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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-Area Students Have District’s Blessing to Participate in National Walkout

Next week, schools nationwide will hold a 17-minute walkout to honor the victims of the Parkland school shooting.

News

PCHR to Philly FIGHT: “We Stand by Our Gayborhood Racism Report”

The city’s anti-discrimination agency has addressed the demands made recently by Philadelphia FIGHT staff, clients, and board members.

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News

Sunoco Pipeline Shut Down Amid Risk of “Catastrophic” Leak

Multiple sinkholes opened near construction sites in Chester County.

News

Housing Authority Gets $1.3M Grant to Start Redevelopment Near SRT

Bartram Village is located where the Schuylkill River Trail will soon connect in southwest Philly.

News

Snowstorm Fallout: Late Openings, Power Outages, and SEPTA Delays

Here’s what you need to know before you venture back outside today.

News

PHOTOS: Scenes From Winter Storm Quinn

Yep, it’s March. We keep having to remind ourselves, too.


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

John Bolaris Says He’s Blown His Last Forecast

He insists he’s now officially retired from the meteorology business.

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News

Pa. Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Could Soon Sell Smokable Products

The change would allow for faster production and cheaper prices.

News

WATCH: A Loopy Allen Iverson Is Absolutely Electric in This Courtside Interview

The Answer’s not-of-this-world responses to Sixers sideline reporter Molly Sullivan’s questions are must-see TV.

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News

Temple Cuts Football Stadium Town Hall Short Amid Fierce Opposition

Protesters drowned out the university’s president ten minutes into his speech.

News

PECO Outage Hell: Four Kids, Fast Food, and Six Days in a Motel

When you still don’t have power nearly a week after the last snowstorm.

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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

What’s Open and Closed in Philly During Winter Storm Quinn

With forecasts now calling for accumulation of 4 to 12 inches, the city has declared a snow emergency for Wednesday.

News

Schuylkill River Trail Receives $12M in Federal Funding for Completion

Senators Bob Casey and Pat Toomey jointly announced a U.S. Department of Transportation grant that will help bridge the final gap in the trail.

News

Who Stabbed This Poor Dog in Philadelphia?

The Pennsylvania SPCA is looking for answers.

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News

Truck Hits Overpass, Drags Damaged Roof for 3 Miles

We have a lot of questions.

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