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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

The Saturday-Night Fireworks in A.C. Seem Downright Dangerous

Hot embers, flying debris, and lots and lots of smoke.

Opinion

Why I’m Giving Up on “Allies”

Owens: Allyship prioritizes the concerns of the privileged over those they’re supposed to be helping. It’s time for a new approach.

News

Toomey Led the Push for Medicaid Cuts

He helped draft the Senate health care bill.

Stop What You’re Doing and Play This Sam Hinkie-Inspired 8-Bit Video Game

You’ll fight thugs with pie charts and take on the evil Colangelos with help from Joel Embiid.

Bar Fight Over the Eagles Key in Latest Push for N.J. Bail Reform

A Cowboys fan jailed in the brawl is fighting the state’s shift away from a cash bail system.

News

Kenney to Sign Bill Prompted by Gayborhood Racism Complaints

The ceremony is this afternoon.


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

PPD: Repo Man Towed Car With Child Inside

The driver said he did not see the seven-year-old.

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News

Federal Employees to Protest Funding Cuts

A rally is scheduled for noon at Independence Mall.

Flyers Host Disabled Man Assaulted In Viral Video

Cheltenham’s Mark Smith was given his own jersey and got to hang with a couple of Flyers at their practice facility.

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News

Teachers’ Contract Could Mean Layoffs or Tax Hikes

There’s major concern as to how the district will afford it.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Philly HER Summer Party.

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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

Wolf Urges Toomey Against Medicaid Cuts

The governor sent the senator a letter Tuesday.

Man With “Warning: Loco” Tattooed on His Throat Arrested in Bucks County

False advertising is definitely not one of charges.

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News

Is Philly Really the Second-Best Place to Visit in the Nation?

According to U.S. News & World Report, it is.

Mitch Williams Wins Civil Suit Over MLB Network Firing

“Wild Thing” was awarded just over $1.5 million in damages.

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