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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

Two Killed in Execution-Style Shooting in Mt. Airy

Police are still looking for the gunman after the victims were found dead in a parked car on Sunday.

News

I-676 Will Close at Night This Week (Yet Again)

Here are some detours you should get familiar with.

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Escaped Inmate Prompts Central Bucks Schools to Close

Police say 25-year-old Daniel Selby escaped last night.

News

Bill Cosby On Trial

How, if his scores of accusers are to be believed, did one of America’s most iconic entertainers hide his dark side for five decades?

News

Best Thing: Our Giraffe Population Stabilized

Hingston: Neck, neck. Who’s there?

Ex-PSU President Sentenced for Failing to Report Sandusky

Graham Spanier will serve two months in jail followed by another two under house arrest.


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.


LGBTQ&A: Heath Fogg Davis

We chat with the trans male advocate on intersectionality, masculinity, and his new book.

Opinion

Progressives, I Am Done With You

Clay: I have no tolerance for bullies, no matter what side of the political fence they’re on.

Eagles Defensive End Marries Bucks County Couple

Was this the most Philly wedding of all time?

News

Timothy Piazza’s Parents to PSU: Punish Students, Employees

They asked the university to “admit responsibility” in their son’s death.

What’s the Next Step in Philly Marijuana Reform?

Find out in the latest episode of our “Pushback” podcast.

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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.


Who Mailed Drugs to a Delaware County Pastor?

State police are investigating a mysterious package sent to Msgr. Parlante of Saint Cornelius Parish.

News

SEPTA Power Troubles Causing Regional Rail Delays

Some lines are running as much as an hour and a half late.

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Philly’s Congressmen on Climate Deal Exit

Most denounced the president’s decision.

Olney Teen Accused of Trying to Kill 7-Year-Old Sister

His mom says he was high on synthetic marijuana.

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