Defrocked Pa. Pastor Frank Schaefer

Learn more about An Act of Love

News

Penn State’s THON Raises $13 Million

Proceeds go to children’s hospital.

Iron Pigs to Wear Bacon-Themed Uniforms This Season

Thus officially ending the bacon craze, once and for all.

News

Photos from the Don Tollefson Storage Locker Auction

Fiorillo: I now own a pack of Tolly’s stirrup socks.

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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

Officer’s Robbery Plea Could Be Tip of The Iceberg

“At the end of the day it’s going to result in a significant amount of indictments.”

Team LGBT Wins Six Medals at Sochi Winter Olympics

Here’s the final breakdown.

News

Payday Lending Bill Revived in PA

Critics say practice preys on the poor.

News

Jimmy Fallon Isn’t Funny

Tim McCloskey: Am I the only guy in America who hates him?

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