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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

Bike Lane Revamp for Spruce and Pine Streets Delayed

The project is expected to take place in the spring, officials say.

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I Love My Job: High-Flying Pilot-Doctor-Attorney Jim Beasley Jr.

He talks about representing Taylor Swift, going after Al Qaeda, and what he’ll be flying in Wednesday’s Atlantic City Air Show.

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News

Campaign: Wagner “Caught Off Guard” by Same-Sex Marriage Query

Wagner would veto any bill restricting same-sex marriage rights, a spokesperson said.

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News

Mike Tyler Back in Jail After Posting Selfies From Bar, Says DA

The popular Philly guitarist was on house arrest while awaiting trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a child.

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News

Kurt Vile’s New Music Video Is As Philly As It Gets

It features the Philly musician’s efforts to dodge the PPA.

News

Mazzoni Fires Diversity and Inclusion Director, Prompting Staff Protest

Kay Martinez, the nonprofit’s first-ever first director of diversity, equity and inclusion, was fired on Monday morning.


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

This Pizza-Giving, MAGA-Protesting Bike Messenger Says He’s Running for City Council

“You’ve seen me fight in the street — now let me fight in office for you,” reads the campaign slogan for Joe Cox, who spends a lot of his time handing out free slices of pizza — and marching for human rights.

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News

You Can Get a Free Philly Pretzel on Monday

Philly Pretzel Factory is giving them out for its 20th anniversary.

News

SEPTA, Amtrak Resume Normal Schedules After Frankford Junkyard Fire

The fire comes on the heels of another on the border of Port Richmond and Kensington, covering an entire city block.

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Longform

Sneak Peek: Inside Philly Mag’s September Issue

Our September issue drops this week. Here’s what’s inside.

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News

Hall of Shame: Philly’s Greatest Social Media Fails

We take a look back.

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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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Best Thing: Yesenia’s Big Move

How many languages do you speak, huh?

LGBTQ&A: Mike Hisey

We chat with the venture capitalist turned human rights advocate known as “Alt-Facts Kelly” on Trump, fashion, and why “protest is never a drag.”

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News

Fox Uses Patti LaBelle Photo in Aretha Franklin Tribute

The network has issued an apology — but some say the excuse just angered them more.

News

Ritz Theaters, Like Everything Else, Might Soon Be Owned by Amazon

If successful, the acquisition would be the latest step in Jeff Bezos’s move toward brick-and-mortar holdings aimed at an upscale audience.

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