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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

Police Say This Guy Stole Art from Penn’s Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine

The twist? Investigators suspected the South Philly artist himself, says the artist’s lawyer.

News

Dockless Bikes (And More E-Bikes) Are Coming to Philly

The dockless bikes will be part of a pilot program coming later this year.

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News

Evil Genius Made a Sixers-Themed “Trust the Process” Beer

Just in time for the playoffs.

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News

Philly Finally Has a Fully Functional Recycling Program Again

But it sure ain’t cheap: The cost in fiscal year 2019 will likely exceed $10 million.

News

Philly Created More Jobs in 2018 Than in Any Year Since 1969

That’s according to the Center City District’s annual State of the City report. But the CCD’s findings aren’t all good news.

Opinion

Philly, We’re Officially Living in an Apartheid State

When the vast amount of equity, wealth, and resources are controlled by a city’s racial minority, it’s time to start asking why.


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.


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News

Spruce Street Harbor Park Reopens for the Summer Soon

Plus just-released event highlights to get you excited for waterfront park season.

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News

The No-B.S. Guide to Recycling in Philadelphia

You’d better be informed, because bad recycling habits can end up doing more harm than good.

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News

Monday Is the Last Day to Register to Vote in the Primary

What are you waiting for? Do it now! (Here’s how.)

News

Will Rebecca Rhynhart Derail the City’s New Voting Machines?

Despite a recent decision, the city controller — and other critics — cite a lack of transparency in the multimillion-dollar purchase.

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News

Is This Rich Middle-Aged White Guy From Texas the Most Revolutionary Thinker in Philly?

Richard Vague is known in Philadelphia as a venture capitalist and a Renaissance Man.

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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.


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News

Millennials! Get Over Your Blankies and Stuffed Animals and Grow Up Already!

Just as I become a grandma, my kids’ generation is regressing into infancy.

Longform

Sneak Peek: Inside Philadelphia Magazine’s May Issue

Are the outrageous costs of prescription drugs making you furious, too?

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Investigative Journalist Nicole Weisensee Egan on Chronicling Bill Cosby’s Fall

The longtime Philly reporter talks about social media, #MeToo, and her new book, Chasing Cosby.

Best Thing This Week: The Great State Amphibian Debate

All hail the Pennsylvania snot otter!

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