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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

The Mother of the Boy in the Kensington SUV Incident Wants Answers

Good news: Her son is OK.

Montco Grand Jury Report Details Opioid Epidemic

The county saw 249 fatal overdoses in 2016.

News

Pa. Auditor General to Investigate DNC Spending

The audit will look into how taxpayer money was spent.

News

Neighbors Outraged That Police Didn’t Arrest the Driver of This SUV

Eyewitnesses claim that the man jumped a curb and hit a kid.

News

The Biggest Winners and Losers in the 2017 Primary

Black Lives Matter and the anti-Trump movement won, while Johnny Doc and the police union lost. Bigly.

“Stop Lighting Money on Fire“

District attorney nominee Larry Krasner speaks on his plans for the office.


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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6ABC Celebrates 40 Years of Iconic Anchorman Jim Gardner

The beloved newsman is still going strong.

News

19-Year-Old Poised to Become Pa. Town’s Next Mayor

Nathan Gerace beat out two candidates in Tamaqua, Schuylkill County.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Daddy & Friends at L’Etage.

Here’s One Millennial Who Didn’t Vote for Larry Krasner

Trinacria: Why are we so certain he’s the right choice for DA?

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News

There’s a Code Orange Air Pollution Alert Today

If you’re an old person or a child, stay inside.

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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

KKK Planning Cross-Burning Rally in Lancaster

The event could take place in Quarryville on Saturday.

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News

Bernie Sanders Is Happy About Larry Krasner’s Win

The Vermont senator congratulated Krasner.

Sixers Get Third Pick in NBA Draft

The 76ers were the NBA’s fourth-worst team last year, but we’ll be selecting third in late June.

News

Wolf Bashes Healthcare Bill in Letter to White House

The governor said he has “serious concerns” about the bill.

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