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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

Looking to Score an Impromptu Visit From the Phillie Phanatic?

Everybody’s favorite fuzzy green mascot is on call with Uber on Wednesday afternoon.

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News

Pa. Senate Bill Would Make Protesters Pay for Rallies

Some would be on the hook for police overtime costs.

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Kenney: Rizzo Statue is Art Commission’s Choice

The mayor hasn’t taken a position himself on whether it should come down.

News

82 Hate Incidents Reported in Philly Since November

In 2015, per the FBI, 14 hate crimes were reported in the city.

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News

PSU: Richard Spencer Is Not Welcome to Speak Here

The university said he would present “a major security risk.”

WATCH: Activists Protest Philly’s Rizzo Statue

Demonstrators called for the removal of the monument and the elimination of the local police force.


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

Edward Snowden Will Appear at the Free Library

Virtually, at least.

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News

More Than 40 Injured in SEPTA Crash

It happened early Tuesday morning in Upper Darby.

News

Police Say Lipsticked Man in SUV Tried to Abduct Kid in South Philly

It happened on Sunday.

News

A Frank Rizzo Museum Could Solve the Frank Rizzo Statue Problem

Pat’s Steaks offers $5,000 to get things rolling.

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News

So Long, Summer: Philly Pools Are Already Closing

Now’s your chance to take one final dip.

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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.


Chris Christie No Longer Considering Sports Radio Gig

The blowhard New Jersey governor thankfully won’t have another opportunity to blast our teams and fans on the air.

Rizzo’s Former Secretary Uses Italian Market Facebook Account to Trash Helen Gym

Jody Della Barba took offense to the councilwoman’s calls to remove the controversial mayor’s statue.

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News

Stop Waiting in Line for Eclipse Glasses

Here’s how to make your own eclipse-viewing device.

News

Mike Rossi Charged With Punching a Woman

“I have officially hit rock bottom,” says the Boston Marathon dad.

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