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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

Philly Hosts Police Chiefs Conference

Or, as we’re calling it, CopCon.

News

The Flyers Horrid Start: By the Numbers

Sure, they’ve been bad. But did you know they were this bad?

News

Will Penn Give Up its Fossil Fuel?

Student group wants Penn’s $7.7 billion fossil fuel portfolio liquidated.

The City, 1919, Fernand Léger, French, 1881 – 1955, Oil on canvas, 7 feet 7 inches x 9 feet 9 1/2 inches (231.1 x 298.4 cm), Philadelphia Museum of Art, A. E. Gallatin Collection, 1952, © Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris
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The Léger Exhibit Has Changed My Mind

Our critic used to think his work was a “meaningless hodgepodge.”

News

Walnut Street Is Now Little King of Prussia

With rents remaining low, brands like Ann Taylor Loft, Intermix and Anne Klein are making their way to Philly, according to a recent study.

News

Venture Capital Investments Hit Near Two-Decade Low in Philly

Investments for last quarter are down by $48.9 million, but don’t despair.


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

Ohio Valley University Keeps Wharton Name for Business School

Lawsuits are not a concern, says OVU Business Dean

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News

Nobody Should Be Happy About How the Shutdown Ended

We took a trip to hell and all we got was this stupid stopwatch.

News

The 700 Level’s Ranked Tastykake List is All Wrong

Cream Filled Cupcakes in first place? Blasphemy!

Metro Men’s Clothing Moves to Larger Location

Photos of the South Philly boutique’s spacious new digs.

Two Cows Escape Slaughterhouse Trailer in New Jersey

A bovine insurrection may be afoot.

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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

Meet the Philly Guys Remodeling New York’s Tavern on the Green

Only someone from Philadelphia could debate what fork style to use for three hours.

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News

The Drug Philly Cops Want No Part Of

Krokodil, a hellish Russian form of homebrew heroin, hasn’t yet started rotting off Philly flesh… yet.

News

Don Tollefson Checks in to Inpatient Care Facility

Accused of defrauding charities by dozens.

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Gay Marriage License Applications Accepted in Jersey

Some towns are forging ahead without clear directions from the state.

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