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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

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Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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Opinion

NFL Draft Shows We’re Capable of Bigger, Better

We crushed it, and we’re ready for more. (Super Bowl, anyone?)

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News

Owner of Building in Market Street Collapse Dies

Richard Basciano was 91 years old.

News

Fire at Feibush-Owned Property Ruled Arson

Flames destroyed four houses in Point Breeze.

Opinion

Diversity Isn’t “Being in the Room”

Owens: It’s whites giving up their seats.

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News

Report: PPD Stop-And-Frisk Policies Slowly Improving

But the department still has a ways to go, lawyers found.

The “Air Sex” Tour Is Coming to Philly

Stay away from Kung Fu Necktie on Sunday … far away.


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.


20 Years Ago Today: Iverson Named NBA Rookie of the Year

The Answer became the first Sixer to win the award on May 2, 1997.

News

Alec Baldwin to Headline a Norcross-Hosted Fundraiser

It should bring in a pretty penny: tickets cost $2,500 each.

News

Report: “Anarchists” Vandalize Property in South Kensington

The vandals left a clear anti-gentrification message.

News

Sources: Johnny Doc-Tied Super PAC Jumps Into the Philly D.A.’s Race

Building a Better Pennsylvania is back.

The Moment of the NFL Draft: Eagles Fans vs. Drew Pearson

The NFL wanted its draft in Philadelphia – and Eagles fans sure didn’t disappoint.

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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.


Judge Forces Merlino to Skip Wedding Reception

He had to ditch to avoid contact with his co-defendant.

News

Jay Z, J. Cole to Headline Made in America

The full lineup was announced this afternoon.

GALAEI Announces 2017 DARLA Awardees

The event celebrates LGBTQ community leaders.

News

NA Poe Is Back on the Street

But no more pot parties for him, says a judge.

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