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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

Residents Fight PPA Plans for Billboards in Neighborhood Lots

More than 600 people have signed a petition opposing the signs.

News

DA Candidate El-Shabazz Was Sued in 2010 for Not Paying Springside Tuition

An $8,200 judgment still hasn’t been satisfied.

News

Deadline Nears for Some Charges in Amtrak Derailment

The driver has so far faced no charges in the incident.

Listen to the Latest “Pushback” Podcast

Celebrity has affected activist Asa Khalif’s life for good and bad.

Opinion

Why Did Jay Paterno Become a Penn State Trustee?

Trinacria: JoePa’s son is joining the board he once sparred with.

Opinion

If Pa.’s Drinking Age Were Lower, Timothy Piazza Would Be Alive

Marks: When alcohol is taboo, it’s more attractive.


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

Report: Philly Sees Drop in Election Board Candidates

Is our post-Trump political energy translating?

News

David Magerman Sues Breitbart Billionaire

Magerman lost his millions-a-year job after criticizing Bob Mercer’s support of Donald Trump.

News

Wolf Pushes to Void License of Immigration Detention Center

The facility was thrown into the national spotlight last week.

Council Passes Bill Prompted by Gayborhood Racism

If Mayor Kenney signs it, PCHR will have the power to issue “cease-operations orders.”

News

Study: Educated Millennials Are Leaving Pa.

Can you guess which states they’re moving to?

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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

Six Great Children’s Gardens to Visit for Mother’s Day

Enough with the eggs Benedict! This year, build your own bird’s nest instead.

News

Best Thing: Michael Solomonov, America’s Best Chef

We knew it all along.

News

Feds: NJ Man Tried to Build a Bomb to Support ISIS

Police charged 20-year-old Gregory Lepsky.

Sims on Ethics Investigation: “My Appearances Are Consistent With State Law”

The state rep’s speaking engagements are undergoing scrutiny.

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