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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

The Average Price of a Super Bowl Ticket Is…

…Way more than you can afford.

News

WATCH: That Other Time Christie Got in Trouble

A ‘defamatory’ 1994 TV spot.

News

Everyone’s Snowfall Predictions are Completely Different

Anywhere from 3 to…16 inches expected.

News

Widener University Student Shot on Campus

Assailant stil at large.

News

Chris Christie’s Inauguration is Less Fun With Scandals

Oh, for the old days when he was going to be the GOP presidential nominee.

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Democrats Already Competing for Green’s Council Seat

More than 20 have expressed interest.


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

Snow Is About to Bury Philadelphia and the Suburbs

After that? Another round of blinding cold.

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Are You a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement?

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Why MLK Day Should Be a Day of Atonement, Not a Day of Service

Francis: How organizations like PETA, Nike and McDonald’s have removed the teeth from a true American radical.

News

Gosselin Twins Go on The View, Are Slightly More Expressive

“OK, I’ll talk. I’m the more talkative one.”

WATCH: First Full Episode of “Looking” Now on YouTube

For those of you without HBO: You’re welcome.

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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

Terrell Owens is Returning to Philly—To Be Roasted

Controversial former wideout to generate laughs from Philly’s pain.

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Why Are We Writing About Madison Holleran? [Updated]

Penn student, a track star, committed suicide on Friday.

News

This Year, Kate Beaver Wore a Dress Your Grandma Would Like

No repeat to 2013’s eye-popping “Hair of the Dog” dress.

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Second Suspect Arrested in School Shooting

Allegedly sold the gun to the shooter.

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