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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

Temple Now Offers Gender-Inclusive Housing

The option will become available this fall.

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News

Asplundh Tree Execs Charged With Running Undocumented Workers Scheme

Pretty interesting dilemma for a company that donates so much to Republicans.

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News

Cheri Honkala Raises $30K Campaigning for State Rep.

The only problem? Her name isn’t on the ballot.

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News

Cops to South Philly Drivers: Um, Don’t Leave Your Car Running

There’s been an uptick in auto thefts.

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News

Burlington Coat Factory Drops Ivanka Trump Merchandise

Trump merch was removed from the discounter’s online shop.

Limerick Generating Station
News

Limerick Residents Told to Re-Up on Potassium Iodide

In case of a nuclear emergency.


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

Activists Protest ICE After Philly Immigration Arrest

More than 60 people gathered yesterday.

News

Biden Chosen to Chair National Constitution Center

The former vice president will begin serving immediately.

Mayor’s Office Announces LGBT Affairs Appointments

The 23 members will advise the Mayor on policies affecting the LGBT community.

News

Friends’ Central Suspends Teachers After Controversy

The teachers recently invited a Palestinian speaker to the school.

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Russian Spy Ship Spotted Off Coast of Delaware

It is well out in international waters.

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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.


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News

Bucks School Board VP: Climate Change Depresses Kids

Are dying polar bears to blame for childhood depression?

News

Did Seth Williams’s Top Assistant Resign to Run for D.A.?

Tariq El-Shabazz was with the office just seven months.

News

Chaput: Media “Hostile” to Everything Trump Does

He made the claim during a recent radio interview.

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News

The Phillies Have Opened Spring Training

Baseball is back!

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