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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

William Penn Is Getting a Facelift

The iconic bronze statue atop City Hall is being refurbished for the first time since 2007.

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News

Mass Delays on SEPTA Regional Rail

You might want to check System Status online today.

Sharron Cooks Announces Resignation From LGBT Commission

The move follows her removal as chair in a 16-3 vote.

News

Did Trump Bring Philly to the Polls – and Help Elect Larry Krasner?

Voter turnout jumped significantly in yesterday’s primary election.

News

Progressive Firebrand Larry Krasner Wins District Attorney Primary

It’s a stunning outcome in a city that elected Lynne Abraham four times in a row.

News

Rebecca Rhynhart Unseats Incumbent City Controller Alan Butkovitz

It’s yet another loss for Philadelphia’s rickety Democratic machine.


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.


World’s Largest Indoor Farm Is Coming to … Camden?

South Jersey is about to be on the cutting edge of global farming technology.

News

LISTEN: Billy Cosby’s Interview With Michael Smerconish

Plus, how he got Cosby on the phone in the first place.

Sixers Guard Ben Simmons Was a MASSIVE Baby

Check out the Aussie’s Instagram post celebrating his “mum.“

News

Police Investigating KKK Flyers Found in Montco

Upper Dublin police called the flyers “acts of hate.”

News

Senate Bill Would Make Weed Legal in New Jersey

Sen. Nicholas Scutari introduced the legislation.

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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

Feibush Offers $90K Reward for Arson Info

Police have released footage of a “person of interest.”

News

Lemme Guess: You’re Not Voting Today

What is wrong with you?

News

Everything You Need to Know to Vote Today

Still not sure which DA candidate to support? Have no clue about judicial races? Read this now.

The NGLCC Conference Is Coming to Philly Next Year

Here’s everything you’ve wanted to know since the news dropped.

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