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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

Doctor J: ‘83 Sixers Would Beat Today’s Golden State Warriors

Doc says the 1982-83 NBA champs had the versatility to overcome the Warriors’ knack for scoring.

News

GOP Senate Candidate: Casey Must Denounce Krasner

Jeff Bartos called DA candidate Larry Krasner a “radical leftist.”

Philly’s Pride Flag to Get Two New Stripes: Black and Brown

The reveal is planned for the Pride kick-off at City Hall.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: The First Annual Pride Month Kick-Off at City Hall.

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News

Police Investigating Sexual Assault in Wawa Bathroom

The incident occurred in a Port Richmond Wawa.

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News

16-Year-Old Girl Hit by Freight Train in Critical Condition

The incident happened in Southwest Philly 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.


News

How Rebecca Rhynhart Defeated Philly’s Democratic Machine

The inside story of her upset victory over City Controller Alan Butkovitz.

News

Trump Taps Former Christie Lawyer to Lead FBI

Christopher Wray was Christie’s attorney during the Bridgegate trials.

Mike Schmidt Called Odubel Herrera to Apologize for His Comments

The Phillies legend said the team couldn’t build around Herrera due to “a language barrier.”

News

Millennials See Huge Increase in Voter Turnout at Pa. Primary

More than any other age group, in fact.

Philadelphia Zoo Announces Successful Emergency Gorilla Birth

Kira, a first-time mother, gave birth to a healthy 5-pound male gorilla at the zoo on June 2.

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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

Colleen Campbell: I’ve Received Thousands of Threats After Helium Incident

She’s hired a lawyer and is “recovering in a secure, undisclosed location.”

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News

Juveniles Caught Punching Man on Camera Arrested

Police said they range in age between 12 and 15 years old.

Off-Duty Cop Body-Slammed 14-Year-Old, Says Family

Naji Tribble spent nearly a week in the ICU at CHOP.

Mike Schmidt Says Phillies Can’t Build a Team Around a Spanish-Speaking Player

The Phillies legend’s comments on WIP remind us of controversial Geno’s Steaks founder Joey Vento.

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